Harvard Business

OCTOBER 6, 2016

Our previous work showed that members of groups that had done something good, such as selecting to interview a Hispanic applicant for a job, felt licensed merely by their membership in the group to later act badly on their own —in this case, they discriminated against the minority job candidate.

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Ethics Study Groups Examples 108

Harvard Business

JULY 2, 2019

Eugene Soltes, associate professor at Harvard Business School, studies white-collar crime and has even interviewed convicts behind bars. He shares practical tools for managers to identify pockets of ethical violations to prevent them from ballooning into serious reputational and financial damage.

Company 132

Company Ethics Interviews Tools 132

Management Consulted

APRIL 20, 2014

” Here is one we got recently from John: A few months ago, I wrote you for advice in regards to resources I could use to prep for interviews in consulting. I started again with informational interviews and more networking. Networked while in Australia with PwC folks for informational interviews. Returned to the U.S.

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Consulting Interviews Recruitment Recruiting 204

Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

You received an interview with a consulting firm! Management consulting interviews generally have two types of assessments, behavioral and casing. Behavioral interview questions help shed significant light on you as a candidate. I have been fortunate to have coached many peers through application and interview processes.

Interviews 88

Interviews Case Interview Recruitment Recruiting 88

Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Acing the Fit Interview: Strategy and Approach Motivation Questions Effective Storytelling Finessing Negative Stories In the second article of this series, you will learn about the often-underestimated motivation questions like “why consulting?” The interviewer will be expecting a few concise and well-supported reasons. Why consulting?”

Interviews 88

Interviews Bain Case Interview Ethics 88

Management Consulted

MARCH 18, 2015

IMS HEALTH INTERVIEWS & CULTURE . IMS CONSULTING GROUP INTERVIEWS AND RECRUITING. There are three main ways you can get an interview: through campus recruiting, an online application or through an employee referral. The first round of the interview will generally be held over the phone and lasts around 45 minutes.

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Groups Interviews Culture Consulting 100

Management Consulted

JULY 19, 2015

Ramit is a junior at Duke University who successfully aced his on campus interview. However, he did receive some puzzling feedback from his interviewers, leading him to contact Jenny Rae to guide him through how to use the input constructively for his final interview on site at BCG. This week I talked to the two interviewers.

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Interviews Case Interview Bain Finance 100

Tom Spencer

MARCH 24, 2023

AI may be able to analyse data and make predictions, but it will always lack the ability to understand the nuances of human behaviour which require emotional intelligence, creativity, and an understanding of ethical decision making. One of the key areas in which we excel is emotional intelligence.

Emotional Intelligence 88

Emotional Intelligence Ethics Consulting Case Interview 88

Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Nice on the surface appears more ethical and in alignment with one's integrity. Approaching your work with reverence means that you understand the hope you create in employees when you ask them to fill out a survey or participate in a focus group or interview. You have to be good. Doesn't get too aggressive with their marketing.

Consulting 207

Consulting Leadership Case Interview Ethics 207

CaseInterview.com

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Personally, I found the best case interviews [ in LOMS ] to be the most helpful. This understanding gave me confidence and peace during the interview process. Before interviewing, I was already convinced these companies were the right fit for me, my job was to convince them! Here's how I prepared and what worked well for me.

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Case Interview Interviews Recruiting Recruitment 45

Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

As a consultant, I met with many employees through focus groups and one-on-one interviews. If you are a consultant or coach who want to serve your client and the people who are impacted by your work ethically, then you are not alone. I heard their feedback on what they feel is working/not in their companies.

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System Resources Company Energy 234

CaseInterview.com

OCTOBER 30, 2019

I received two offers recently and have also been given offer deadline extensions for them until later this week, which I had requested as a way to "buy" time: 1) to hear back from other firms I interviewed with, and 2) for the final round interview with my top-choice firm this week. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Ethics 40

Ethics Case Interview Consulting Interviews 40

Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

I interviewed more than 50 people from underrepresented groups who have made it in the tech industry, asking them to help me understand why they weren’t applying for my open tech jobs. We selected 15 people from that group who demonstrated strong work ethic, grit, and excitement for the program. Native American, 18.1%

Company 127

Company Recruiting Recruitment ROI 127

Harmonious Workplaces

DECEMBER 27, 2023

However, I have found that the best results came from working with highly motivated, strongly competent, and extremely ethical recruiters who own and operate small businesses. Hire a Competent and Ethical Recruiter As I mentioned, since 2001, I have worked with various recruiters, executive search firms, and headhunters. Happy Hunting!

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Recruiting Recruitment Meeting B2C 98

Tom Spencer

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Learning More About a Company – A Competitive Edge in Interviews In the competitive world of management consulting, a comprehensive understanding of a company can be a game-changer during the interview process.

Consulting 88

Consulting Interviews Industry Ethics 88

Effective Managers

MARCH 31, 2023

The Ethics of AI We need to understand what these tools are and how they can be used. These are ethical breaches. The good or bad of the use of this tool comes down to the ethics of the person using the tool. I have seen many cases where a politician’s interview has been edited to completely alter the meaning.

Ethics 148

Ethics Training Training Data 148

Harvard Business

MAY 19, 2016

Because these drugs are — for the most part — safe, effective, and easy to get, they pose several ethical challenges for both workers and organizations. The issue of smart drugs is rife with ethical and business dilemmas. The Big Questions. Is it morally wrong to use these drugs?

Ethics 133

Ethics Exercises Study Policies 133

Harvard Business

APRIL 11, 2017

Let’s consider two illustrations of facades of conformity, based on interviews we conducted with executives and middle managers across a wide range of industries in North America. Alejandra, an innovative business leader in a multinational organization, is at odds with her organization.

Ethics 128

Ethics Video Case Interview Survey 128

Tom Spencer

APRIL 29, 2022

Informational interviews become second nature to the point that rejection no longer leaves a mark on you. Appreciating the importance of ethics and reputation. Through analyzing case studies and taking the ethics classes during the MBA, one gets to see the value of building a reputable company and acting ethically.

Ethics 88

Ethics Case Interview Case Study Case Studies 88

Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 10, 2022

Joining a consulting club can provide you with numerous benefits: networking, learning how to do a case study, assistance with resume and cover letter writing, and access to resources to prepare for interviews. Through a case competition, you can increase your knowledge and skills in preparation for the actual case interview.

Cover Letters 88

Cover Letters Case Interview Consulting Recruiting 88

Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

This connection with emotional intelligence was underscored in the interviews Matt conducted with the study participants themselves. By becoming aware of these tendencies, he also saw that while his workaholic ethic had gotten him his position, as a leadership strategy it no longer worked for him.

Emotional Intelligence 136

Emotional Intelligence Case Interview Leadership Report 136

Management Consulted

MARCH 12, 2017

These are the professionals who will be reviewing your resume, cover letter, and application, and a recommendation from one of these consultants inside the firm will go a LONG way in securing a first-round interview invite. Not sure how to network effectively or reach out to cold contacts?

Consulting 133

Consulting Management How To Cover Letters 133

Harvard Business

JUNE 2, 2017

He interviewed 100 white-collar workers who had switched jobs in the previous five years and discovered that weak ties helped many of them find out about their next job. Weak ties are the people you know, but not terribly well: your child’s teacher, or the friend of a friend you happened to meet at a party. You and Your Team Series.

Cover Letters 134

Cover Letters Study Film Case Interview 134

Harmonious Workplaces

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

In 2022, at the age of 46, I interviewed for a marketing executive position with a tool manufacturer. After five or so interviews, the hiring manager stated that they wanted a “digital native.” The interview ended. I interviewed with several members of the team, including the parent of one of the executives.

Handbook 98

Handbook Case Interview Education Training 98

Jerry Fletcher

MARCH 27, 2021

For instance, the interviewer in a pod cast asks how you accomplished a turnaround for a client or what process was used to save multiple clients. Some of us are inherently close mouthed, have solid ethics and just cannot comprehend behaving in such a way. Ego boosting events These can take on many guises. Forewarned is forearmed.

Marketing 75

Marketing Consulting Ethics Case Interview 75

Harvard Business

MARCH 21, 2018

Toby Johnson, who I interviewed for my book Reinventing You , taught me this one. Do you have a strong work ethic?’” In the process, I’ve gotten to know hundreds of veterans and heard their stories of entering the corporate world – including what they wish they had known when they began their transitions.

Real Estate 133

Real Estate Case Interview Deloitte Leadership 133

Harvard Business

AUGUST 15, 2018

The data scientists I’ve interviewed approach our conversations from many angles. Ethics is among the field’s biggest challenges. At a time when so many of our interactions with the world are dictated by algorithms developed by data scientists, what role does ethics play? Sponsored by SAS.

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Data Ethics Case Interview Industry 70

Harvard Business

JULY 1, 2016

in neuropsychology from the University of Maryland, wanted to be recognized for her performance and work ethic, not her gender or color—so tried “never to present as a threat.” Fifty years later, invisibility continues to cloak ambitious black women—as our interviews make clear — for much the same reasons.

Banking 132

Banking Talent Groups Case Interview 132

Tom Spencer

AUGUST 22, 2021

When you are interviewing with consulting firms, what made you look at Boston Consulting Group compared to some other big firms or specialty firms? Finally, any tips on the recruiting and interviewing process? Both interviewers listed this as a strength for me. Ultimately you are in charge of your work-life balance.

Consulting 88

Consulting Boston Consulting Group Engineering Recruiting 88

CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Just like you read what I write to pick up tips, strategies, and "clues" to how to succeed in case interviews , consulting, and, to some extent, life, I do the exact same thing by reading about and learning from others. But , the decision to choose your own level of determination and work ethic IS within your control.

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Case Interview Interviews Recruiting Recruitment 66

MishTalk

DECEMBER 13, 2013

Mike Rowe, host of the Discovery Channel series Dirty Jobs chimes in on the US education system in an interview with Nick Gillespie on Reason.Com. It''s an excellent interview, please listen to at least a portion of it. My Take At the right price, college may be a good choice, but it''s not always a good choice.

Education 75

Education Video Course Transportation 75

Harmonious Workplaces

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Job seekers report on peer-support calls and during networking meetings that they have had their interviews postponed or canceled. Candidates who may have undergone two, three, or even six rounds of interviews may find that they must now wait to see if organizations actually fill the positions, much less whether they will have a job.

Recruiting 96

Recruiting Recruitment Talent Case Interview 96

Jerry Fletcher

FEBRUARY 13, 2021

In the 2004 study23% of the people interviewed said they would trust someone just like them. But is faulted on ethics. Research conducted in 2020 indicated that ethical attributes drive 76 percent of the trust capital of organizations, while competence drives 24 percent. Diverging Trust. Trust in the light.

Marketing 69

Marketing Consulting Ethics Survey 69

Consulting and Organizational Management

DECEMBER 2, 2012

Years ago I was interviewing for a job in a large consulting firm in NYC. They put me through a long, exhaustive interviewing process before they finally offered me the job. Business Ethics, Culture and Performance. This can then serve as a compass to guide you through your career. I was excited about the offer. Librarys Blogs.

Organizational Development 73

Organizational Development Nonprofit Ethics Consulting 73

Harvard Business

AUGUST 22, 2018

Sometimes it happens that a candidate who had the right credentials, seemed to fly through the interview process, and had lovely references turns out to be an unexpected problem after hiring. The exception to this would be if the employee misrepresented their skills or has ethical or behavioral problems. Catherine Lane/Getty Images.

Case Interview 132

Case Interview Ethics Meeting Management 132

Harvard Business

JULY 5, 2017

The term “authenticity” has become a buzzword among organizational leaders, with employers encouraging job candidates and employees to bring their whole selves to interviews or the workplace. Leaders must ask: Is my organization encouraging authenticity only if it conforms to existing ideas about professionalism?

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Case Interview Fashion Culture Insurance 130

The Consultants Peer Group

OCTOBER 12, 2023

They were: Adherence to an enforceable Code of Ethics Use of a Competence Framework Adherence to a Code of (Professional) Conduct In this blog we will feature how an international-recognized certification as a management consultant further allows you to differentiate yourself as a consultant.

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Consulting Ethics Government Management 52