Management Consulted

JANUARY 25, 2016

Generally regarded as turnaround market leaders, AlixPartners is doing a killer job at taking up more room in the consulting space by strategically hiring a plethora of gurus. 2013: “Top 5 Largest Crisis & Recovery Consulting Providers by Revenue & Market Share” – Bloomberg BNA Business. 1 in interim management, No.

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Consulting Matters

APRIL 9, 2019

Interview Transcript: Betsy Jordyn: Well hey there, it's Betsy Jordyn and I am so excited to interview our latest Consultants Institute grad, Dave Saliaris, who has his own consulting group that he is launching officially. You've got to market yourself and you have to sell yourself. Not because you're marketing yourself.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 20, 2018

Cases are a tool used by interviewers based on a business scenario; they go beyond behavioural and background questions to assess the actual abilities of a candidate by replicating the steps of a consulting project. Do not just repeat what the interviewer said. What is a Case? Structuring the Problem. Develop Hypothesis.

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Successful Independent Consulting

JUNE 19, 2017

When I interviewed with a client, I brought about five samples and then selected one or two to show. Bring color copies to in-person interviews and use them as visual aids. Instead, leave a list of your clients and references. Use your samples as marketing materials on LinkedIn and your website if you have one.

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Consulting Matters

APRIL 9, 2019

Interview Transcript: Betsy Jordyn: Well hey there, it's Betsy Jordyn and I am so excited to interview our latest Consultants Institute grad, Dave Saliaris, who has his own consulting group that he is launching officially. You've got to market yourself and you have to sell yourself. Not because you're marketing yourself.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

So, a few minutes into your case interview, the recruiter slides a chart across the table and asks what you can tell from that particular exhibit. Hence, I would like to share some best practices for tackling these charts during a case interview. Not practicing basic case interview mathematics. Knowing the exhibit. Revenue = 2.

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 14, 2018

Along the way, every candidate will encounter the case interview. As monstrous as it may look, it is said that the case interview reflects the reality of day-to-day consulting. Case interview – what is it and why does it exist? There are various types of case interview. Case interview structure. How to prepare.

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The Fearless Marketer

JANUARY 7, 2019

Judy is one of the most creative (and effective marketers) of her professional services that I have ever met. Not only that, she’s really enthusiastic about her marketing. These initial projects gave a solid foundation for her work, generated references, and also led to more work with some of the board members’ organizations.

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Management Consulted

OCTOBER 3, 2012

As we were looking through your responses, we realized you were answering as if you were in an interview – and that’s smart. These days, it pays to practice being in “interview mode” so you’re ready for the real thing – whether it’s networking with a neighbor at Starbucks or sitting in the hot seat.

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CaseInterview.com

JUNE 13, 2019

What you will learn: Learn the basics of a case interview – what it is, how they are different from a regular job interview, who uses them, why they are used, and the types of case interview formats and the difference between them. Topics Covered: What is a Case Interview? Who Uses Case Interviews and Why?

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Successful Independent Consulting

JANUARY 20, 2017

My company represents self-employed professionals across the country, and over the last seven years I have interviewed, coached, or worked with more than 200 independent management consultants. We think we need to restructure to better serve our new market segments.” “We For example, Fortune 500 or middle market?

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 12, 2019

This article looks at concluding your case interview well. I truly hope these articles help you succeed in case interviews and win the job you truly hope for. Right after the restatement of the client question, the conclusion reads “here is my recommendation…” What this does is it primes the interviewers. Compare and Contrast.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 29, 2013

It is based on the MECE Principles and was a book often referred to and used while I was at McKinsey. Previous post: Dick Smith: The Power of Viral Marketing. Case Interviews. It’s a book that describes an approach to communicating complex ideas in easy to understand ways. Leave a Comment Now. Leave a Comment. Categories.

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Chad Barr

FEBRUARY 18, 2015

This week’s reflection point: I was just interviewed by Social Media and global influencer, Mitch Jackson. I even managed to put Mitch on the spot towards the end of the interview. I conduct interviews as well and find them to be a powerful aspect of your marketing strategy. Others want to interview you.

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

While you may not directly use the 7 S Model in the consulting case interview, it will give you a deeper understanding of how to examine the inner workings of an organisation, identify strengths and sources of competitive advantage, as well as weaknesses and reasons why an organisation may not be operating effectively. (Source: Flickr ).

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CaseInterview.com

JUNE 13, 2019

What you will learn: Learn what skills you need to display in a case interview in order to impress your interviewer. The skills that they are looking for can differ between interview formats,types, and rounds. Topics Covered: Interviewer’s Mindset. How to Prep for Candidate-Led and Interviewer-Led Interviews.

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Tom Spencer

NOVEMBER 14, 2011

In contrast, economies of scope is a lesser known concept particularly relevant to small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) that may not have access to large markets or the ability to produce at scale. Marketing – The cost of advertising can be shared across products. Case Interviews. Sources of economies of scope. Categories.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 14, 2020

Another time, an interviewer and I talked about Norman Doors near the office and that made the conversation much more memorable for both of us (Norman Doors are poorly designed doors that fail to convey whether the door requires a push or a pull action to open). The best-case scenario is to receive an invitation for an interview.

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Here area couple of success stories received from readers who used case interview preparation techniques for securing an offer outside of consulting. Success Story: I would like to share my positive experience of a business case interview, thanks to your website! Thank you once again for the great work you are doing!

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 17, 2013

Top management consulting firms including Bain & Company and Boston Consulting Group have been marketing themselves to state and municipal governments as the solution to stringent austerity requirements. Your post is curiously positive given the source material you reference, particularly [link]. Case Interviews. Categories.

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Management Consulted

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

You’ve bombarded us with insightful questions about resumes, interviews, applications, and how to pick up the pieces and consider alternatives to consulting when you don’t make the cut. Many of those are from folks who were referred to us by prior clients. Q: I’m interviewing with BCG and McKinsey.

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MishTalk

JANUARY 24, 2014

Argentina Institutes 50% Tax on Internet Purchases; Emerging Market Contagion Spreads; Argentina, Venezuela, Turkey Roundup Yesterday, Argentina devalued the Peso hoping to halt further declines in its currency reserves. Markets had seen this coming as charts of the Peso vs. the US dollar show. The 5-year decline is over 50%.

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Marketing Policies Government Financial 68

Chad Barr

DECEMBER 24, 2014

The secret to building a strong clients’ attraction on the web is to deliver profound value and engage in as many effective marketing initiatives as you can. For example, if webinars are your passion and expertise, then find the right platform, create the right valuable content, and market to the right audience.

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 6, 2015

The framework is based on the idea that the amount of cash a product uses is proportional to the rate of growth of that product in the market, and the generation of cash is a function of market share. To be successful, the story goes, a company should have a portfolio of products with different growth rates and different market shares.

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 18, 2015

Value Chain Analysis is another tool that may prove useful during the consulting case interview. For more information on consulting interviews, please download “ The HUB’s Guide to Consulting Interviews “ ]. (Source: Flickr ).

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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.” I responded that I held a certification in digital marketing and had a history of early adoption of technology throughout my career.

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Tom Spencer

DECEMBER 6, 2020

Reference common interests or speak directly to one of the prospect’s professional challenges. Do you want to schedule a mock interview? Someone you share a contact with? Someone you came across at an event/conference and want to know more about? A stranger with whom you’re hoping to connect for the first time? Image: Pixabay.

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Harmonious Workplaces

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Increased Time and Resource Expenditure: The recruitment process can be time-consuming and resource-intensive, involving advertising, screening, interviewing, and negotiating offers. However, I found some very strong recruiters whom I trust when I refer business to unemployed and underemployed people. With more than 33 yrs.

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Management Consulted

FEBRUARY 28, 2016

In case you were wondering, the company’s current trademarked slogan, “We Didn’t Invent the Chicken, Just the Chicken Sandwich,” does indeed refer to their flagship menu-item, the Chick-Fil-A chicken sandwich. Interview Tips & Tricks. For tips and tricks to succeeded in any interview setting click here.

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Women in Consulting

OCTOBER 26, 2015

Deb Siegle, WIC’s president, was recently interviewed (by email) regarding women consultants and business owners for possible inclusion in an article for one of the Boston College blogs. Here are excerpts from that interview. At the same time, I think people should cover some marketing basics. By: Deborah Siegle.

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CaseInterview.com

MAY 22, 2019

Below is a success story I recently received from a CaseInterview.com student about the success they had using a set case interview practice routine. Initially, not everyone realizes this is an important part of the interview to practice. The same is true for case interview practice. Some market sizing / estimation questions.

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CaseInterview.com

AUGUST 12, 2019

She offers tips for successfully using LOMS and I include my response where I go into more detail on the best way to prepare for a consulting interview with LEK. I honestly would not have been able to develop my interviewing skills so quickly without your Look Over My Shoulder ® program , so again, thank you! Consulting.

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Tom Spencer

DECEMBER 7, 2019

The traditional route is to apply and go through the standard interview process as an MBA summer intern or post-MBA consultant. First Step: Getting the Interview. Then he/she connected me to a Partner at another firm who referred me for an interview. Next Step: The Interviews.

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Tsavo Neal

JANUARY 20, 2022

” As a specialist in design, copywriting, and marketing for consultants, I’m biased. Instead, they leverage their consulting websites as the centerpiece of their marketing system. Eventually, I learned how to do my marketing online to the point where people would pick up the phone. It even instills confidence in you.

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CaseInterview.com

APRIL 17, 2019

By following these steps, you will be in a much better position to impress your employer and secure an interview. In order to write a resume that will get you the interview, you must understand what top consulting firms look for when reviewing candidate applications. How to Get an Interview. Emphasize Brand Names.

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CaseInterview.com

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

I have recently received feedback from my final round interviews at McKinsey, and have been told that they would like to interview me two more times because they were not clear on some of my case solving abilities. I have studied your LOMS program extensively and have tried my best during my interviews to implement all your advice.

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CaseInterview.com

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Question: Thank you for creating the Case Interview Secrets videos and Look Over My Shoulder ® program. It is the most practical and intuitive resource on the market, in my opinion. My question is related to note-taking during the interview. In addition, I don't seem to structure the information very well on the page.

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