Strategy Simplified
Strategy Simplified is here to demystify the consulting industry and help you land your dream job in management consulting. Hosted by the expert team at Management Consulted - the world's largest resource for consulting news and interview prep - each episode covers topics related to the consulting world, from interview preparation and case study techniques to networking strategies and industry trends. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to make a transition, Strategy Simplified is the go-to resource for anyone looking to break into the consulting industry. With actionable advice, insider tips, and real-life success stories, this podcast is the ultimate guide to simplifying your career strategy and landing your dream consulting job.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 27 minutes
- Episodes
- 591
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
S11E19: Setting Up Your Twenties for Financial Success (Podcast Takeover w/ Jay Hou)
If you're in your early career, especially in your twenties, this episode is for you.
Incoming Kearney consultant Jay Hou takes over the podcast and interviews Jenny Rae to identify key…
S11E18: Week in the Life of a Strategy Consultant at OC&C
If consulting isn't just writing on whiteboards in high-rise buildings and flying first class (and it's not), what is it?
This episode answers that question - specifically, what life at…
S11E17: Fall 2023 Application Deadlines for Consulting - And Why They Matter
Today, we're talking about application deadlines for consulting. If you're a student, especially a current undergrad, Masters, or MBA, you'll want to listen in.
Jenny Rae and Japheth rev…
S11E16: The Undergraduate's Roadmap to a Career in Consulting
Undergraduates - listen up. Today, we're giving you a detailed roadmap to setting yourself up for a consulting career.
Edward shares:
- The key skills consulting firms look for
- Choosing a ma…
S11E15: From a Dream to Become a Pilot to MBB Analyst - Noah's Story
Noah's dream of joining the military as a pilot was shattered by an injury his sophomore year of college. Now, he's entering the workforce through a completely different pathway - as a …
S11E14: Kearney Case Interview Example - Driving Revenue and Impact in Women's Soccer
Kearney is one of the world's top consulting firms - interesting work, great people, supportive culture. Careers at the firm are highly coveted, but to get in, you have to pass a series…
S11E13: Sell Weekends: What They Are and How To Crush Your Weekend
Do you have an upcoming Sell Weekend or are curious what they entail?
Jenny Rae reveals all in today's episode as she shares her process for selecting the Bain Atlanta office and how to…
S11E12: Key Trends and Challenges for the Next Decade in Organizational Transformation
AI. Automation. ESG. Machine Learning. The current rate of disruption taking place across industries and verticals can be overwhelming.
But today, Consultya Managing Director Ahmed Elkom…
S11E11: Killer networking, resume, and case prep advice from a former McKinsey Analyst (Mikael Berthiaume)
Mikael Berthiaume rode a rollercoaster into consulting at McKinsey, transitioned into the startup world, and is now prepping to go back to McK after his INSEAD MBA.
In the fast-paced co…
S11E10: Stax Private Equity Case Interview - Portfolio Company Growth
Looking for a consulting role at the intersection of strategy and private equity? Stax is hiring now.
In this episode, Director Sameer Tejani runs through an interesting case that featur…
S11E9: Breaking down case interview verbal math
There are 3 types of case interview math - verbal, chart, and graph. Today, Stephanie breaks down verbal math - what it is, how to approach it, and how to crush it.
Join the upcoming Cas…
S11E8: OC&C Case Interview Demo (PE Firm Acquiring Gyms)
We're thrilled to partner with OC&C Strategy Consultants to bring you this live case demo.
OC&C Partner Carl Evander (B2B Services Practice) conducts a case that focused on a Private Eq…
S11E7: Deloitte interview prep - 7 keys you need to know
Today, we break down the Deloitte interview process.
- Resume screens
- What to expect for case, fit, and group interviews
- 5 skills Deloitte tests for
- 7 keys for solving Deloitte case interview…
S11E6: McKinsey Public Sector Case - Postal Operator Under Pressure
This week's live case interview features a former McKinsey Senior Analyst (Mikael) and a doctor (Gabriel). The case will see Gabriel attempt to rescue a European postal operator from p…
S11E5: Overview of Management Consulting Interviews
In this snippet from a recent Black Belt training call, Jenny Rae outlines what to expect in the consulting interview process, plus:
- Key case interview differences between firms
- How many…
S11E4: Big 4 salaries demystified!
What do the Big 4 firms - Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG - pay? This episode breaks it all down:
- Base salaries at Big 4 across levels
- Which practice areas pay better
- The difference between U.S. a…
S11E3: Bain Private Equity Case Interview Example (Gumby's Pizza)
It's July and case prep is heating up as interview season comes around. Today's episode is a case interview demonstration in Bain's style of interview.
Our two stars - Divya Agarwal (for…
S11E2: BCG consultant salary (the raw numbers!)
We brought you Deloitte salaries last week. Today, it's all about BCG.
All the raw $$ numbers for interns, entry-level consultants, post-MBA consultants, and beyond to Partner - all in t…
S11E1: Deloitte consultant salary - what to expect!
Eyeing a career at Deloitte - but not sure what you will stand to make? Today, we're debunking Deloitte salaries across levels and practice areas, from interns to Principals.
You'll lea…
S10E30: Do I need a case interview coach?
Of course the answer to this question is "it depends" - on your background, timeline, resources, casing experience, etc.
This episode walks through 4 ways to know if you would benefit fr…