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
S10E9: 2023 Pre-MBA Programs - Should You Apply?
What are pre-MBA programs and why should you care?
If you're an incoming MBA student interested in consulting, you'll want to stick around for the answer.
Today, we'll share what pre-MBA …
S10E8: Inside BCG's New Raleigh-Durham Office
We brought BCG Managing Director/Partner Paul Poduri onto the podcast to share about the firm's latest addition to its office portfolio - Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina. The discussion …
S10E7: The Experienced Hire Path to Consulting at Kearney
Kearney prides itself on providing a path for experienced hires to join the firm - that is what this week's episode is all about!
Joining us is Mark Missirlian, a Manager in the firm's N…
S10E6: The Networking Email Strategy That Just Works
Are your consulting networking efforts leading to dead ends? No responses?
We're re-introducing Management Consulted's not-so-secret formula for writing winning networking emails: the 2:…
S10E5: Are Consulting Timelines Moving Up... Again?
Consulting recruiting timelines are, once again, earlier this year than last.
Today, we explain why (spoiler: banking has everything to do with it) and how we recommend applicants respon…
S10E4: Breaking Into Consulting in a Down Economy
Looking to break into consulting in an ultra-competitive recruiting environment - like the repressed economy we're in now?
In this episode, Drashti takes over the podcast to interview Je…
S10E3: Sports Consulting - More Than a Game with Deloitte's Pete Giorgio
In this episode, we hear from Pete Giorgio, sports practice leader for Deloitte and one of the world's foremost thought leaders on the topic. Pete serves multiple sports clients as a Pr…
S10E2: How Doctoral Students Can Fast-Track the Transition to Consulting through "Soar with Simon-Kucher"
Simon-Kucher & Partners has been hiring doctoral candidates for 30+ years and the firm has another opportunity for advanced degrees to make the leap to consulting through the firm's Soa…
S10E1: McKinsey First Round Case Interview Example (Singapore Art Museum)
To kick off Season 10 of Strategy Simplified, enjoy this McKinsey first round case interview example. Management Consulted coach and former BCG Project Leader Alessandro Furlotti leads …
S9E30: How Dillon Transitioned from Academia to Consulting at a Top 10 Firm
While many know that it's possible to break into consulting without a business major, most don't know the exact steps to make the transition.
Today's Strategy Simplified guest - Drexel P…
S9E29: Developing a US Market Entry Strategy in 1 Week - Ya's Strategy Sprint Experience
In this episode, Ya Li shares how her Strategy Sprint case team built a market entry strategy for a Spanish language training company in just 1 week! (Pretty impressive, huh?)
By partici…
S9E28: CPG Company Case Interview Example: Boston Consulting Group
In this CPG company case interview example, Management Consulted coach and former McKinsey consultant Lisa Bright leads a future BCGer through a mock case interview.
The case follows a l…
S9E27: The Great Bank Collapse of 2023... or is it?
In the aftermath of the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), many have been left with countless questions. Today, Namaan is answering the most important ones, including:
- Who was SVB?
- Wh…
S9E26: What Do McKinsey Consultants Actually Do? With Ray Temnewo
What do consultants actually do in their day-to-day? Former McKinsey Senior Business Analyst Ray Temnewo, a Management Consulted case coach, comes on the pod to spill the beans. Listen …
S9E25: 4 Ideas to Fill Career Gaps In Your Resume
Struggling to gain traction in your consulting job hunt due to career gaps on your resume? Listen in.
Today, we're sharing 4 ideas to help you fill in those pesky resume gaps that are st…
S9E24: 4 Tips for Working Professionals to Transition to Consulting
Are you a working professional (AKA "experienced hire") wanting to make a lateral move into management consulting? This episode is for you!
Stephanie shares 4 key tips to ensure a succes…
S9E23: How a Biology Major Landed an EY-Parthenon Summer Internship
We're excited to bring you today's episode where Eric Lu shares insights from his journey into consulting.
A Duke University Biology major, Eric wanted to combine his love for business …
S9E22: Careers in Strategy Consulting at IGS
We brought on 3 leaders from Investor Group Services (IGS) to share about work, life, culture, promotions, and current opportunities at the firm.
Interested in a fast-paced strategy cons…
S9E21: Engineering to Consulting (Prachi's Story)
If you are an engineer or working professional in the oil & gas industry wanting to transition to consulting, Prachi's story is can't-miss listening material.
Coming from a background in…
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