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
- 590
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
S19E13: BCG Recruiting Tips from a Former Marine Turned Consultant (Katie's Story)
Katie Neff’s path to consulting was anything but typical. After 8 years in the Marine Corps, she pivoted through a dual degree at Columbia and went on to land a role with BCG in the Mid…
S19E12: Inside Tesla’s Futuristic Diner Experiment in Los Angeles (July 24, 2025)
Tesla has opened a diner in Los Angeles - and it’s not just about burgers and fries. In today’s episode, Namaan and Jenny Rae explore the business strategy behind this bold move and why…
S19E11: I’m an Engineer. Can I Really Jump to Consulting?
Are you an engineer or in another technical field wondering if consulting could be your next move?
In this episode, Jenny Rae breaks down exactly how engineers can successfully transiti…
S19E10: Why Coca‑Cola Beat Earnings but Shares Still Slipped (July 22, 2025)
Coca‑Cola posted stronger‑than‑expected earnings, yet its stock still slipped. Why?
In today’s Tuesday episode of Market Outsiders, Jenny Rae and Namaan unpack Coca‑Cola’s latest result…
S19E9: Lawyer Turned McKinsey Consultant – Saahil’s Career Pivot Story
Saahil’s path to McKinsey was anything but typical. He started in law school in India, built two startups, earned an MBA at UVA Darden, and ultimately broke into consulting.
In this epi…
S19E8: PepsiCo Pops Despite Headwinds – What Earnings Reveal About F&B Battles (July 17, 2025)
PepsiCo’s latest earnings surprised Wall Street, sending shares up even as U.S. demand slipped. In today's Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae unpack what’s driving the numbers, from…
S19E7: How Internationals Land Consulting Offers in 2025
Breaking into consulting as an international candidate in 2025 is challenging, but not impossible. In this episode, Jenny Rae shares a proven roadmap.
You’ll hear the 4 most common obsta…
S19E6: NVIDIA’s China Comeback Fuels Market Rally Despite Rising Inflation (July 15, 2025)
NVIDIA’s surprise approval to resume selling AI chips to China sent its stock soaring and lifted the broader market - even as fresh inflation data showed price pressures ticking back up…
S19E5: 2025 McKinsey Digital Assessment Guide (McKinsey Solve Game)
In this episode, we break down exactly what to expect from the 2025 McKinsey Digital Assessment - also known as the McKinsey Solve Game or McKinsey Problem Solving Game.
Whether you're …
S19E4: Bain M&A Case Interview – Breaking Down a Candy Acquisition
If you're prepping for Bain or any MBB interview, this is essential listening.
Join Coach Tobe, a former Bain consultant, for a live M&A case interview simulation focused on a strategic …
S19E3: Inside Ferrero's $3.1 Billion Play for WK Kellogg (July 10, 2025)
Ferrero just dropped $3.1 billion to acquire cereal maker WK Kellogg, home of Froot Loops and Frosted Flakes. But why now, and why cereal?
In this episode, Namaan and Jenny Rae unpack …
S19E2: How AI Is Getting Candidates Blacklisted
In this urgent episode, we reveal breaking intel from top consulting firms: candidates are getting blacklisted for using AI tools like ChatGPT during interviews and applications - and i…
S19E1: Target and Walmart Just Declared War on Amazon Prime Day (Market Outsiders: July 8, 2025)
Amazon’s summer sales juggernaut is no longer a one-player game.
In today’s episode, Namaan and Jenny Rae unpack how Walmart and Target are leveraging loyalty programs, inventory strate…
S18E30: Intro to Casing (10 of 10): Deloitte Human Capital Case - Black Cats FC
Welcome to the final episode of the Intro to Casing series! We’re closing things out with a twist: a Deloitte-style Human Capital case that dives into team dynamics, motivation, and org…
S18E29: The Jobs Market Just Beat Expectations Again (Market Outsiders: July 3, 2025)
Happy Fourth of July weekend - but before the fireworks, we’re diving into a surprising June jobs report that added 147,000 new positions and revised prior numbers upward.
Namaan and Je…
S18E28: Breaking Consulting Myths + What’s Ahead for 2025 Recruiting (Live from NYC)
In this special live episode of Strategy Simplified, recorded in front of a studio audience in Midtown Manhattan, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down the biggest myths in consulting today a…
S18E27: Intro to Casing (9 of 10): EY-Parthenon M&A Case - Rapid Buses
In episode 9 of our Intro to Casing series, we break down a classic M&A case with a market sizing element. Inspired by EY-Parthenon’s private equity work, this case features a Pan-Asian…
S18E26: I Don’t Go to a Target School. Can I Still Get Into Consulting?
Worried your school isn't on top consulting firms’ target lists? You’re not alone.
In this episode, we break down exactly what it takes to land an offer from firms like McKinsey, Bain, …
Nominate a Consultant for the 2025 Change Maker Award (Deadline June 27!)
Do you know a consultant who has driven outsized impact - for a client, their firm, or the consulting industry at large? Nominate them for the 2025 Change Maker Award, the industry’s to…
S18E25: How to Get Hired at Bain in 2025 (Partner Keith Bevans)
What does it take to land an offer at Bain in 2025?
In this honest convo, Bain Partner Keith Bevans joins Strategy Simplified to unpack exactly what’s changed - and what hasn’t - in Bai…