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
- 28 minutes
- Episodes
- 591
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
S5E27: 3 Reasons to Work for Oliver Wyman
Oliver Wyman is a top boutique consulting firm with a global footprint. In this episode, we share our top 3 reasons to consider the firm for your first (or your next) career move.
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S5E26: Case Interview Simulation: EnergyPop (Market Entry)
Looking for a case that will test your math and formulas abilities? This is the one for you! Listen in as Edward works to help a beverage company decide if a new market would be profita…
S5E25: 3 Reasons to Work for Deloitte S&O
Deloitte S&O (strategy & operations) is a top strategy consulting house, and in this episode, we're sharing 3 reasons why you may want to consider the firm.
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S5E24: Top 5 Business Masters Programs for Consulting
In this podcast, we're sharing the top 5 non-MBA business masters programs that will give you the best shot of breaking into consulting. Dive in!
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S5E23: 3 Reasons to Work For EY-Parthenon
Should you apply to EY-Parthenon, Ernst & Young's strategy consulting division? Here are 3 great reasons why you should consider it.
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S5E22: Accenture Interviews, Culture, and Careers
This Strategy Simplified conversation reveals everything you need to know about Accenture - and nothing you don't. In it, Accenture's Caroline Dudley and Rizzalyn Burke get real, sharin…
S5E21: What are the Amazon Leadership Principles?
The Amazon Leadership Principles have guided the company to decades of phenomenal success, and over the years, the company has ingrained the principles into its culture and interviews.
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S5E20: What is Strategy Sprint?
In this episode, you'll hear from the MC team and two former Strategy Sprint participants. Check it out to decide if the 1-week consulting project is right for you. We're sharing about:
- …
S5E19: McKinsey-Style Case Interview: CPG Company Market Entry
This case features a McKinsey interviewer and a superstar MBB candidate. Grab a pen and paper and follow along to see if you can crack the case!
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S5E18: Strategy Sprint - a 1-Week Virtual Consulting Project
Strategy Sprint is a 1-week consulting project designed to help you:
- Add relevant consulting experience to your resume
- Explain a career pivot with credibility
- Cover a gap in experience
- Gain…
S5E17: 3 Tips for MBA Internship Applications + New MBB Deadlines
Attention MBA 1st Years - MBB have just released application deadlines for 2022 summer internships. Listen in for the new dates plus 3 actionable tips for your applications.
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S5E16: Breaking Into McKinsey From a Non-Target School - with Lisa Bright
Lisa Bright broke into The Firm from a school you've never heard of then exited consulting to venture (successfully) into the startup world. Now, she does a bit of everything, like moon…
S5E15: Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group
Alvarez & Marsal is a top consulting firm known globally for its restructuring and turnaround work - but the firm is much more than that. Recently, A&M ventured into the strategy and tr…
S5E14: Case Prep Tips for MBA Candidates
Calling all MBA candidates. Whether you have a case interview next week or in early 2022, it's high time to start your prep. In this episode, we share a prep plan and recommended timeli…
S5E13: Can You Negotiate Your Salary in Consulting?
Negotiating your salary for a consulting role - can it be done? And which pieces can be negotiated - base pay, bonuses, benefits, etc.? In this episode, we go into detail about what you…
S5E12: Pyramid Principle® Explained
The Pyramid Principle® is a seminal concept in consulting for gaining stakeholder buy-in and motivating action. In this episode, we'll give a quick overview of the Pyramid Principle and…
S5E11: Bain-Style Mock Case Interview: HardHead Helmets
In this case interview example, the "client" is a Private Equity firm looking to take a bicycle helmet manufacturing company private. The candidate's task is to give the client a yes/no…
S5E10: Bain Careers vs McKinsey and BCG
Bain & Company prides itself on being different compared to its top rivals, BCG and McKinsey. The firm has the frattiest culture out of the Top 3 - but what else sets Bain apart? Why sh…
S5E9: J.P. Morgan and S&T vs EY-Parthenon and Consulting
In this episode of Strategy Simplified, we're chatting with Aashav about a crisis moment he had when faced with a decision between Sales & Trading at J.P. Morgan and Consulting at EY-Pa…
S5E8: BCG Careers vs McKinsey and Bain
What are the main difference when considering BCG vs McKinsey and Bain? There are a few critical distinctions that BCG holds over the other two MBB powerhouses. Listen in to hear them b…