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
S3E29: Palm Tree - the PE Advisory Firm Shaking Up Traditional Consulting
Palm Tree is a rising firm you should familiarize yourself with. From the outside, it looks like a traditional consulting firm, but in reality, it's much more than that, and functions a…
S3E28: How Many Networking Emails are Too Many?
In this episode, we introduce MC's not-so-secret formula for writing winning networking emails: the 2:2:2 rule. What is it, and how do you apply it to network your way into your ideal f…
S3E27: What is a Week-in-the-Life of a McKinsey Consultant Like?
Namaan sits down with ex-McKinsey Engagement Manager Stephanie Knight to chat through her story - including how she broke into the top firm, and why she opted not to take the route to P…
S3E26: Why are People Not Responding to Your Networking Emails?
Are your networking emails or LinkedIn messages getting ignored? Here's what you need to do to not only earn responses, but get a game-changing referral to an interview.
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S3E25: Leaving Consulting to Pursue a Career in Pharma with Kate Liebelt
We often hear about the up-and-out nature of consulting firms. But it's more rare that we hear about someone spending over a decade in consulting then choosing to leave to pursue a drea…
S3E24: Why is the Perfect Cover Letter so Hard to Write?
Why is the cover letter such an elusive enigma in the application process? In this episode, we walk through the exact steps to take to craft an exceptional cover letter. If you're ready…
S3E23: Can Airbnb Survive COVID?
Airbnb - will it sink or swim? The pandemic was rough for this storied hospitality brand, but there does appear to be a light at the end of the tunnel.
Listen in as we apply the Strategy…
S3E22: What are the 3 Secrets to Making Your Resume Stand Out?
In this episode, we walk you through the 3 secrets to a winning resume. How do you effectively tell your story in just 1 page and stay out of the "No" pile? Tune in to find out.
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S3E21: How to Gain the Core Skills Needed to Succeed in Consulting
The Art of Manliness Podcast: LISTEN NOW
The Strategy Paradox by AoM: LISTEN NOW
In this episode, you'll get to know Ernesto Vallejo - a Tulane MBA, analytical genius, and all around good…
S3E20: How Can I Network My Way Into McKinsey, Bain, or BCG?
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In this episode, Namaan Mian (COO) and Stephanie Knight (Chief Learning Officer) debunk commonly held networking myths, lay out a roadmap for success,…
S3E19: From PhD to Consulting - Natalie's Story
In this candid conversation, we break down Natalie Chan's journey of breaking into BCG as a PhD.
You'll gain insight for your own journey listening to Natalie share her story. How did …
S3E18: What are the Top 2021 Consulting Hiring Trends?
Strategy Sprint - 1 week virtual consulting engagement: LEARN MORE
What are the hiring trends for consulting in 2021? The data is in, and it confirms what we predicted would happen.
In …
S3E17: How can Women in Leadership Communicate More Assertively?
Women in leadership and women in the workplace are often perceived differently than men, with the messages to women often sounding like: "be more like a man," or "you're doing a bad job…
S3E16: Robinhood - Boom or Bust?
No other app deserves more credit for making stock trading accessible to the average Joe than Robinhood. It's also a company that has made national news headlines in 2021 - but not for …
S3E15: Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Finance Case Interview Example
This BCG Finance case features a credit and debit card processor that is looking to sustain double-digit revenue growth. The interviewer is ex-BCG consultant Nare Israelyan, who is part…
S3E14: How do You Improve Employee Engagement?
Employee engagement: what is it and how do you improve it? Is employee engagement the same as employee satisfaction?
In this episode, you'll A) learn how to measure employee engagement…
S3E13: How do you Start a Boutique Consulting Firm? With Oliver Elirani, Ollen Group
Our guest today is Oliver Elirani, Managing Partner at Ollen Group - a boutique consultancy in the Middle East. Oliver rose from Investment Banking to consulting (PwC) to starting his o…
S3E12: How Do You Build an Effective Problem Solving Culture?
In this episode, Jenny Rae shares key problem solving tips to help transform your organization's problem solving process. F1000 managers told us the number one problem they had is emplo…
S3E11: What Can you Expect for a Salary in Consulting in 2021?
Did consulting firms raise, maintain, or decrease salaries in 2021? What are the best firms for an undergraduate or MBA consultant salary? How do the MBB firms compare to the Big 4 in t…
S3E10: What is the Reality of Consulting vs Expectations?
Sanjeev Kumar turns the mic around on Jenny Rae as she delves deep into her time as a Bain consultant, honestly answering questions like:
- Expectations vs Reality of consulting - is it a…