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
S18E6: Intro to Casing (4 of 10): L.E.K. Profitability Case – Best Boots
In the fourth installment of our 10-part “Intro to Casing” series, we dive into a profitability case from L.E.K. Consulting that centers on Best Boots, a billion-dollar American footwea…
BREAKING: From Beltway Boom to Budget Bust - Booz Allen Tightens Up
Booz Allen Hamilton just dropped a bombshell - cutting 2,500 jobs in one of the largest workforce reductions in its history. What’s behind this sudden move?
In this episode, MC COO Namaa…
S18E4: Behind the Scenes at Stax: Private Equity Consulting with Brad Kuntz
In this episode of Strategy Simplified, we chat with Brad Kuntz, Senior Managing Director at Stax, to get a real look at what makes the firm tick.
Brad shares how Stax’s private equity …
S18E3: Nike Backtracks & Why You Should Care About U.S. Bond Yields (Market Outsiders: May 22, 2025)
In this extended Market Outsiders live episode, Namaan and Jenny Rae cut through the noise on tariffs, premium pricing, and why Nike’s betting on affluent consumers.
The duo break down a…
S18E2: From Law to Consulting: How to Make the Leap Successfully
Thinking about transitioning from law to consulting? You’re not alone. In this episode of Strategy Simplified, we break down exactly how to move from law school to consulting - or from …
S18E1: Home Depot Keeps Prices Steady - or Does it? (Market Outsiders: May 20, 2025)
In this Tuesday Market Outsiders episode, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down Home Depot’s claim of holding prices steady despite new tariffs - while Walmart hikes prices.
They dig into Home…
S17E30: Intro to Casing (3 of 10): Kearney Profitability Case – Tourism Revenue Boost
In the 3rd installment of our Intro to Casing series, we tackle a profitability case from Kearney focused on boosting tourism revenue for a West African country's Ministry of Tourism.
Th…
S17E29: Moody's Downgrade & U.S. Treasury Yields Hit 5% (Market Outsiders: May 19, 2025)
In this Monday Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae break down why U.S. Treasury yields hitting 5% could shake up markets - from stocks to real estate - as investors chase risk-free r…
S17E28: 7 Must-Know Math Formulas to Ace the Case Interview
Case interview math doesn't have to be scary - if you know the formulas.
In this episode, we break down the 7 essential math formulas every candidate must master to succeed in consultin…
S17E27: Walmart Raises Prices and Lessons from the Rodeo (Market Outsiders: May 15, 2025)
In this Thursday Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae analyze Walmart’s price hikes amid looming tariffs, noting an increase in U.S. sales and an e-commerce surge as signs of consumer…
S17E26: BCG Supermarket Case Interview: Live Simulation + Expert Feedback
Former BCG consultant Jason Riddell leads a live case interview focused on a struggling deli department at a national supermarket chain. With stagnant profits, the deli business needs a…
S17E25: Inflation Eases & McDonald's Struggles: What’s Behind the Numbers? (Market Outsiders: May 13, 2025)
In this Tuesday episode of Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae dissect the April CPI data, showing a lower-than-expected core inflation rate, signaling stability despite tariff uncer…
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S17E24: U.S./China Trade Tensions Thaw - What's Next? (Market Outsiders: May 12, 2025)
U.S. / China trade tensions thaw as the economic powers drop reciprocal tariffs and agree to further talks.
- How are business leaders responding?
- What does it mean for investors?
- What do we…
S17E23: Intro to Casing (2 of 10): BCG Profitability Case Interview Example
Continue the Intro to Casing mini-series with a BCG profitability case.
Join Ed and Jenny Rae as they walk through a full case example in real time - showing you how to structure, calcul…
S17E22: Post-MBA Consulting Offers: Real Talk from Bain, McKinsey, and BCG Hires
What does it really take to land a post-MBA consulting offer at a top-tier firm? In this episode, we pull back the curtain with a panel of successful candidates who scored offers at fir…
S17E21: Fed Rate Hold and Tariff Troubles (Market Outsiders: May 08, 2025)
In this solo episode of Market Outsiders, Jenny Rae dives into the market’s reaction to the Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates steady, signaling caution amid tariff-drive…
S17E20: Inside Samsung & Hershey: Tech Powerhouse vs. Candy Icon
What do a South Korean tech giant and an iconic American candy maker have in common? More than you might think.
In this edition of Business Breakdowns, Jenny Rae Le Roux and Namaan Mian…
S17E19: Navigating the Fed's Interest Rate Decisions (Market Outsiders: May 06, 2025)
In this segment of Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae discuss the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting and the potential implications of interest rate decisions on the economy.
They exp…
S17E18: Intro to Casing (1 of 10): Accenture Market Sizing Case Interview Example
Kick off our Intro to Casing mini-series with a classic market sizing case, just like you’d get at Accenture or other consulting firms.
Join Ed and Jenny Rae as they walk through a full …