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for the mckinsey solve ecosystem game - what are all possible red flags you could encounter in a species group?

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Hagen
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edited on Jan 07, 2025
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Hi there,

I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question:

  • While the ecosystem management game of the McKinsey Solve pre-interview assessment seems too complex to have simple exclusion criteria, I could think of two possible ones: 1) (almost) all animals with a poor calories needed/provided ratio and 2) one or more producers with no predators.

If you would like a more detailed discussion on how to best prepare for your upcoming McKinsey pre-interview assessment and/or interviews, please don't hesitate to contact me directly.

Best,

Hagen

Alessa
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on Jan 05, 2025
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Hey!

Some common red flags to watch for in a species group include unstable population dynamics, such as rapid decline or unsustainable growth; dependency on a single resource or competition for it; predator-prey imbalances that disrupt the ecosystem; the presence of invasive species outcompeting native ones; high sensitivity to pollution or toxins; vulnerability to climate changes like temperature shifts or water scarcity; a narrow habitat range or reliance on shrinking areas; loss of biodiversity, which can reduce resilience; disease outbreaks spreading within or between species; overexploitation by humans through hunting or harvesting; fragmented ecosystem connectivity that isolates populations; disruptions in the food web leading to starvation or migration; reproductive challenges like low fertility rates; and unfavorable inter-species relationships, such as parasitism or aggressive competition. Each of these factors could signal potential risks to the balance of the ecosystem. Let me know if you'd like help exploring these further or applying them to your specific case! 😊

Best, Alessa

Thabang
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on Jan 20, 2025
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Hey there,

I think Alessa provided some great examples. 

Maybe just a bit of cautioning: I don't think it's possible to know all the possible red flags as the game is constantly developing and evolving. Only the creators would know

All the best

Florian
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on Jan 30, 2025
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Hi there,

Red flags are constantly evolving, so rather than memorizing a fixed list, have a systematic approach to identify them quickly.

Use an Excel tool/solver to log key data points and spot patterns efficiently, e.g., through automated calculations and color-coding.

All the best,

Florian

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