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Anonymous A
on Oct 07, 2019
Global

If you could choose to be anywhere on this earth now, where would you be?

How would you answer this question in your Personal Fit interview? Receive feedback on your answer and browse through the Q&As to review the approaches of other applicants and experts.

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Anonymous
on Oct 07, 2019

All,

Describe an area which shows authenticity and a personality trait that is sought after in consulting.

For example:

I would be doing X sport with my friends 

Or 

I would be travelling the world and exploring new places and cultures

Often in these types of questions, it is as important (if not more important) to focus on the way you deliver the answer, rather than the content.

Hope this helps.

Best, Aws

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Anonymous N
on Jan 03, 2024

I would be in Medellin in Colombia, where I spent my exchange as I feel so connected with that place and love its vibrancy and connection to nature. 

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on Jan 03, 2024

Amidst the serene landscapes of New Zealand, where emerald mountains embrace crystal-clear lakes. The breathtaking beauty and tranquility of Aotearoa would be my chosen haven, a place where nature's symphony harmonizes with my soul.

ISO

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Anonymous O
on Jan 05, 2024

Bei meiner Familie und meinen Hunden, Geborgenheit und Heimat spüren. Das gibt mir sehr viel Energie. 

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Anonymous P
on Apr 08, 2024

mit meinen freundinnen auf thailand

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Anonymous Q
on Apr 25, 2024

Genau hier, weil ich diesen Job haben möchte! 

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Anonymous R
on May 12, 2024

i would be exploring new city in foreign country with my girlfriend

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on Jun 10, 2024

Am Meer mit Freunden 

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on Jan 28, 2023

On a long flight with the anticipation of going somewhere new where I can explore. 

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on Sep 13, 2024

I have visited many places. The best place i visited is Dubai and I love to be there forever. Right now I'm in running my business "Nines Consultancy" where I'm providing services related to business setup, PRO Services and ISO Certification. 

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Anonymous J
on Feb 15, 2023

I would choose to be in India- which is where my family is. moreover, it would provide me to be in an atmosphere where there is a perfect blend of work-life balance. 

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on Sep 10, 2024

If this interview is conducted virtually which happens most of the times now. 

I would answer: To be in front of you so that I can shake hands with you and say Thank you for sharing your valuable time with me. 

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Fathu
Coach
on Sep 11, 2024
Ex-BCG Europe/ME/Africa | 50+ offers from MBB, Kearney, OW | Personalized coaching | Free 15-min intro call

First thing to consider is why this question would be hypothetically asked and my top 3 reasons are: 

  1. To get to know your interests beyond your resume
  2. To understand how interesting a person you are
  3. To know how swiftly you can think on your feet

Based on these, you should prioritize professionally appropriate interests that are of genuine interest to you. If none comes to mind at that instant, you can reposition your answer to be oriented around where a future you living in an ideal world would like to be.

And regardless of your answer, don't forget to state your why since that's a critical point they'll be trying to assess.

on Aug 06, 2020

Drinking coffee

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Anonymous M
on Jul 10, 2023

North Sea, I love the calmness of the rough sea. It gives me time and space to think clearly.

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on Feb 13, 2022

Hugging my niece

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Anonymous K
on Mar 22, 2023

In Australien, Sydney

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Anonymous L
on May 08, 2023

To be honest, i would be here, i am greatfull to get this oppertunity and want to use all of my chances , if  had to chose something besides work i would chose university because i enjoy learning. And if i had to chose again , i would be at the gym with my friends or my family . Or i would be on vacation with my grandmother sightseeing.

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Anonymous B
on Feb 16, 2020
Clara
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on Sep 30, 2020
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on Aug 28, 2021

Maldives: 1. it is so beautiful, clean and serene 2. you can work there on Moscow time and have all the infrastructure to make you life and work balance perfect 3. When the high season ends there I can go back to Moscow while it is already spring here.

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Anonymous C
on Dec 02, 2021

I would go back to the University of Chicago to be part of an emulating and bold community !

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Anonymous D
on Dec 12, 2021

New York, Mckinsey office

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on Dec 13, 2021

In the Himalayas on a hiking tour.

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Anonymous E
on Dec 18, 2021
Anonymous F
on Jan 24, 2022

Austrailen

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Anonymous G
on Jan 24, 2022

On the highway riding bike

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Anonymous I
edited on Mar 13, 2022

Machu Picchu

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Anonymous H
on Feb 18, 2022

On a Badminton court before I become too old and not be able to move around as quick as I ever used to and can do. 

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on Feb 22, 2022

In a conference room with WHO members 

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Anonymous
on Apr 29, 2022

Is this living there or only for a moment?

I want to watch animals in Antartica because it is hard to get there but super exciting

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on Jul 19, 2022
on Aug 01, 2022

Auf einem Katamaran vor Mallorca

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on Feb 16, 2023

Right here, since I decided to be here today

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