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McKinsey ban or blacklist

on Aug 28, 2024

Global

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Florian

Coach

Hi there, Bans Depends a bit on the office/region. In some countries, actual bans including the associated period ar... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Bans Depends a bit on the office/region. In some countries, actual bans including the associated period are communicated after the interview (usually 12-24 months). I... (read entire answer)

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Differences between McK R1 and final round?

on Aug 28, 2024

USA

4 Answers

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Top answer by

Hagen

Coach

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the progress in the application process with McKinsey thus far! I would be... (read entire answer)

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the progress in the application process with McKinsey thus far! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all,... (read entire answer)

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McK final round - can you get dinged for not asking the “right” clarifying questions?

on Aug 28, 2024

USA

5 Answers

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Top answer by

Hagen

Coach

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the progress in the application process with McK thus far! I would be happ... (read entire answer)

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the progress in the application process with McK thus far! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, while... (read entire answer)

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What would be a reason not to hire you?

on Aug 27, 2024

Global

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Top answer by

Ian

Coach

This is a hidden "weakness" question. Find a weakness that isn't really one, and also explain why it isn't even reall... (read entire answer)

This is a hidden "weakness" question. Find a weakness that isn't really one, and also explain why it isn't even really an issue anymore. Additionally, you can pick something t... (read entire answer)

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Onboard in a month - should I start networking before onboarding?

on Aug 26, 2024

Global

4 Answers

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Top answer by

Hagen

Coach

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the offer! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: While i... (read entire answer)

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the offer! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: While it is great to see how eager you are to prepare for your care... (read entire answer)

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how to answer question from Mckinsey partner

on Aug 26, 2024

Global

5 Answers

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Hagen

Coach

Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, I’m not certain that you will be aske... (read entire answer)

Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, I’m not certain that you will be asked why you left the other consulting firm, especially since y... (read entire answer)

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McKinsey or BCG US Advanced Degree Candidate

on Aug 26, 2024

USA

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Top answer by

Hagen

Coach

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the offers from McKinsey and BCG! I would be happy to share my thoughts on... (read entire answer)

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the offers from McKinsey and BCG! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: Even if there is no material risk with going... (read entire answer)

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Get into consulting with BBC at A-level?

on Aug 26, 2024

2 Answers

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Top answer by

Hagen

Coach

Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, improving your math grade would certa... (read entire answer)

Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, improving your math grade would certainly strengthen your academic profile.Moreover, just out of... (read entire answer)

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In-Person Case Prep in London, UK

on Aug 26, 2024

3 Answers

300+ Views

Top answer by

Hagen

Coach

Hi Tara, It’s exciting to see a candidate use PrepLounge to find offline case preparation partners! I think it’s a gr... (read entire answer)

Hi Tara, It’s exciting to see a candidate use PrepLounge to find offline case preparation partners! I think it’s a great idea, especially for final-round interviews. Nonetheless... (read entire answer)

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What to ask in clarifying question and what to ask during the interview?

on Aug 26, 2024

Global

4 Answers

400+ Views

Top answer by

Hagen

Coach

Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your questions: First of all, it's important to distinguish betwee... (read entire answer)

Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your questions: First of all, it's important to distinguish between the initial clarifying questions and questions during the... (read entire answer)

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Had a case where your client is the owner of a large zoo and he has an opportunity to participate in an auction for 2 dinosaur eggs. It's a one time auction so you can only make one bid. You have to recommend how much he bids for these eggs.

on Aug 26, 2024

Global

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Hagen

Coach

Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, and contrary to what other coaches ha... (read entire answer)

Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, and contrary to what other coaches have said, I would assume you don’t actually have to calculate... (read entire answer)

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Networking before starting my MBA?

on Aug 25, 2024

Global

4 Answers

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Top answer by

Marin

Coach

The short answer: it's never bad to network :)

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MBA, 1.5 yr experience - Bain Consultant?

on Aug 25, 2024

Global

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Francesco

Coach

Hi there, Q: I have 1.5 years of experience post MBA, can I still apply to a Consultant position? I have all the req... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Q: I have 1.5 years of experience post MBA, can I still apply to a Consultant position? I have all the requirements, but for Manager not, since I do not have consulti... (read entire answer)

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Does the current market turmoil mean less MBB hiring next year?

on Aug 25, 2024

Global

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Udayan

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If you're talking about the stock marked the last 3 days I really wouldn't take that into account. That's what stocks... (read entire answer)

If you're talking about the stock marked the last 3 days I really wouldn't take that into account. That's what stocks do they go up and down for many reasons. As long as the ove... (read entire answer)

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Can a failed Bain Cap app hurt Bain & Co App?

on Aug 25, 2024

Global

3 Answers

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Hagen

Coach

Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: You answered the question yourself – Bain Capital n... (read entire answer)

Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: You answered the question yourself – Bain Capital nowadays has very little to do with Bain, and the situation w... (read entire answer)

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Networking advice

on Aug 25, 2024

Global

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Top answer by

Francesco

Coach

Hi there, Q: I am wondering whether it would be more effective to ask them to simply chat for 15-20 minutes about th... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Q: I am wondering whether it would be more effective to ask them to simply chat for 15-20 minutes about their experience, or to also ask them if they would do a case... (read entire answer)

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Which strategy to adopt for a second time case prep for MBBs?

on Aug 25, 2024

Global

4 Answers

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Top answer by

Francesco

Coach

Hi there, 1) I will be interviewing for Bain and Mckinsey in September. How should I plan my prep? I don't know where... (read entire answer)

Hi there, 1) I will be interviewing for Bain and Mckinsey in September. How should I plan my prep? I don't know where to start. I would recommend the following: Define a calenda... (read entire answer)

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Seeking Advice on Applying for an In-House Strategy Role with a Challenging Background

on Aug 25, 2024

Global

2 Answers

100+ Views

Top answer by

Florian

Coach

Hi there, A tricky situation indeed! However, if you don't try you will not get the job. If you try, you at least ha... (read entire answer)

Hi there, A tricky situation indeed! However, if you don't try you will not get the job. If you try, you at least have a shot. In the worst case, you learn from a rejection. It... (read entire answer)

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How did you build and keep relationships at your firm ?

on Aug 25, 2024

Global

4 Answers

200+ Views

Top answer by

Achal

Coach

Building relationships with managers and higher-ups at the MBB firm was something I really enjoyed! I made it a point... (read entire answer)

Building relationships with managers and higher-ups at the MBB firm was something I really enjoyed! I made it a point to be friendly and proactive, always looking for ways to co... (read entire answer)

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Bain Hiring Freeze? (Middle East)

on Aug 25, 2024

Middle East

6 Answers

1.9k Views

Top answer by

Sidi

Coach

Hi! There are two points: There is no strict hiring freeze (my mentees received 3 MBB offers in the Middle East in... (read entire answer)

Hi! There are two points: There is no strict hiring freeze (my mentees received 3 MBB offers in the Middle East in April), however the firms are indeed slowing down interviewi... (read entire answer)

6 Answers

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