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Didn't indicate that a job is part-time on resume

36 min ago

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Alessa

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Hey! In my opinion: no need to reach out—consulting firms typically verify employment details through reference chec... (read entire answer)

Hey! In my opinion: no need to reach out—consulting firms typically verify employment details through reference checks or documents, so they’ll see the nature of the role thems... (read entire answer)

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Common Pitfalls to avoid on the job

37 min ago

Global

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Sol

Coach

Hi there, I just left Oliver Wyman and started my consulting journey 2 years ago and here are the main things to nail... (read entire answer)

Hi there, I just left Oliver Wyman and started my consulting journey 2 years ago and here are the main things to nail from day 1: Ability to Learn – You won't be perfect at the... (read entire answer)

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What does this mean?

38 min ago

Middle East

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CV information (Internships & highschool)

38 min ago

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Benjamin

Coach

Hi, I had switched from T2 to MBB as well. I would suggest anything >5 years isn't really relevant anymore. I wo... (read entire answer)

Hi, I had switched from T2 to MBB as well. I would suggest anything >5 years isn't really relevant anymore. I would remove both of those experiences and instead make sure t... (read entire answer)

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BCG ADC interview process question

38 min ago

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Francesco

Coach

Hi there, Q: Does anyone have any insight on where I am now in the process? I From the flow you described, it seems b... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Q: Does anyone have any insight on where I am now in the process? I From the flow you described, it seems both the interviews were part of Round 1. Most likely the nex... (read entire answer)

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Got a lower offer from BCG than expected, should I take it?

39 min ago

Global

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Mattia

Coach

Hey, It’s understandable to be unsure when offered a lower position than expected, but it's not uncommon to place exp... (read entire answer)

Hey, It’s understandable to be unsure when offered a lower position than expected, but it's not uncommon to place experienced hires into a slightly lower role, especially when t... (read entire answer)

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Need some consulting career advice post McKinsey (I'm currently a Consultant at McKinsey)

39 min ago

USA

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Benjamin

Coach

Hi, A couple of angles to consider as you make this decision. Building your abilities/skills/experienceTo me this is... (read entire answer)

Hi, A couple of angles to consider as you make this decision. Building your abilities/skills/experienceTo me this is a function of project exposure, client exposure and internal... (read entire answer)

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Should I apply for an internship or directly for a full-time position in consulting when I complete my Finance studies at HSG in July 2025?

39 min ago

DACH

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Fady

Hey There, Your situation sounds very interesting indeed, I can see from what you mentioned that you already have som... (read entire answer)

Hey There, Your situation sounds very interesting indeed, I can see from what you mentioned that you already have some good credentials that would make up a strong resume. Now,... (read entire answer)

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Publishing this anonymously because I'm basically in the same position. I'd love to work in management / strategy con... (read entire answer)

Publishing this anonymously because I'm basically in the same position. I'd love to work in management / strategy consulting but my mental math isn't that great. I'll say the on... (read entire answer)

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Should I Apply Widely or Focus on Specific Firms for Consulting Internships?

2 hrs ago

Middle East

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Email Recruiter After Applying?

2 hrs ago

USA

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Fathu

Coach

Hi there, Yes, you should reach out to the recruiter letting them know you applied already. In the note, you can bri... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Yes, you should reach out to the recruiter letting them know you applied already. In the note, you can briefly highlight key professional achievements since the last... (read entire answer)

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Pursue Master’s or Try for MBB Without It?

2 hrs ago

Global

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Mohamed

Coach

Hi! I don't think that your age should worry you so much — I've known a lot of consultants who get into an MBB firm a... (read entire answer)

Hi! I don't think that your age should worry you so much — I've known a lot of consultants who get into an MBB firm at 27 and later. Ultimately, your success comes down to: 1) Y... (read entire answer)

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Do you have a question for our consulting experts, too?

2 hrs ago

Global

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Florian

Coach

Hi there, Could be difficult as you rightly pointed out, especially in the current market. Your tag mentions "Global.... (read entire answer)

Hi there, Could be difficult as you rightly pointed out, especially in the current market. Your tag mentions "Global." Could you be a bit more specific on the geography? There a... (read entire answer)

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Consulting Firms - SEA

2 hrs ago

Asia

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Mohamed

Coach

Hi! I'm not sure about SE Asia, but if you're open to the rest of Asia more broadly, I know that the Middle East (in... (read entire answer)

Hi! I'm not sure about SE Asia, but if you're open to the rest of Asia more broadly, I know that the Middle East (in particular, Dubai) tends to recruit heavily from abroad. Kno... (read entire answer)

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Global MBA Part Time Manchester Alliance University

2 hrs ago

Middle East

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Udayan

Coach

If you are not doing an MBA from a top 15 B school globally your chances of landing a role at MBB post graduation are... (read entire answer)

If you are not doing an MBA from a top 15 B school globally your chances of landing a role at MBB post graduation are very slim. Unfortunately there is no online MBA program tha... (read entire answer)

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Living Costs Riyadh vs Doha in 2024

2 hrs ago

Middle East

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Mohamed

Coach

Hi there! Quite honestly, Riyadh, Doha and Dubai are all fairly comparable. Housing costs in Riyadh can be somewhat l... (read entire answer)

Hi there! Quite honestly, Riyadh, Doha and Dubai are all fairly comparable. Housing costs in Riyadh can be somewhat lower than in the other two cities, but it really depends on... (read entire answer)

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Should I apply as an associate or as a consultant at Bain?

2 hrs ago

Europe

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Kairavee

Coach

Hi there, I would recommend applying for the more senior role, as your background. Bain has a great coaching culture,... (read entire answer)

Hi there, I would recommend applying for the more senior role, as your background. Bain has a great coaching culture, so even at the consultant level, you'll receive plenty of s... (read entire answer)

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How do MBB referrals work at London offices?

2 hrs ago

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Shane

Coach

Hi Joseph - I can speak to BCG London: there is really no notion of referrals for the structured / batch hiring round... (read entire answer)

Hi Joseph - I can speak to BCG London: there is really no notion of referrals for the structured / batch hiring rounds (undergrad and MBA).From the company point of view, there... (read entire answer)

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How important is the QS Master degree ranking?

2 hrs ago

Global

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Mattia

Coach

Hi there! I wouldn’t worry too much about rankings. Most top employers rely more on their own experience and knowledg... (read entire answer)

Hi there! I wouldn’t worry too much about rankings. Most top employers rely more on their own experience and knowledge of the quality of schools and candidates, rather than focu... (read entire answer)

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When Should I stop doing cases

2 hrs ago

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