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The Importance of a Consulting Cover Letter

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As a former consulting resume and cover letter reader for McKinsey, and someone who has reviewed thousands of applications, I have noticed an interesting trend. Most cover letters stink, and many resumes emphasize the wrong things. Your Cover Letter Tips Got Me an LEK Offer . Here's why it works.

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LEK Interview Cover Letter

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Close to a year ago, I was unsuccessful with my applications for internships with consulting firms, getting only one interview and failing that too. That was when I came across your site and sent you an email on how I should write my cover letter, which you kindly replied to as well. How to Write a Consulting Cover Letter.

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Starting your Consulting Journey as a College Student

Tom Spencer

My interest in consulting began at university , before then I was certain I would become a diplomat. My personal experience as a graduate and now working for a consulting firm shows that you can build upon your initial college experience to launch a successful consulting career. Join a consulting club.

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Preparing for Your Consulting Application

Tom Spencer

First things first, your consulting application is the most important part of the recruitment process for two reasons. The HR person will look at your Resume, Cover Letter, and Transcript and decide whether you are qualified to attend a first round interview. Well, let’s embark on the journey. This is Gate Three.

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More on Networking to Get a Consulting Interview

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I am often asked by readers if networking will really help them obtain a consulting interview or if it could affect them negatively. I suggest you network with anyone within a management consulting firm regardless of whether they are involved in recruiting or consulting resume screening. Additional Resources.

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Networking to Get McKinsey, Bain & BCG Offers

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Management Consulting Networking Success Story: I just want to drop you one additional thank you e-mail, as I heavily relied on your preparation sources throughout my interviewing journey (and the corresponding case interview preparation). I went through workshops offered by these firms and talked to numerous recruiters and consultants.

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Facing Rejection from Consulting Firms

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Facing rejection from consulting firms is an emotional topic especially with the time and effort candidates put in preparing for the case interview. I recently received this question from a reader about being rejected from all of the consulting jobs they applied for, here is the question and my response to dealing with not getting the offer.