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Do Undergrad Clubs and Experiences Matter on my Consulting Resume?

Management Consulted

It’s the question of our time – how far is too far to go back on my consulting resume? Day about consulting resumes, and we’re happy to answer them (you can email us here !). But today, we’re here to answer one specific question: do undergrad clubs/experiences matter on your consulting resume?

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LinkedIn Hacks for Management Consulting Applicants

Tom Spencer

A candidate might spend hours on their resume and cover letter but put little thought into their LinkedIn profile other than a profile picture and a cheesy blurb in the “about” section. Although it may be less important than a resume, it is a crucial way to sell yourself as a qualified candidate. Quality beats quantity here.

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Reader FAQ – “Designer” Consulting Resumes, Late Applications, and Plan Bs

Management Consulted

October was the peak of full-time recruiting, and it shows! You’ve bombarded us with insightful questions about resumes, interviews, applications, and how to pick up the pieces and consider alternatives to consulting when you don’t make the cut. We edit about 600 consulting resumes a year – so we see a LOT of resumes.

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Consulting Cover Letter

CaseInterview.com

Between a resume and cover letter , most job applicants will tell you that the resume is more important. While your resume provides a more complete summary of your education, skills, and experiences, the cover letter also plays a very important role during the application process. Why You’re a Great Candidate.

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A Note to University Seniors

Tom Spencer

Dear university seniors, I really sympathize with the senior year recruiting grind. This is not my subjective interpretation of senior year recruiting. I’m writing this now — before recruiting kicks off — as a reminder to stay strong. Be smart, do your research, and have an educated opinion. Reading Time: 3 minutes.

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Networking Your Way into Consulting, Even in a Pandemic

Tom Spencer

You might have a picture-perfect resume. Your credentials might even get past the robotic sorters looking through thousands of resumes for specific “buzz words”. Start by building your profile, adding your current position, education, experiences, and skills. You might satisfy all the basic qualifications.

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Tips for Sending Successful Messages on LinkedIn

Tom Spencer

I receive 2-3 LinkedIn messages per day asking to schedule a call so that I can share my personal experience in consulting, answer recruiting-related questions, and sometimes even review a resume on the spot. I’m in the midst of recruiting and have some questions about company X. Do you want to schedule a mock interview?