Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 8, 2020

A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to sit down with another blog contributor to the SpencerTom community, Jason Oh, to share our experiences about the consulting recruiting process. How is recruiting done at your school? Jeff : There are many advantages of campus recruiting at a target school.

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Management Consulted

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

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. Many of those are from folks who were referred to us by prior clients.

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 10, 2022

Pursuing tertiary studies is not only about the academics, but also about knowing which career path you want to take and how to utilise the resources you are given by your institution in order to attain that goal. Most importantly, you can learn how to pitch as if you were presenting to a client. Prioritise academic excellence.

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Management Consulted

JULY 1, 2012

Before we get started, check out our core post on networking the “normal way” – at info sessions and through target school types of recruiting opportunities. You’ll use your asset file to gain access to recruiters, consultants, etc. For example, the top result from a search on “recruiter at A.T.

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

Five ways to catch a recruiter’s attention.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 13, 2020

Today, I hope to share with you my opinions on how to become a mentor, how to provide maximum value to your mentees, and how to strengthen your mentorship skills. How to become a mentor. How to maximize the value you provide to mentees. Recruiting is tough, regardless of profession or industry.

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Management Consulted

JUNE 25, 2014

How your networking effort will affect the way your resume is reviewed. How a candidate is ranked in a team review process. How to hit the sweet spot when networking (esp. How to Network for Management Consulting – The Basics. Networking and the Consulting Resume Review.

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 15, 2020

When you walk into an interview, even before you speak, shake hands or talk through your resume, something else is doing a lot of talking in your behalf: your appearance. Whether you like it or not, physical appearance has an effect on how you are perceived by others. Reading Time: 4 minutes.

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Consultant Ninja

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

None of the major consulting firms recruit at her school, and she didn''t know where to start. Objective: How do I get into a management consulting job? Don''t waste your time submitting your resume online. Do they have an on-campus recruiting motion? Don''t waste your time submitting your resume online.

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CaseInterview.com

JUNE 13, 2019

What you will learn: Learn how to market yourself through your resume and cover letter so that you will get the interview. Topics Covered: How to Write a Resume That Will Get You the Interview. How to Write a Cover Letter That Will Get You the Interview. How to Write a Cover Letter That Will Get You the Interview.

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Management Consulted

MARCH 12, 2017

These are the professionals who will be reviewing your resume, cover letter, and application, and a recommendation from one of these consultants inside the firm will go a LONG way in securing a first-round interview invite. Not sure how to network effectively or reach out to cold contacts?

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CaseInterview.com

MAY 9, 2019

I went through workshops offered by these firms and talked to numerous recruiters and consultants. I did the same for resume questions, i.e., I tried to structure my answers to questions like "Why our firm?" My Reply: Congratulations on the BCG offer, and thank you for sharing the ups and downs in your recruiting process.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

This blog will help shed some light on what to expect and how to prepare for behavioral assessments. Recruiters are assessing your background, your project experience, and your ability to fit into the company. HireVue is software that recruiting teams use during the interview process. What to Expect. Phone Screens.

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CaseInterview.com

APRIL 9, 2019

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. Tip 3 — LinkYour Cover Letter to Your Resume.

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Tom Spencer

NOVEMBER 28, 2020

After the interviewer briefly explains their work, most candidates would say “cool” then quietly get their resume ready to begin the interview. This is a pivotal moment in building an interesting and memorable conversation. Instead, carefully listen to what they say and gently probe into their work by asking more open-ended questions.

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CaseInterview.com

AUGUST 15, 2019

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. Most people obsess over resume format -- what font size, margins, etc. Here's why it works.

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Tom Spencer

JULY 27, 2019

That being said, I know plenty of non-MBAs who have received offers from prestigious consulting firms, and so I thought it would be helpful to share some strategies that you can follow at each step of the recruitment process to increase your chance of getting an offer. Step 1: Understanding the Consulting World. Step 2: Getting an Interview.

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Management Consulted

MAY 6, 2009

After our recruiting talks from last year, this is our first live discussion. If all goes well, we’ll expand the format to other topics (eg, conquering interviews, editing resumes, experienced hire recruiting). Stay connected: We offer resume editing and interview prep. Please comment below with your questions.

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018

Make sure you take time to find who the recruiting contacts are for your region of the country or even your specific school and be comfortable reaching out to those individuals. If you happen to attend a non-target school then the next best thing would be to attend a virtual recruiting and case interview workshop.

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Consultant Ninja

DECEMBER 10, 2008

What to put on a consulting resume (part 3 of a continuing series). In my years of being involved with MBA recruiting, Ive never been able to hire a former special forces operator, but Ive been dying to come up with the right reason. Wednesday, December 10, 2008. Posted by Consultant Ninja. at 11:11 AM.

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Management Consulted

MAY 21, 2009

We divulge A TON of tips on how to become a master networker – and it’s not just useless crap like “Be more aggressive” We really talk specifics, from the steps you take in turning a cold call into a warm call, to dealing with awkward/unhelpful alumni. Click here for more on recession recruiting.

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Management Consulted

APRIL 19, 2015

How to network with consultants you are acquainted with. How to network with consultants you’ve never met. How to drive your networking efforts to a coffee or call. 2500+ email addresses and phone numbers of recruiters, consultants, and human resource contacts. consulting networking'

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Management Consulted

MARCH 19, 2017

You’ll start off the interview process with a recruiter phone screen; the call will usually last about 20 minutes and will mainly consist of you walking the recruiter through your resume. Not sure how to turn your resume in to a compelling story? Then check out our resume editing services today!

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Harvard Business

MAY 4, 2016

Updating your LinkedIn profile and resume. But for the most part, recruiters aren’t calling. So how can you make your resume, profile, and interview more effective? How are those organizations better because of you? How to Get the Most Out of an Informational Interview. You know the standard advice.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 10, 2018

Before starting your application journey, the very first thing is to understand the recruitment process and selection criteria of those management consulting firms. During this first step, you will need to provide materials like your Cover Letter, Resume and Transcripts/Test scores (GMAT, GRE, etc.).

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 5, 2017

Every year, recruiters get hit with waves of resumes from newly graduated college students looking for internships or starting positions at top firms. In order to make an impact with your potential employer, your resume has to stand out. Create Custom Resumes. Employers and recruiters will pay attention to every detail.

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CaseInterview.com

JANUARY 29, 2020

For example, recruiters will look at two identical resumes — one with a man’s name at the top, and another with a woman’s — and the male's resume will get more interviews. The key is to learn which forces shape gravitas and how you can redirect them to help your career.

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Management Consulted

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

Is my resume where it needs to be?” ” We offered to complete a Power Half Hour for Beau so we could share his process with you – and how we helped him along the way. We’ve got your resume to go through, and as I gather you have a whole bunch of questions about consulting. Commercial Pilot’s Resume.

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CaseInterview.com

OCTOBER 31, 2019

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. As the full time recruitment season in Autumn 2010 approached, I returned to your site and subscribed to your mailing list too. The Ultimate Guide to on How to Write a Perfect Consulting Resume.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 17, 2018

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. Craft exceptional application materials (Cover letter and Resume).

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Management Consulted

AUGUST 28, 2016

1) You’re making it easy for recruiters. McKinsey recruits MBA candidates for 2 reasons. #1, When you’re an MBA candidate at a target school, you’re already part of the recruiting pool. You’ve been automatically granted access to the secret recruiting system of the firm. 2) You’re demonstrating consulting skills.

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

If most other resources are like giving a fishing rod to a hungry man (or giving frameworks to a desperate consultant-to-be), yours is like teaching someone how to make his own fishing rod. I got a slight edge in the McKinsey recruiting process by accident. You never know really know how these decisions are made.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 10, 2022

If you are just starting out, you will find yourself editing your resume, preparing answers for experiential questions, and practicing business frameworks to use in the case interview. Attending a virtual office hour or recruiting event will net you some one-on-one time with a consultant or recruiter – another airplane test.

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Management Consulted

APRIL 9, 2017

You know how important your resume is in getting your foot in the door for an interview. Actually, your resume is all-powerful. The whole point of your resume is for the firm to see clearly and quickly what makes you special. If the resume doesn’t communicate this in 10 seconds or less, it’s not complete.

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Management Consulted

JANUARY 29, 2017

Have you missed the undergraduate recruitment window? So without further ado, we offer some tips on how to prepare for consulting right now. Didn’t make the break you expected this year for careers? But this is no time to go sulk in the corner or rest on your laurels!

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Management Consulted

JULY 10, 2016

It’s no secret McKinsey recruits PhD and APD level candidates, but the process is unique compared to the way the firm hires other candidates. We’re starting this article off assuming that you’ve already knocked some socks off during networking (see here ) and created a masterful resume and cover letter (see here ). *We’re

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Management Consulted

JUNE 10, 2009

“How do you maintain and continue to develop a network with recruiters, Analysts, MDs, etc. How can you make up for the lack of personal interaction?”. “If If you work overseas, how do you get to America in both office, transfer, and general recruiting networking?” We offer resume editing and interview prep.

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