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Fight Ageism, Fuel Growth with Inclusive Hiring & Retention

Harmonious Workplaces

In 2022, at the age of 46, I interviewed for a marketing executive position with a tool manufacturer. After five or so interviews, the hiring manager stated that they wanted a “digital native.” The interview ended. I interviewed with several members of the team, including the parent of one of the executives.

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How to Handle Rejection from a Consulting Firm

Tom Spencer

To secure a final round interview at Bain, you would have to be in the top 3% of applicants for that office. No one enjoys being turned down, especially in the case of a consulting role where a lot of preparation is required. The key thing to do after a rejection is to reflect on the interview process and ask for feedback.

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Consultant Profiles Series: Billy Gerhard

Tom Spencer

I do feel that PhDs are very comfortable with data-heavy cases, since we have been around data for four or five years. Obviously 2020 is very different than years past, but can you describe what a typical day looks like at BCG? What is your best piece of advice for the recruiting and hiring process?

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A.T. Kearney Interview & Culture

Management Consulted

KEARNEY INTERVIEW AND CULTURE. 1997 – First Global Prize, an annual business school case study competition for potential recruits, awarded. Kearney inspiring Vision 2020 video here. KEARNEY INTERVIEWS AND RECRUITING. The interview process at A.T. Kearney is impressive on multiple fronts.

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Consulting Applications – Preparation is key to success

Tom Spencer

Researching early is key so that you are well informed before the application windows open, especially as many firms recruit on a rolling basis. Application process: There is an extensive online form with more stages to follow, including interviews, tests, and assessment centres. Examples include 2020 Delivery and Solon.

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We May Not Have a Clear Path, But We Each Have One

Harmonious Workplaces

I also handled recruitment, payroll, inventory management, and other store operations. In 2001, Michael hired a no-name like me after an informational interview to become the Associate Marketing Director for GIA Publications. In 2020, I enrolled at Purdue Global to begin my academic journey in I-O Psychology.

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Conversation with 2020 Delivery

Tom Spencer

2020 Delivery is a management consultancy committed to improving public services and bringing about lasting change within public sector organisations. I recently had the good fortune to talk briefly with Mike Meredith who is a Director at 2020 Delivery, and leads the firm’s people development function.