CaseInterview.com

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

What follows is a success story I received from a reader who transitioned from banking to consulting as an experienced hire. My background: 4 years as equity analyst, MBA, 5 years in banking in equity capital markets (IPOs and such). So as you can see, I had zero experience in consulting. Anyway, this is my story.

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Successful Independent Consulting

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Third, do some market-rate benchmarking to learn what other consultants are charging, or what clients are paying. Try doing a quick survey of similar consultants you know (maybe ask them to select from list of price ranges). Or search the internet: for example, “typical consultant rate for organizational design in San Francisco.”

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Successful Independent Consulting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

Do some market-rate benchmarking to learn what other consultants are charging, or what clients are paying. Try doing a quick survey of similar consultants you know (maybe ask them to select from list of price ranges). Or search the internet: for example, “typical consultant rate for organizational design in New York.”

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 2, 2023

LinkedIn is an often overlooked part of the management consulting application. LinkedIn is actually a key part of the management consulting application. The last thing you want is to be notified by LinkedIn that a consultant or partner has viewed your profile, only to receive a rejection letter the next day.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

In this short post, we will briefly explore how consulting firms work, the hierarchy within firms, the main types of firms, and a few ways to learn more about a particular firm as you chart your career path, prepare your applications, and get ready to matriculate into the consulting industry. How do Consulting Firms Work?

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 16, 2018

Before we dive into why AI is the solution for the banking sector, let’s first explore what big tech companies have in common, how many of them have grown successfully, and what banks can learn. Usage of AI in the Banking Sector. Table 1: AI applications across Canadian and US banks (Source: Financial Post, Techemergence).

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Business Consulting Agency

MAY 21, 2023

To ensure a smooth and successful entry into the US market, companies from other countries can leverage the expertise of business consultants and US market entry consulting services. Explore in detail how consultants can assist companies in entering the US market. According to Statista, the US consumer market was valued at $14.97

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Business Consulting Agency

MAY 23, 2023

That’s where business startup consultants and their expertise through consulting services play a pivotal role. Learn how working with a business startup consultant can significantly improve the chances of success in a startup venture. Unleashing business startup success with startup consultants.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 28, 2022

If you are just getting into the space of consulting, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure where to begin. Google search “case interview walkthroughs” to find expert consultants running through case practice interviews. developing equations to solve for X. Get familiar with the format. Practice cases. I highly recommend it!

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Consulting Matters

DECEMBER 7, 2018

After 10+ years of running my own consulting practice, you can bet that I made my fair share of mistakes. Along with my mistakes, I will also be sharing my hard earned best practices so that you can accelerate the growth of your consulting practice. MISTAKE #1: WASTING MONEY ON A BROCHURE WEBSITE. When I started out, money was tight.

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Business Consulting Agency

MAY 28, 2023

This is where business startup consultants and consulting services come into play, providing professional guidance and expertise to simplify the process. Working with business consultants significantly benefits entrepreneurs and investors, making the path to business ownership more accessible and rewarding.

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Tom Spencer

OCTOBER 31, 2020

No one enjoys being turned down, especially in the case of a consulting role where a lot of preparation is required. Fortunately, a top management consulting firm is not the end all and be all. Fortunately, a top management consulting firm is not the end all and be all. In order to do this, you can follow what I call the R.I.R

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Tsavo Neal

MARCH 7, 2018

In this episode, you’ll learn… The most important lessons Jim has learned 30 years in the consulting business. How to build a system for attracting a steady stream of consulting clients. Why cold calling/cold emailing is the WORST marketing tactic for your consulting — and what to do instead.

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Consulting Matters

DECEMBER 7, 2018

After 10+ years of running my own consulting practice, you can bet that I made my fair share of mistakes. Along with my mistakes, I will also be sharing my hard earned best practices so that you can accelerate the growth of your consulting practice. MISTAKE #1: WASTING MONEY ON A BROCHURE WEBSITE. When I started out, money was tight.

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Consulting Matters

JUNE 22, 2023

Through her vivid explanations and personal journey, Sarah will empower you to harness the Enneagram's unique approach to understanding motives and behaviors in order to break free from your comfort zone and take big risks in your consulting and coaching journey.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 21, 2021

Looking back to consulting recruiting in graduate school, I always think about how interesting it was that so much of the conversation among candidates was about getting an offer from a top consulting firm. Yet, I don’t remember many conversations about succeeding within a consulting firm after joining. Skills the firm values.

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Management Consulted

APRIL 2, 2017

We’re continuing our Top 10 Consulting Firms series this week by focusing our expert eye on the Middle East. Ask any consultant about the Middle East, and Booz (now Strategy&) will be the first name on their lips! Currently, Strategy& does major public (read: government) consulting work outside the U.S.

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CaseInterview.com

MARCH 21, 2019

Sometimes, when struggling through yet another case interview practice , candidates might wonder: "Why consulting again?" Below is a recap of four key reasons management consulting provides a truly differentiated career opportunity. Generally, as the higher the prestige of a given consulting firm, the greater these benefits.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 31, 2021

One of the most mentioned career paths after graduating from Harvard is consulting. It is one of the few industries, apart from investment banking, that is a stereotype for every graduating class, and people start preparing for it from freshman year through joining multiple consulting clubs on campus. Exit Opportunities.

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Leadership Vision Consulting

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Leadership Development often takes a one-size-fits-all approach, overlooking individual nuances. Bob Erickson, retired EVP of US Bank, highlights the importance of a tailored, human-centric leadership model, emphasizing key traits to foster empowered, cohesive teams. Merely being skilled doesn't equate to effective leadership.

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Consulting Matters

AUGUST 12, 2020

What services do I offer my consulting clients? If so, you're gonna love today's training on how to design consulting offers.that convert. Creating great offers that will attract and impress your consulting clients starts with falling in love with your consulting clients and serving them to the best of your ability.

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Management Consulted

MAY 28, 2017

Have we got a treat for you today, as we highlight up-and-coming software consulting firm Bulger Partners. What makes Bulger Partners even more unique among consulting firms is the fact that the firm houses Strategy Consulting and Investment Banking arms under the same roof, and even has a small PE fund. BULGER PARTNERS.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 18, 2020

Since graduation, I have had the pleasure of working for both a boutique and a large strategy consulting firm and wanted to share my insights on the differences in: Undergraduate recruiting. Typically, large consulting firms are diversified across industry groups and functional areas. Projects and client types. Workplace culture.

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Successful Independent Consulting

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Photo 50727473 / Piggy Bank © David Franklin | Dreamstime.com. Do some market-rate benchmarking to learn what other consultants are charging, or what clients are paying. Try doing a quick survey of similar consultants you know (maybe ask them to select from list of price ranges). for year one, $165 for year two, and $172.50

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 28, 2019

You’ve passed your interviews and you’re now a consultant. Being a consultant is a constant challenge and struggle. It will never be “easy,” but if it were, you would not grow and develop. The below 25 tips are what every consultant learns – some faster than others – while on the job. The essentials. The practical stuff.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 13, 2018

You’ve passed your interviews and you’re now a consultant. Being a consultant is a constant challenge and struggle. It will never be “easy,” but if it were, you would not grow and develop. The below 25 tips are what every consultant learns – some faster than others – while on the job. The essentials. The practical stuff.

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Consulting Handbook Case Interview Development 84

Management Consulted

OCTOBER 3, 2012

Last week we held an MC exclusive subscriber giveaway contest – entrants told us in 200 words or less how they became interested in consulting. The prize for best answer was a FREE Consulting Case Bank and The Consulting Bible 3rd edition – a HUGE giveaway – so we weren’t surprised when we heard from so many of you.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Many management consultants hardly complete two or three years in their jobs before they realize that there’s more to life than consulting. Some consultants leave for personal reasons, because they want to start a family or spend more time with their loved ones. Corporate development. Corporate Development.

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

For instance, a bank might launch a property search platform where it advertises its mortgages, such as the property search site hosted by the Commonwealth Bank of Australia. Consultants are understandably eager to stay at the forefront of these ecosystem developments.

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Management Consulted

MAY 25, 2014

GALLUP CONSULTING INTERVIEWS AND CULTURE. With a name that evokes the Wild Wild West, Gallup Consulting just sounds like a fun place to work. Enjoy reading about the dynamic history and impressive practices of Gallup Consulting. KEY STATS FOR GALLUP CONSULTING. Gallup Consulting Website. GALLUP CONSULTING HISTORY.

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Management Consulted

JULY 22, 2013

In our last post, we discussed 5 major differences between 2 prominent types of consulting. From the variety of work and access to C-level executives to the wide array of exit opportunities, strategy operations consulting far surpassed financial advisory consulting as our recommended career to pursue. Missed part one?

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 29, 2021

Being a business consultant is one of the most challenging and rewarding jobs you can have. The path to becoming a successful business consultant is not going to be the same for everyone. Many others find their way into consulting as a part-time “side-hustle”. This post will share 5 tips on how to get started. Find Your Niche.

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Successful Independent Consulting

MAY 15, 2017

This article covers two sides of the same coin for independent consultants: how to set up your business for success and what expenses to track to pay less tax. Note: I know many established independent consultants who could benefit from this info! They're interrelated. Let’s tackle the tax question first.

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Successful Independent Consulting

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Do some market-rate benchmarking to learn what other consultants are charging, or what clients are paying. Try doing a quick survey of similar consultants you know (maybe ask them to select from list of price ranges). Or search the internet: for example, “typical consultant rate for organizational design in New York.”

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 27, 2018

Currently, a trusted third party like a bank,lawyer or a government body is required to validate transactions, such as a legal contract or a financial transaction. The need to safely store cryptocurrencies has given rise to the concept of hardware wallets, currently being developed by Nano S and Blockchain Mind.

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Tom Spencer

OCTOBER 16, 2021

Knowing the ins and outs of upcoming trends in finance is indispensable for any aspiring consultant. Green finance is any structured financial activity that funds the development of green projects, minimises the environmental impact of ongoing ones, or both.

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Tom Spencer

JULY 29, 2022

The goal of compensation teams is to develop competitive compensation packages to recruit and retain strong talent. Learning and Development. Learning and development teams organize company onboarding and continuous education programs with this in mind. People Advisory Type Consulting. Compensation.

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