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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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Unlocking a Career as a Marketing Consultant

Tom Spencer

Breaking into this potentially lucrative niche within the consulting industry is both a science and an art. This project sparked my interest in marketing & sales consulting, and provided me with directly relevant experience that will help me to apply and interview for jobs in the industry.

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Why Trying to Pivot to a Consulting Career through an Online MBA Might Not be the Best Idea

Tom Spencer

MBA consulting recruiting season starts every fall. I am commenting purely on recruiting for a post-MBA consulting position. When I talk to online MBA students, the first thing that strikes me is that they are unaware about industry dynamics. Behavioral and Case Interviews . The Consulting Career Landscape.

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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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The Consulting Bible – Dominate Your McKinsey, Bain and BCG Fit and Consulting Case Interviews

Management Consulted

Learn more about the interview preparation course and guide that helped land offers at BCG, Accenture, and McKinsey. Master fit questions, conquer case studies, and become the smartest interviewer in the room. Even though I’m in marketing, your advice is so pertinent to a variety of industries.”

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Boutique vs Large Consulting Firms

Tom Spencer

For me, I was fortunate to study at a Canadian business school and interacted with numerous small and large companies from a variety of industries. 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.

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Coronavirus & Consulting Offers

Tom Spencer

The UK has 3,500 known cases of the virus and London will probably be shut down in the next week, if not before. The travel and hospitality industries have been decimated, stock markets around the world have tanked, and governments struggle to combat this devil on so many fronts. Commerce has ground to a halt. Have a backup plan.