Consulting Matters

APRIL 6, 2023

During his time at Disney, Simon was interviewed by a journalist and stated that he saw himself in 10-15 years as the President and CEO of the Walt Disney World Resort and eventually the Chairman and CEO of the Walt Disney Company. His main focus is creating content once and using it to create multiple revenue streams.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 22, 2015

ARE you an aspiring management consultant? Over the coming months we will be posting about the consulting interview. In this post we look at the purpose of the consulting interview. The purpose of the consulting interview is twofold. Why do interviewers use the Airport Test? Two reasons.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 5, 2023

If you are a STEM major looking to go into technical consulting, whether at a large generalist firm or a small boutique one, you will likely need to draw upon your knowledge of digital tools and skills. However, some of the specific technical software you might use in graduate school may not be the same ones used in consulting.

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Consulting Matters

JULY 14, 2022

Sarah and I met in 2012 when she hired me to consult with her and the senior team at Wyndham Vacation Ownership on a massive org transformation project she was leading. She does it all through her ability to influence, which is an essential skill for consultants and coaches – both internal and external. That is not true!

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Consulting Matters

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In a captivating interview, we had the pleasure of hosting Meg Crofton, former President of Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts. She stresses the need to reframe insecurities to present ourselves effectively in interviews and the power of an outside perspective in balancing positional authority.

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Consulting Matters

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In a captivating interview, we had the pleasure of hosting Meg Crofton, former President of Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts. She stresses the need to reframe insecurities to present ourselves effectively in interviews and the power of an outside perspective in balancing positional authority.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 8, 2015

In this post I look at the stress interview. If you’re interviewing for consulting positions, then you may be subjected to one. The aim of the stress interview is to put you under pressure in order to see how you will react and whether you can calmly defend yourself. (Source: Flickr ). Stay calm, it’s only a test.

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Tom Spencer

DECEMBER 13, 2015

We have talked at length all year about consulting interviews, and in this post we provide three (3) thoughts on what to do after the interview comes to an end. Thank you email: It is a nice courtesy to send a short thank you email to your interviewer the day after your interview.

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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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Consulting Matters

JULY 21, 2022

I wanted Mark on the show as part of my "favorite executive series of all time" because I wanted him to share how he continued to use his sage archetype gifts as a C-Suite executive, which is usually comprised of more visionary/warrior types like former Disney COO Jim MacPhee who I interviewed in ep 40. Why You Need An Ideal Client Archetype.

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Consulting Matters

APRIL 21, 2022

She is a seasoned software turned career mentor to aspiring software consultants. On the surface, Jennifer's most logical business model was to start her own software consulting. Jennifer is great at mentoring other people, especially heart-centered, logical women, and equipping them for success as software consultants.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 6, 2015

Case questions form the cornerstone of the consulting interview, and reading this blog or reviewing the case prep resources listed below will not be sufficient preparation. Many experts recommend at least 30 mock case interviews with friends, classmates, contacts in the industry and anyone else who is willing to help.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 8, 2015

In consulting interviews, the interviewer is likely to ask questions based on your résumé with the aim of understanding your skills and experience. Prior to the interview, review your résumé and answers to the most likely questions. (Source: Flickr ). What skills is the firm you are applying for specifically looking for?

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Consulting Matters

AUGUST 4, 2022

Want a common sense, down-to-earth approach for developing leaders, growing organizations, and creating a profitable consulting or coaching business? Today I'm talking with Lee Cockerell, the former Executive Vice President of Operations for Walt Disney resort and currently a consultant, author, and speaker.

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Management Consulted

AUGUST 21, 2013

Andy had failed a case interview with one firm but had a confirmed chance with McKinsey London, and he didn’t want to walk away without the offer. It also represents an exciting new moment for us – the first in a series of video interviews we’ll be posting on the site. Jenny Rae: Hi Andy, how are you? Jenny Rae: Good.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 9, 2015

Behavioural interview questions are one type of question that you are likely to encounter in the consulting interview. For more information on consulting interviews, please download “ The HUB’s Guide to Consulting Interviews “ ]. (Source: Flickr ). Why should we hire you?

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Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Initially, I wanted to interview Jared because he has done a fantastic job carving out a unique position in the market as a specialized futurist. He has expertise that few consultants possess and creates amazing content, especially videos, that attract his ideal client. A blank slate allowed him to envision something he hadn't seen.

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Consulting Matters

MARCH 17, 2022

In our last interview, Roy and I had a powerful conversation about his journey from consulting business ownership back to corporate leadership to the coaching business he has now. In this interview, you'll hear: Why fear is not your enemy. If you missed it, watch it now. Why you need to create space to fail. Roy Bell [link].

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Consulting Matters

OCTOBER 6, 2022

In this interview, you'll hear: A better way to network that builds authentic relationships, regardless of your personality type. Big mistakes consultants and coaches make when networking. Links: Download my free guide on how to clarify and own your unique position in the crowded consulting and coaching market: [link].

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Successful Independent Consulting

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

As a self-employed consultant do you really need a website? I’m asked this a lot, particularly if a consultant gets most business from referrals or they contract through agencies or boutique firms. Indeed, I know dozens of independent consultants making six-figure incomes without one. If you don’t, keep reading!

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Consulting Matters

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Tune into this special interview where I'm in the hot seat! Links: Download my free guide on how to clarify and own your unique position in the crowded consulting and coaching market: [link]. Schedule a consult call to talk about what you need to do to get seen and paid as the expert you already are: [link].

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 25, 2015

If the interviewer has just given you some information then you can say something like “let me take a second to consider that information”. Ask the interviewer for help. For more information on consulting interviews, please download “ The HUB’s Guide to Consulting Interviews “ ].

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Management Consulted

FEBRUARY 5, 2009

Do you stumble when asked why you’d be a great consultant? 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. You’ll need every edge that you can get.

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Successful Independent Consulting

JANUARY 20, 2017

My company represents self-employed professionals across the country, and over the last seven years I have interviewed, coached, or worked with more than 200 independent management consultants. Conversely, I represent several consultants who are always in demand. Download sample worksheet.) Let’s look at some examples.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 11, 2022

So, you recently graduated high school, got into a top school, and now suddenly you are bombarded with talk about internships, clubs, top firms, consulting interviews, and more. All the case prep, interview practice, and networking in the world will be for naught if your resume lets you down. Build out your resume.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 15, 2015

ARE you preparing for consulting interviews? In this post we provide 10 tips for nailing the case interview, written in stone. When it comes to the case interview, preparation is crucial for three reasons: The interview process is extremely competitive. The case interview is practice for the real thing.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 12, 2015

In the consulting interview, your interviewer is likely to ask you the following straightforward question, “why consulting?”. The question is relevant for two reasons: Your interviewer is likely to ask it in the interview; and. Review your points before stepping into the interview. (Source: Flickr ).

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

In the consulting world, your resume is even more important. The top three consulting firms — McKinsey, Bain, and BCG — have acceptance rates of less than five percent during any given year. This goes to show just how important it is to write a strong resume when applying to be a consultant. First Name *.

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Consulting Matters

MAY 19, 2022

In this interview, you'll hear: How your purpose is constant, but the container can change. My mission is to help consultants and coaches monetize their best-at strengths and authentic passions to make a bigger difference in the world. Step Into Your Power As A Consultant And Coach with Jahaan Blake.

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Consulting Matters

MARCH 10, 2022

When Roy and I started working on his business build and brand several years ago, at the time, it made sense for Roy to leverage his process and system expertise as the foundation of his consulting business. In this interview, you'll hear: How Roy discovered himself to discover his business. So what changed? Roy Bell [link].

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CaseInterview.com

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Case Interview Dress Code. I often get questions about the dress code in a case interview. I cannot thank you enough for providing: The free case interview preparation videos on your blog. your frequent "insightful" emails sharing interview experience of other candidates. Question 1: I hope you are doing great!

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

In the consulting world, your resume is even more important. The top three consulting firms — McKinsey, Bain, and BCG — have acceptance rates of less than five percent during any given year. This goes to show just how important it is to write a strong resume when applying to be a consultant. First Name *.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 24, 2015

This process will involve presenting a structure for analysis, making a series of common-sense assumptions, and asking the interviewer clarifying questions. Ability to represent the firm. A case question is not intended to test your knowledge of a particular industry, but is designed instead to test your thinking process.

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Tom Spencer

JULY 1, 2015

For more information on consulting interviews, please download “ The HUB’s Guide to Consulting Interviews “ ]. Our recommendation is that the company should enter this new market because they will capture significant market share, face limited competition, and break even within 3 years.”.

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 5, 2015

AS an aspiring consultant, the purpose of networking is to gain industry contacts, learn about your target firms, and obtain names that you can use in your application cover letter (e.g. “I There are various ways to gain contacts prior to sending out your consulting applications. (Source: Flickr ).

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Consulting Matters

JULY 7, 2022

Do you want to know what executives in world-class companies think about leadership and why they hire consultants and coaches? I have worked on and off with Jim since 1999, first as his Organization Development Consultant at Disney and, more recently, as a sounding board when he retired from his 43-year career. Learn more.

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CaseInterview.com

OCTOBER 31, 2019

I interviewed with a number of top firms, and despite feeling well prepared, I wasn't invited to the next round. After much soul searching I discovered your website and watched your videos and downloaded LOMS. Your advice on how consultants think was excellent. Question: I wanted to thank you for your excellent resources.

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