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

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

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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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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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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Jacq Hackett Consulting

JUNE 28, 2018

There are days as a consultant when things are going wonderfully. And you pat yourself on the back for making such a smart decision by making the move to consultancy. I know that when you’re new to consulting this can feel uncomfortable, and I see many people avoid it and just soldier on. Your current projects are going well.

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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

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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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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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 14, 2016

Consulting is an appealing career choice for many graduates. Consultants have the potential to travel with work, network with Fortune 500 executives, earn six figure salaries, develop high-level transferable business skills, and benefit from lucrative exit opportunities. (Source: Flickr ). What’s not to like?

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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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Jacq Hackett Consulting

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

As a consultant, your working life now revolves around projects and one of your key roles is project manager. You need to become very good at this because poor project management skills will mean your consulting career is very short lived. Include a basic project plan in your consultancy proposal.

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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. Translation: change management for IT projects.

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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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Jacq Hackett Consulting

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

As a consultant, your working life now revolves around projects and one of your key roles is project manager. You need to become very good at this because poor project management skills will mean your consulting career is very short lived. Include a basic project plan in your consultancy proposal.

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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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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

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

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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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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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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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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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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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 28, 2016

Consulting” is a pretty general term, and doesn’t really give you a clear idea of what consultants actually do. The Oxford dictionary indicates that “to consult” means to “seek information or advice from someone (especially an expert)”. In other words, consultants are people who provide expert advice. (Source: Flickr ).

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018

Are you an aspiring management consultant? Management consulting is an industry that offers its professionals a range of attractive benefits such as the opportunity to solve challenging business problems, network with senior executives, receive a high salary, and gain access to attractive exit opportunities.

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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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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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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 13, 2014

Are you applying to consulting jobs in the good ol’ U.S. We have prepared a guidebook that profiles the most prominent consulting firms in America. You can download the guidebook here for free, no member sign-up required. Wanting to pursue prosperity, success and a better life? Are you faster than a speeding bullet?

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 29, 2015

IN this post we look at researching consulting firms. Researching consulting firms doesn’t just help you prepare your application and improve your interview performance, it will also help you decide whether you are really interested in pursuing a career in the consulting industry. Why, how and what should you research?

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 3, 2018

Are you applying for consulting jobs, or thinking about it? Fortunately, we have taken the time to put together 14 free consulting resources that you can download right now: Putting Your Application Documents Together. Guide to Management Consulting. Applications can be time consuming, and really difficult.

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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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Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Over the years there has been one particular roadblock that I watch both new and experienced consultants and coaches hit time and time again. Three Myths About Your Consulting and Coaching Value. Three Steps to Articulating Your Consulting and Coaching Value. The truth is, I hit the same roadblock when I first started.

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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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Tom Spencer

APRIL 10, 2016

The consulting industry provides many services and covers many industry sectors, and so the domain knowledge and expertise that a consultant needs will vary depending on the industry focus and services that the consultant actually provides. That being said, there are some generic skills that every consultant will need to have.

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