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The Impact of AI on the Management Consulting Industry

Tom Spencer

Consulting, like many other industries, is under threat from artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). AI refers to a range of technologies that allow computers (or robots) to perform tasks commonly associated with intelligent beings.

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How to Become a Better Mentor

Tom Spencer

The benefit of going through this channel is that you are paired with someone who has similar university experience to you and is also interested in pursuing a career in your industry. Recently, I joined an organization focused on connecting students and job seekers with professionals across a multitude of industries from around the world.

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Consulting Networking: 6 Best Practice Guidelines

Tom Spencer

One of the more memorable parts of the consulting recruiting process was witnessing people attempting to network with consulting firms. What can inspire a more productive conversation with a consultant or recruiter is helping them understand how you might be an asset to the firm. Referral to a recruiter.

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Brews, News and Booz & Company: Interview and Culture Insights

Management Consulted

You created not just a firm, but an industry we are all now proud of. He began by helping firms recruit competent executives, acquire new customers, and establish conducive office space. After 2 years, he recruited 2 friends from Chicago and formed the Business Research and Development Company with $500 borrowed from the bank.

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Gig economy 2020: The new revolution

QEmploy

The cryptocurrency developed by Facebook and back up by the Libra Association (made up of leaders in industries ranging from finance and technology to non-profits). Gownder, moving the workforce from repetitive tasks to jobs that require a higher level of creativity or emotional intelligence and putting an accent on social intelligence also.

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The Importance of a First Impression

Tom Spencer

Make sure you put your “emotional intelligence” hat on and gauge where the conversation is going. This includes understanding each firms’ core industries and service offerings. There is no second chance. Unfortunately, the reality is that you only get one chance to get it right.

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2016 Top 10 U.S. MBA programs for Management Consulting

Management Consulted

The Class of 2015 had a full 35% of its graduates accept offers in the consulting field, and Kellogg has become a hot recruiting spot across top firms – but especially for McKinsey. Kellogg has also recently placed a focus on recruiting more women in to its program, and women made up 35% of the Class of 2015.