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How Taekwon-Do Prepared Me for Consulting Interviews

Tom Spencer

Thus, preparing for these events requires long-term planning plus the ability to break down larger goals into smaller tasks. While preparing, I must perfect my techniques, adjust my weight for my sparring category, strengthen my hands and feet for board breaking, and fundraise for travel costs. A Hard-Earned Victory.

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From the Bench and Bedside to the Boardrooms (How to transition from academia into consulting, Part 1 of 2)

Tom Spencer

Make sure you take time to find who the recruiting contacts are for your region of the country or even your specific school and be comfortable reaching out to those individuals. If you happen to attend a non-target school then the next best thing would be to attend a virtual recruiting and case interview workshop.

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Job Hub: Virgin Group Jobs and Culture

Management Consulted

This group has a startling 300 companies in its portfolio in sectors ranging from travel, telecommunications, health, financial services, leisure, music, space travel, and renewable energy. The group’s travel-related operations, led by 51%-owned Virgin Atlantic Airways, are among its largest cash generators.

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Analysis Group Interviews and Culture

Management Consulted

Having Analysis Group on your resume communicates a brand that conveys intelligence and a driven, high-performing nature. ANALYSIS GROUP INTERVIEWS AND RECRUITING. About half of Analysis Group’s recruitment come from its presence on various campuses, with another large portion coming from online applications. Target Schools.

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Simon-Kucher & Partners Interviews & Culture

Management Consulted

Transportation, Travel & Tourism. Travel is unavoidable at Simon-Kucher. One downside to working at Simon-Kucher is that despite what the firm will tell you in recruiting pitches and presentations, it is still mainly a pricing firm, despite its emphasis on touting its strategy credentials. Distribution & Wholesale.

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Management Consulting versus Investment Banking

Management Consulted

Consulting compensates with perks that banking does not offer – from better travel allowances to more generous health and retirement packages. Consultants – depending on firm – travel anywhere from 25-75% of their time. Consultants – depending on firm – travel anywhere from 25-75% of their time.

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7 Networking Mistakes to Avoid

Tom Spencer

When it comes to recruiting the three big criteria are: networking, application package (cover letter, resume, and transcript), and interview. Networking styles and results can vary so much from person to person, as well as by the nature of the event you are attending. The smoother it is, the better. Poor body language.