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I recently received an email from a reader about being rejected by Boston Consulting Group and how he could have better answered the case interview question he was given to help him practice for his next interview with Bain. The case interview question he was given was this: A trucking company in China had GM as their main client and had heard rumors that the contract wasn't going to be renewed, the trucking company wanted to know whether to do anything about this. MORE
What I’m going to do in this post is to give two examples of conclusions to the same case interview: one okay conclusion and one great conclusion. This article focuses on how to conclude well in your case interview. It is part 2 of a 3 part series. If you haven’t read part 1 yet, what I would do is pause reading and look at the following link , which covers four great tips on how to improve your conclusion. MORE
As related to the Applied Behavioral Science in the Digital Age course that I have been developing, I am creating a casebook that covers examples based on the real world, such as sample websites, app designs, email campaigns, and customer journeys with ideas about how to evaluate such designs though the lens of behavioral science. MORE
The UK government, for example, created a whole department devoted to formulating policy influenced by the theory. Nudge Theory , first formulated by the Nobel Laureate Richard Thaler , is part of a relatively new field called behavioral economics, which believes that subtle conditioning and small environmental changes can actually have a profound impact on the behavior of individuals and groups. MORE
Smart retailers know that consumers expect omnichannel experiences. Even smarter retailers understand that the omnichannel goal posts continue to move. Retailers must balance business objectives with the flexibility to adapt to new customer expectations and industry trends. Here are the key trends that define omnichannel experiences today and in the near future. A few years ago, an omnichannel experience meant displaying the same deal across a brand’s website, app, and store and allowing cus MORE
Learning what other companies did to acquire firms in developing economies may help U.S. companies be more successful in their own M&A efforts MORE
If the year 2020 has taught us anything, it has taught us that the future is uncertain. Strategic planning scenario planning risk management Planning for the future MORE
I've had several requests to provide an example of a case involving the Capacity Change Framework as described in my case interview frameworks article. Before I provide the example and walk through how to solve it, let me start by providing some context. The perfect example of this is the airline industry. So for example, if United Airlines goes out of business, what happens to prices for airline tickets -- American Airlines wants to know! MORE
An example of this is the McKinsey Problem Solving Test which evaluates your data sufficiency skills (among others). For example, maybe Volvo brakes don't work so you crash all the time, but the Volvo body frame construction and airbags are excellent. One of the skills that's being tested during a case interview is something I call data sufficiency. Basically, you have a bunch of data and the question is do you have ENOUGH data to make a particular conclusion. MORE
The post Buyer Fever – An Example appeared first on Martinka Consulting. We all get it, actually many times. It could be something simple like a gym membership (those 20 pounds will melt off), a bit more involved like a car (I sure look cool in this red car), or even a house (wow, what a kitchen). When buyer fever hits about a business it can be trouble. I’ve seen my share of buyers with the fever, and it usually comes back to haunt them. MORE
The post Case Study Samples: Video Examples With Answers appeared first on Management Consulted. Looking for sample case study interviews with answers? Look no further! In this article, we’re walking you through some of the best case study samples on the web. MORE
The example below is related to the Behavioral Science Casebook project and is intended to be used for educational purposes and helping both students and working professionals to think about digital designs and customer experiences using behavioral science concepts. MORE
I came across a really interesting example of using the 80/20 rule to learn a new hobby of mine — songwriting. For example, take a song like Adele’s "Rolling in the Deep." One of my favorite interests is to apply the 80/20 rule to everyday life. In consulting work, we’re constantly trying to do the most critical 20% of the possible work to yield 80% of the results or insights. MORE
Here are some examples: AIG Behavioral Science Team. Here are some firms and practice groups in the behavioral science and economics space: Behavioral Insights Team – Home – Behavioural Insights Team. BEworks – Home – BEworks. BeSmart at Boston Consulting Group. BVA: BVA : BVA Nudge Unit. The Decision Lab – The Decision Lab – Behavioral Science, Applied. Disclosure: I am formally an advisor there). Digitai – Digitai (Disclosure: I work there). MORE
Here's a list of Case Interview Questions that I've received as a candidate. Keep in mind the interview format (especially for McKinsey) has evolved since the time I went through it as a candidate. How much time does it take to relocated an average size mountain 10 miles using an average size dump truck? McKinsey Case. Your client is a $300 million a year copper mining company. This year it has lost $50 million. How do you turn it around? Oliver Wyman Case. MORE
Template & Example) is a post from: Consulting Success. If you want to get consulting clients, an independent consultant resume WON’T help you as much as you think. Does the following scenario sound familiar? MORE
Management Consulting Resume Management Consulting Resume Examples That Actually Passed The Consulting Resume A-Z article gave you all the basic knowledge needed. In this article, I will show you a great consulting resume sample that actually went on to the next rounds … Management Consulting Resume Examples That Actually Passed Read More » The post Management Consulting Resume Examples That Actually Passed appeared first on Management Consulting Prep. MORE
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Early in my career at a seminar the facilitators talked about “leading by example.” Over time, I noticed that managers often had a glazed look in their eyes when I would say to “lead by example.” Leading by Example Assessment. MORE
The post Case Interview Examples: Master List appeared first on Management Consulted. The case interview is the biggest challenge consulting candidates must overcome to receive an offer. Most aspiring consultants are coveting an offer from the likes of McKinsey, Bain, BCG, and Deloitte. Though some are blessed with the innate talent to … Continue Reading. Case Interview MORE
The post Case Interview Examples appeared first on Management Consulting Prep. Where to find case interview? Must-be this article. Case Interview General MORE
MECE case framework example is great for understanding how to be MECE during your case interview. The post MECE Case Framework Example appeared first on Management Consulted. You must be able to structure your case in a way that demonstrates to your interviewer than you understand how to be mutual exclusive … Continue Reading. Case Interview MORE
So how to stand out from a … Ultimate Management Consulting CV Guide And Example Read More » The post Ultimate Management Consulting CV Guide And Example appeared first on Management Consulting Prep It seems like writing consulting CV is the “easier” part of the recruiting process ‘cause we have all the time in the world to do it. But make no mistake about it. Everybody else also has that luxury and that makes the bar for your CV extremely high. MORE
IMF head Christine Lagarde has flip-flopped twice on the impact of Brexit. Ahead of the vote on Brexit, IMF head … Continue reading → Economics MORE
The post MECE Framework: Case Interview Example appeared first on Management Consulted. The Mutually Exhaustive Collectively Exhaustive (MECE) framework is an important problem structuring principle that consultants use to organize data efficiently and comprehensively. In this article, we will cover how to utilize MECE in a case interview setting. To watch a video … Continue Reading. Case Interview case interviews consulting interviews MORE
Management Consulting Resume Cover Letter for Management Consulting: The Complete Writing Guide and Examples Every year, big 3 consulting firms McKinsey, BCG, and Bain (MBB) receive a million applications and reject more than 80% of them even before interviews. MORE
Fortunately, a simple question evokes greater self-awareness and actionable insights than the typical 360 degree review: How do you lead by example? For one, it non-judgmentally presumes people already lead by — and thus set — good examples; for another, it pushes leaders to think harder about how others interpret their behavior. In over 15 years of asking, no one has ever said they can’t, don’t, or won’t lead by example. MORE
Give me an example of a good product and not so good product. The browser extension automatically highlights grammar errors as the user types in a browser application, like Gmail for example. It shows examples of how to correct mistakes. For example, help with structuring content, checking the logical flow of the writing, proposing layouts and designs, suggesting images that complement the copy, and the creation of slides for a presentation. Question. MORE
They fall under three categories: the environment you create, the expectations that you have, and the example your choices and actions set. As an employee, I’ve seen this happen many times, but my favorite example comes from Fried and his co-author, David Heinemeier Hansson, in their book about productivity, It Doesn’t Have to be Crazy at Work : “It takes great restraint as the leader not to keep lobbing ideas at everyone else. Examples. MORE
Listening to Bain full case interview examples can really help one prepare for their own case interview. In listening or watching this case example, you might be like our candidate, who listens often and thinks it’s pretty straight forward. MORE
The lunch you’re catering at the wedding of a friend next week—who’s it for? It might be for the bride, because it’s her special day, so you should make food she likes. It might be for the guests, because they’re the guests, and so you should make something universally appreciated, the way you’d cook for a Super Bowl party. It might be a chance to have an audience for your food, so you can cook to impress. MORE
” And we’ve included examples of real consulting businesses for each type. If you’re looking for real examples of consulting and to learn how they work, you’ll find this post. Interested in the different types of consulting and consulting businesses? MORE
He did it by leading by example. The Negative Impact of Not Leading by Example. I have discovered that managers, who do not lead by example as described above, generally don’t build strong, high performing teams. Nelson Mandela’s Definition of Leading by Example. MORE
The following is an example of a real-life case a student received and my advice on how to go about solving the case step by step. Blog Case Interview Articles Case Interview Frameworks case interview examples case interview frameworks case interview sample sample case interviewsQuestion: I have a question regarding a case I had in an interview with AT Kearney last month. MORE
Here is an interesting video regarding the effects of Obamacare on all the employees at at Simonetta''s auto repair shop in Pennsylvania. The video was made by a local TV station. A couple premiums dropped, but most went up, some by huge amounts. In every case deductibles soared. Every person involved is worse off than before. MORE
For example, you could state how you developed a quality management system that resulted in lower production costs, from $40 per unit to $30 per unit (or something similar). Resume Example. Here is an example resume that highlights the tips I’ve mentioned. Reference this example as you create your resume to make sure that you hit all of the important sections. MORE
As related to the Applied Behavioral Science in the Digital Age course that I have been developing, I am creating a casebook that covers examples based on the real world, such as sample websites, app designs, email campaigns, and customer journeys with ideas about how to evaluate such designs though the lens of behavioral science. MORE
If you’re writing articles without real-world, contemporary examples to which the reader can relate, you’re merely writing conceptual pieces which aren’t going to persuade prospects. Think of all those awful college professors who merely read their notes and pontificated. You were obligated to take their classes, and you were paying them. No one is obligated to hire and pay you. Business of Consulting MORE
For example, when I was given this question. I wrote out this example fairly quickly and hopefully I did not make a math mistake. This article provides the answer to this estimation question. The process and rational I use to answer this specific estimation question can be used as a template to practice answering other estimation questions as you prepare for case interviews. MORE
EXAMPLE CONSULTING WEBSITE: David C. EXAMPLE: Whizard Strategy. EXAMPLE: Val Geisler. In this consulting website example, notice the buttons. The post 3 Things Your Consulting Website MUST Do In 2019 (Checklist & Examples) appeared first on Tsavo Neal. “Designers/marketers have no idea what a website should do for a consultant.”. If you’re struggling to find a marketer or designer who understands what your consulting website should do, you’re not alone. MORE
The post Ultimate Management Consulting CV Guide And Example appeared first on Management Consulting Prep. It seems like writing consulting CV is the “easier” part of the recruiting process ‘cause we have all the time in the world to do it. But make no mistake. Consulting Resume MORE
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I've had several requests to provide an example of a case involving the Capacity Change Framework as described in my case interview frameworks article. Before I provide the example and walk through how to solve it, let me start by providing some context. The perfect example of this is the airline industry. So for example, if United Airlines goes out of business, what happens to prices for airline tickets -- American Airlines wants to know!
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Here are some examples: AIG Behavioral Science Team. Here are some firms and practice groups in the behavioral science and economics space: Behavioral Insights Team – Home – Behavioural Insights Team. BEworks – Home – BEworks. BeSmart at Boston Consulting Group. BVA: BVA : BVA Nudge Unit. The Decision Lab – The Decision Lab – Behavioral Science, Applied. Disclosure: I am formally an advisor there). Digitai – Digitai (Disclosure: I work there).
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He did it by leading by example. The Negative Impact of Not Leading by Example. I have discovered that managers, who do not lead by example as described above, generally don’t build strong, high performing teams. Nelson Mandela’s Definition of Leading by Example.
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For example, when I was given this question. I wrote out this example fairly quickly and hopefully I did not make a math mistake. This article provides the answer to this estimation question. The process and rational I use to answer this specific estimation question can be used as a template to practice answering other estimation questions as you prepare for case interviews.
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I came across a really interesting example of using the 80/20 rule to learn a new hobby of mine — songwriting. For example, take a song like Adele’s "Rolling in the Deep." One of my favorite interests is to apply the 80/20 rule to everyday life. In consulting work, we’re constantly trying to do the most critical 20% of the possible work to yield 80% of the results or insights.
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So how to stand out from a … Ultimate Management Consulting CV Guide And Example Read More » The post Ultimate Management Consulting CV Guide And Example appeared first on Management Consulting Prep It seems like writing consulting CV is the “easier” part of the recruiting process ‘cause we have all the time in the world to do it. But make no mistake about it. Everybody else also has that luxury and that makes the bar for your CV extremely high.
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I recently received an email from a reader about being rejected by Boston Consulting Group and how he could have better answered the case interview question he was given to help him practice for his next interview with Bain. The case interview question he was given was this: A trucking company in China had GM as their main client and had heard rumors that the contract wasn't going to be renewed, the trucking company wanted to know whether to do anything about this.
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What I’m going to do in this post is to give two examples of conclusions to the same case interview: one okay conclusion and one great conclusion. This article focuses on how to conclude well in your case interview. It is part 2 of a 3 part series. If you haven’t read part 1 yet, what I would do is pause reading and look at the following link , which covers four great tips on how to improve your conclusion.
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For example, you could state how you developed a quality management system that resulted in lower production costs, from $40 per unit to $30 per unit (or something similar). Resume Example. Here is an example resume that highlights the tips I’ve mentioned. Reference this example as you create your resume to make sure that you hit all of the important sections.
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Give me an example of a good product and not so good product. The browser extension automatically highlights grammar errors as the user types in a browser application, like Gmail for example. It shows examples of how to correct mistakes. For example, help with structuring content, checking the logical flow of the writing, proposing layouts and designs, suggesting images that complement the copy, and the creation of slides for a presentation. Question.
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An example of this is the McKinsey Problem Solving Test which evaluates your data sufficiency skills (among others). For example, maybe Volvo brakes don't work so you crash all the time, but the Volvo body frame construction and airbags are excellent. One of the skills that's being tested during a case interview is something I call data sufficiency. Basically, you have a bunch of data and the question is do you have ENOUGH data to make a particular conclusion.
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The UK government, for example, created a whole department devoted to formulating policy influenced by the theory. Nudge Theory , first formulated by the Nobel Laureate Richard Thaler , is part of a relatively new field called behavioral economics, which believes that subtle conditioning and small environmental changes can actually have a profound impact on the behavior of individuals and groups.
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They fall under three categories: the environment you create, the expectations that you have, and the example your choices and actions set. As an employee, I’ve seen this happen many times, but my favorite example comes from Fried and his co-author, David Heinemeier Hansson, in their book about productivity, It Doesn’t Have to be Crazy at Work : “It takes great restraint as the leader not to keep lobbing ideas at everyone else. Examples.
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Here is an interesting video regarding the effects of Obamacare on all the employees at at Simonetta''s auto repair shop in Pennsylvania. The video was made by a local TV station. A couple premiums dropped, but most went up, some by huge amounts. In every case deductibles soared. Every person involved is worse off than before.
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Fortunately, a simple question evokes greater self-awareness and actionable insights than the typical 360 degree review: How do you lead by example? For one, it non-judgmentally presumes people already lead by — and thus set — good examples; for another, it pushes leaders to think harder about how others interpret their behavior. In over 15 years of asking, no one has ever said they can’t, don’t, or won’t lead by example.
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