Harvard Business

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

When interviewing for a new job, anticipating and preparing answers in writing to the most common situational questions — such as how you solved a big problem, aligned stakeholders on a project, influenced someone to think a different way, worked with difficult personalities, or met a tight deadline — will ensure your answers are crisp and clear.

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Management Consulted

JUNE 3, 2021

A Deloitte Federal case interview is given to candidates applying to the firm’s public sector-focused practice area, known as Deloitte Federal Government Services. Like the commercial arm of Deloitte Consulting, Deloitte Federal uses case interviews to assess a candidate’s problem-solving… Read Article.

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

It’s a chance to help your interviewer better understand your motivations while highlighting what you’re looking for long term. If you’re one of the many job hoppers struggling to explain the multiple roles you’ve held in the past, there are a few ways to approach this predicament.

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Harvard Business

OCTOBER 9, 2024

If you’re being called in for interviews but don’t get the job, it’s possible that something you’re doing is raising red flags, causing the interviewer to question your suitability for the position. Use these tips to support your interview preparation and have a better chance at getting an offer.

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Tom Spencer

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Consulting case interviews are a critical part of the hiring process for many top consulting firms. Preparing for these interviews can be daunting, but with the right strategies and mindset, you can overcome this challenging hurdle. This could be a fellow applicant or a mentor who has experience with case interviews.

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Management Consulted

AUGUST 2, 2020

A question we frequently get from readers is, “Where should I start if I have no experience with case studies or case interviews?” The post No Case Interview Experience? It’s a great question, and we’re all too happy to provide a list of recommendations. If you’ve… Read Article.

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Harvard Business

JUNE 7, 2024

Designing an inclusive interview process for disabled people and people with different learning styles both widens the talent pool and creates a more equitable workplace.

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Harvard Business

MARCH 4, 2024

It’s often easier for interviewers to connect with candidates who have similar backgrounds, pedigrees, credentials, or perspectives. As organizations experiment with new ways to attract and retain underrepresented talent, the job interview dynamic merits further attention.

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Management Consulted

OCTOBER 2, 2020

The fit interview is like a behavioral interview for the consulting industry. Within that, there are distinct fit interview question types a candidate should be aware of. Today, we’re sharing about 3 types of fit interview questions. The direct questions,… Read Article.

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Harvard Business

MARCH 12, 2024

A conversation with author Anna Papalia on a new way to approach interviews.

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Harvard Business

MAY 16, 2025

A minor process change had major ramifications for who got hired—and how managers felt about HR’s involvement.

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Management Consulted

MAY 28, 2021

Chances are, if you talk to anybody preparing for consulting interviews, you won’t hear much about the fit interview. But the case interview? So, if the cultural fit interview performance is 50% of your final interview score, why… Read Article. Almost guaranteed.

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Effective Managers

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Skill Assessments and Interviews : Utilize skill assessments and structured interviews to evaluate the capabilities of potential and current employees. This analysis should include not only the necessary skills and qualifications but also the behavioral traits and cultural fit needed.

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Harvard Business

JANUARY 28, 2025

The questions to ask to increase the odds of hiring the right person for the job.

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Harvard Business

MAY 9, 2022

The job interview process is a chance for you to learn about yourself, too.

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Harvard Business

JANUARY 10, 2025

Against this backdrop, employee learning and development is more critical than ever yet a recent report from LinkedIn and a series of interviews with 25 CLOs suggest that learning professionals dont always feel aligned with their organizations strategic priorities.

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Management Consulted

AUGUST 30, 2022

The PwC case interview is one of the most intellectually demanding interviews you will encounter at top-tier consulting companies. Part of what makes PwC interviews difficult is that you must drive the case! The post PwC Case Interview appeared first on Management Consulted.

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Management Consulted

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Group case interviews are all the rage as firms like EY expand their use in the consulting interview process. Case interviews are the dreaded and most challenging parts of a consulting interview, but they are typically conducted in a one-on-one… Read Article.

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Harvard Business

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The top 10 most-read articles from HBR in 2024 range in topics, including answering a tricky interview question, A/B testing hybrid work arrangements, the new rules of executive presence, and leadership lessons from retired quarterback Tom Brady.

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Management Consulted

DECEMBER 3, 2021

The post Accenture Interviews, Culture, and Careers appeared first on Management Consulted. In it, Accenture’s Caroline Dudley and Rizzalyn Burke get real, sharing candidly from their experience with the firm. Listen for an insider look… Read Article.

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Consultants Mind

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Listen to interview podcasts We can all agree that mentors are great. Please find a running Spotify playlist of 40+ favorite interview podcasts. They have the wisdom that comes from experience. They’ve seen it before and they can save us the trouble and the heartache of their own mistakes. This can be everyone.

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Harvard Business

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Research a survey of 109 CEOs of major Canadian organizations, complemented by in-depth qualitative interviews with 46 of them suggests six strategies for alleviating loneliness that leaders can employ.

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Management Consulted

JUNE 5, 2023

IQVIA, the leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services, is renowned for its top-notch talent and… Read Article The post IQVIA Interview: Secrets to Landing Your Dream Job appeared first on Management Consulted.

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Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

A step-by-step guide to help you craft a winning answer.

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Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Research and interviews with people who have taken gap years demonstrate its promise, and practical advice about the logistics of taking a gap year can help you decide if it’s the right path for you.

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Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Leaders spend almost 40% of their time making decisions, but it’s rarely discussed in the hiring process.

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Management Consulted

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

You’ll need to be prepared for the firm’s case interview process – keep reading for an ultimate guide to preparing for Advancy case interviews. Florent Dhôte, a… Read Article The post Advancy Case Interview Guide appeared first on Management Consulted. Want to get hired as an Advancy consultant?

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 25, 2021

You need to make each of those 7 seconds count by submitting a CV that is properly structured, impactful and that ensures you move on to the interview phase. Hence, by mirroring their language, you increase your chances of getting to an interview. According to a 2018 study conducted by Ladders, recruiters spend an average of 7.4

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Harvard Business

MAY 19, 2022

And a few to avoid.

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Harvard Business

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

What it is, when to use it, and how to craft responses with clear, compelling, and memorable examples.

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Steve Shu Consulting

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Last month I chatted with Tony Roth, Chief Investment Officer at Wilmington Trust, N.A., a subsidiary of M&T Bank (NYSE: MTB) as part of his podcast series, Capital Conversations. For me, it was an interesting conversation to have had for a number of reasons, and three perspectives really captured the direction of my thinking.

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Harvard Business

APRIL 26, 2024

Interviewers should prepare for interviews just as thoroughly as candidates do. Being equipped with compelling stories and setting aside dedicated preparation time, such as 30 minutes beforehand, allows interviewers to mentally prepare and be fully present during the interview.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 13, 2025

From GPA requirements, the need for strong business acumen, and the challenge of acing the case interview, aspiring consultants can become discouraged. Myth #4: I need to have a ‘perfect’ case interview Many students mistakenly believe that their case interviews need to be ‘perfect’.

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The oldest and still the most powerful tactic for fostering critical thinking is the Socratic method, developed over 2,400 years ago by Socrates, one of the founders of Western philosophy. The Socratic method uses thought-provoking question-and-answer probing to promote learning.

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Management Consulted

JANUARY 7, 2021

Looking for sample case study interviews with answers? These case studies simulate the virtual case interview environment and represent cases… Read Article. Look no further! In this article, we’re walking you through some of the best case study samples on the web.

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Small projects can help ensure you’re hiring for skills — not just connection.

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Harvard Business

JANUARY 27, 2022

Research shows that these systems are often discriminatory, alienating, and deeply stressful for job seekers.

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