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Before Day 1: Taking Advantage of the In-Between

Tom Spencer

With your new-found free time upon securing a job, consider learning a new skill or two. Pursue a minor in entrepreneurship or management, complete a certificate in sustainability, or take a physical education class. Maybe there is a club you wanted to join but never found the time. Become a barista or bartender.

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All you need to know about the interview (Part 1: Overview and Fit Interview)

Tom Spencer

In short, the Case Interview process in management consulting firms is designed to measure your real capability and potential to be a consultant from day one. Though management consulting interviews are extremely competitive, there is definitely something you can do to prepare. Walk me through your resume.”.

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The Right Way to Check Someone’s References

Harvard Business

After all, she says, the goal with any reference check is to “go beyond simply verifying facts” on a resume. If, for instance, you want to assess the candidate’s leadership skills, talk to former subordinates; for questions about the candidate’s strategic orientation, talk to former bosses. Stick to the facts.