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LinkedIn Hacks for Management Consulting Applicants

Tom Spencer

LinkedIn is an often overlooked part of the management consulting application. A candidate might spend hours on their resume and cover letter but put little thought into their LinkedIn profile other than a profile picture and a cheesy blurb in the “about” section. Quality beats quantity here.

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Internal Strategy: Lessons Learned (2 of 2)

Tom Spencer

This article continues on from Part 1 , in which I shared some of my experiences of working with an internal strategy team at a large financial institution, and some of the main projects and activities I undertook. In this article, we will explore the 7 main differences between internal strategy and management consulting.

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Reader FAQ – “Designer” Consulting Resumes, Late Applications, and Plan Bs

Management Consulted

You’ve bombarded us with insightful questions about resumes, interviews, applications, and how to pick up the pieces and consider alternatives to consulting when you don’t make the cut. Q: I would like to know if you tailor resumes for consulting companies that are specialized in Brand Strategy & Design?

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3 ways financial advisory consulting bests strategy consulting

Management Consulted

From the variety of work and access to C-level executives to the wide array of exit opportunities, strategy operations consulting far surpassed financial advisory consulting as our recommended career to pursue. Find it here: 5 reasons to choose strategy operations over financial advisory consulting. Missed part one?

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3 strategies to apply for U.S. consulting jobs from European business schools

Management Consulted

work or school experience your resume will not get a second glance. There are a few ways that you can get “USA” on your resume. based candidates, so make sure your resume and cover letter are ready to drop at a moment’s notice! The post 3 strategies to apply for U.S. This is, honestly, a must. 3.) Skill up!

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Joining a Management Consulting Firm as an Experienced Hire

Tom Spencer

The question of how to join a management consulting firm as an experienced hire from another industry or another consulting firm is one that is often asked. Or in the case of a former management consultant, you want to experience different industries or functional capabilities. This was true for me as well. Next Step: The Interviews.

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How to Transition to Management Consulting after Law School

Management Consulted

Lately, we’ve been hearing the same question from more and more law students – How do I transition to management consulting after law school? Management Consulting straight after Law School. Transition from established lawyer to Management Consulting. Or why leave a partner track in a law firm to start over?