article thumbnail

LinkedIn Hacks for Management Consulting Applicants

Tom Spencer

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. Although it may be less important than a resume, it is a crucial way to sell yourself as a qualified candidate. Quality beats quantity here.

Resumes 103
article thumbnail

And it can also do that

Seth Godin Blog

Here are a few: Spreadsheet Analysis : Analyze spreadsheets for trends, errors, and provide statistical summaries. Resume Feedback : Provide feedback on resumes, including suggestions for improvement based on industry standards. I asked it for some suggestions.

Fashion 41
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

The Importance of a Consulting Cover Letter

CaseInterview.com

As a former consulting resume and cover letter reader for McKinsey, and someone who has reviewed thousands of applications, I have noticed an interesting trend. Most cover letters stink, and many resumes emphasize the wrong things. Most people obsess over resume format -- what font size, margins, etc.

article thumbnail

Interview Blitz – in London THIS SATURDAY!

Management Consulted

Sign up for one of two services – a power-packed 30 minute live resume review, or a full 60-minute resume review plus live mock interview that will prepare you for the toughest fit and experiential questions. Show up 15 minutes early with your resume and come prepared to show off! It’s a trend we plan to continue.

article thumbnail

Consulting’s Unofficial Interview Hurdle – The Airplane Test

Tom Spencer

If you are just starting out, you will find yourself editing your resume, preparing answers for experiential questions, and practicing business frameworks to use in the case interview. You do not need to become an expert overnight, but you should know major trends or occurrences for your region.

article thumbnail

Researching the company before an interview

Tom Spencer

Many candidates spend numerous hours perfecting their resumes, preparing for case and technical interviews, and crafting their fit story. This will help you answer questions such as “where do you see the company going in the next 5-10 years” or anything related to competitors and trends. How to research the company.

article thumbnail

272000 Full-Time Jobs Lost - Mish's Global Economic Trend Analysis

MishTalk

Trend Analysis. Bay Area Real Estate Trends. EW Trends and Charts. This month, the trend of huge part-time employment resumed, and in a major way. Global Economic. Advertisers. Sitka Pacific. Recent Posts. Featured Links. GoldMoney: The Best Way to Buy Gold & Silver. Minyanville Business and Market News.

Trends 77