Will AI Reshape Consulting? The Future of Hiring at McKinsey and Beyond For decades, consulting firms like McKinsey have thrived on a tried-and-tested model: hire the best and brightest, train them rigorously, and deploy them to solve complex business challenges. But with the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, this model is on the brink of…
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Case interviews are the gateway to a consulting career, especially at top firms like Bain & Company. But Bain does things a bit differently—they zero in on a unique approach called the “Answer-First” principle. This isn’t just about solving problems; it’s about showing you can get straight to the point with a confident, well-structured hypothesis-backed…
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The McKinsey Problem Solving Game (PSG) or simply “McKinsey Solve” has made waves since its introduction in late 2019 in the recruiting process of the Firm. It’s been a benchmark for testing analytical and problem-solving skills in potential consultants in a gamified environment. Since we launched the first global Solve Guide at the end of…
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Navigating the McKinsey interview process requires more than just showcasing your analytical skills or listing your professional accomplishments. It’s about sharing your journey, the challenges you’ve faced, and how you’ve overcome them, especially when it comes to the Personal Experience Interview (PEI). Within this critical part of the McKinsey interview, the Entrepreneurial Drive dimension is…
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For top-tier consultants with firms like McKinsey, BCG, and Bain, leadership skills are not just valuable but essential. Consultants are often at the forefront of driving change, solving complex problems, and guiding teams through uncharted territories to achieve ambitious goals. This requires a unique blend of strategic vision, interpersonal skills, and the ability to motivate…
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Florian spent five years at McKinsey as a Senior Consultant and is a highly experienced consulting interviewer and problem-solving coach. Having conducted interviews with hundreds of candidates, he understands exactly what top-tier firms look for in successful applicants.
He founded StrategyCase.com to make top consulting careers more accessible by providing tailored, up-to-date insights into the recruiting process. Recognized as the most successful case and fit interview coach, Florian has helped his clients secure 600+ offers at MBB, Tier-2 firms, Big 4 consulting divisions, in-house consultancies, and boutique firms over the past four years.
He is also the author of “The 1%: Conquer Your Consulting Case Interview” and “Consulting Career Secrets”, both available on Amazon.
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