Category: Case Interview

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The Top 5 Mistakes In a Case Interview (and How to Avoid Them)

A case interview is a type of interview that is commonly used by management consulting to assess a candidate’s problem-solving and analytical skills. It involves presenting a candidate with a business problem or scenario and asking them to solve it in real time. The interview is designed to simulate the types of problems that consultants…
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How to Succeed in Second-Round Case Interviews with Partners

Once my clients pass their first round, they all have one question in mind. Instead of celebrating their success and performance, they are already worrying about the final round, the final boss that stands between them and their desired offer. They want to know: What is different in a second-round case interview compared to the…
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How to Break into Consulting with a Non-Traditional Background

Consulting is a professional service that helps organizations improve their performance and achieve their goals. It has become an essential part of today’s business world, as companies seek expert advice to navigate complex challenges and capitalize on new opportunities. Traditionally, consultants with the top firms have come from backgrounds in management, finance, and strategy, and…
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80/20: The Pareto Principle and Its Application In Consulting

The 80/20 Principle, also known as the Pareto Principle, states that 80% of results come from 20% of the effort. This principle, first identified by Italian economist Vilfredo Pareto, can be applied in a variety of ways to improve efficiency and increase productivity. In consulting firms, the 80/20 principle can be a valuable tool for…
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How to Master Market Sizing Questions in Consulting Interviews

Market sizing questions are a core component of consulting case interviews, testing your ability to break down ambiguous problems, make structured assumptions, and arrive at a logical estimate under pressure. In this guide, you will learn a clear, step-by-step approach to solve market sizing questions with confidence and precision. As a former McKinsey consultant who…
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