I sat together with Mohammad Misbah, @theconsultingguy, on his Consulting Podcast to discuss the current trends in the industry and recruiting. We spoke about: Check out his channel and the video below or find it on Spotify: For other consulting-related interviews, check out Mohammad’s Youtube channel. For a free 1:1 consultation with Florian, please schedule…
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Consulting has always been a sought-after career path for ambitious professionals. But how do you ensure that your resume stands out among thousands and makes the cut for top-tier firms like McKinsey, BCG, and Bain? This consulting resume guide aims to help you navigate the competitive landscape of top consulting firms’ application processes. Learn how…
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Updated May 2026 · By Florian Smeritschnig, Former McKinsey Senior Consultant You do not need a specific degree to land a management consulting job. McKinsey, BCG, and Bain recruit from more than 200 distinct degree programs every year, and roughly half of every incoming McKinsey class holds a non-business undergraduate degree. What actually determines whether…
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Should I first apply for an internship or directly go for a full-time offer? This is one of the most common questions we receive from our mentees. The world of top-tier consulting, with its rigorous demands and prestigious reputation, offers a unique challenge for aspiring professionals. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the nuances…
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Have you applied with McKinsey, BCG, or Bain and failed either at the screening stage or the interview stage? Worry not if you are still committed to landing the consulting gig of your dreams – more often than not you will be given a second chance after a while. In fact, you will find that…
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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 700+ offers at MBB, Tier-2 firms, Big 4 consulting divisions, in-house consultancies, and boutique firms over the past four years.
He is the author of “The 1%: Conquer Your Consulting Case Interview,” “The 1%: Case Interview Workbook,” and “Consulting Career Secrets”, all available on Amazon.
