Category: Consulting Interview

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Florian Smeritschnig Interview on the Consulting Podcast

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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McKinsey Applications (2026): The Insider Guide by Former Interviewers

Embarking on the journey to join McKinsey & Company ranks among the toughest challenges for job seekers in the corporate world. Esteemed by Forbes as the toughest firm to get, this top-tier consulting firm accepts merely 1% of its applicants. What sets the McKinsey application process apart is its uniquely rigorous resume screening, case interviews,…
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How to Interpret Charts and Data in Case Interviews (2026 Guide)

The fastest way to lose a case interview is to stare at a chart and read back every number on it. The interviewer already knows what the chart says. They slid it across the table to watch you do one specific thing: extract the insight that moves the case forward. Most candidates fail this moment.…
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Case Interview Math: The Insider Guide for 2026

The honest answer upfront: case interview math is not hard math. It’s high school arithmetic done under time pressure while you also structure, communicate, and stay composed. That gap between the math on paper and the math in the room is where most candidates lose the offer. I’ve conducted thousands of case interviews in my…
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Written Case Interviews: How to Ace Them in 2026

Looking for ways to ace the written case interview? This guide offers key strategies and insights to succeed in a vital part of the recruitment process for leading consulting firms, including Bain, BCG, Deloitte, and PwC. Learn to dissect written cases, formulate compelling recommendations, and deliver your findings with assurance. Approaching a Written Case Interview…
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