The GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) is not only a valuable tool for those seeking to gain admission into top business schools but also serves as an effective resource for those preparing for consulting aptitude and recruitment tests, such as the BCG Online Case, BCG Cognitive Test, the Bain SOVA, TestGorilla, the Kearney Recruitment Test,…
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By Florian Smeritschnig, former McKinsey Senior Consultant · Updated June 15, 2026 Your heart is pounding, your mind goes blank mid-case, and you are convinced that one nervous moment just cost you the McKinsey offer. Case interview stress is the quiet reason strong candidates underperform, and the 1-in-100 odds make every wobble feel fatal. Here…
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Case interviews form a critical stage in the consulting recruitment process. These interviews are a unique blend of problem-solving, analytical thinking, and effective communication. Amidst these crucial skills, an often underestimated yet central aspect is the art of taking notes effectively. While the notes you take during a case interview are not evaluated by your…
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Accenture, a leading global professional services firm, has announced plans to cut approximately 19,000 jobs over the next 18 months, citing rising costs and an uncertain economic outlook. This is the largest cut seen across the consulting sector, and it is expected to hit about 2.6% of Accenture’s 738,000 staff, who provide consultancy and outsourcing…
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Updated June 2026 | By Florian Smeritschnig, Former McKinsey Senior Consultant The McKinsey Solve Red Rock Game is a 35-minute digital assessment that tests how you collect, filter, and analyze data under time pressure. It replaced the old Problem Solving Test and now sits as the first game in McKinsey’s Solve suite. Most candidates fail…
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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.
