Updated May 2026 · By Florian Smeritschnig, Former McKinsey Senior Consultant A first-year BCG Associate in the US earns roughly $140,000 total compensation in 2026, climbing to $240,000 as a post-MBA Consultant, $410,000 as a Principal, and $500,000 to $1.2 million+ at the Partner and Senior Partner levels. Below is the full Boston Consulting Group…
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Two of the most common questions we get from our coachees are: We want to use this opportunity to answer both questions in this article. Introduction to McKinsey McKinsey & Company is a global management consulting firm that advises leading organizations on strategy, operations, technology, and organization. The firm was founded in 1926 by James…
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When answering the question “Tell me about yourself” in a consulting interview for McKinsey, BCG, or Bain, it’s important to provide a brief overview of your professional background and qualifications. This is your opportunity to highlight your most relevant experiences and skills and to show how they make you a good fit for the job.…
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Brainstorming is where I see many candidates lose their consulting offers. In moments where the interviewer asks question such as, “What are all the reasons this plant might be underperforming?” and the candidate starts rattling off disconnected ideas without structure. That one moment decides a lot. After 5 years at McKinsey and 700+ candidates coached…
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A consulting firm partner invited you for a coffee chat? Amazing! In this article, we show you how to make the most of this opportunity! What is a consulting coffee chat? A coffee chat is an informal meeting with someone in a consulting firm of your choice who can provide insights and advice on your…
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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.
