The 1% Case Method: 5-Session Coaching with Florian Smeritschnig
Original price was: $2,499.00.$1,849.00Current price is: $1,849.00.
Five untimed 1:1 sessions with me, built on the approach that got me into McKinsey after the firm rejected me the first time, and refined over 2,200+ coaching sessions since 2020. Session one finds what is holding you back. Sessions two to five fix it and test that the fix holds under interview pressure.
Includes every product on StrategyCase.com for one year ($1,877 of practice materials), resume and cover letter edits, and peer practice with my other clients.
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The 1% Case Method, Applied to You
More cases build motion, not mastery. This program replaces volume with a diagnosis. We find what is holding your performance down, I teach you the fix, you drill it between sessions, and we test that it holds under interview pressure. Five sessions, every one of them with me.
McKinsey Rejected Me the First Time
My first McKinsey interview, for an internship, didn’t go to plan. I had prepared the way almost everyone does: the well-known books, memorized frameworks, case after case.
In the 14 months that followed I did an internship at Kearney and a master’s degree, and I threw out the way I had prepared. I stopped memorizing structures and worked on the skills underneath them: breaking a problem apart from first principles, forming a view with incomplete information, reading data for what it actually says, and communicating like someone who solves problems for a living. I applied again for a full-time role and got the offer.
Then I Saw the Other Side
In five years at McKinsey I was promoted to Senior Consultant, screened applications, and evaluated candidates for the firm. I learned what separates a strong performance from a weak one, and how little of it matches what the popular resources teach.
So I Reverse-Engineered the Evaluation
This program is built backward from how you’re scored. It starts with what interviewers actually assess, works back to the skill behind each assessment, and then to the drill that builds that skill. That is why you won’t memorize case-type templates here, and why the method holds up in unconventional cases too.
Since 2020 the method has run through 2,200+ coaching sessions. My clients have secured 700+ consulting offers, 340 at McKinsey, BCG, and Bain, and 190 at McKinsey, the firm that turned me down the first time. Some of my clients and readers have been offered MBB jobs straight after the first round, without a final round. Several other case coaches have bought my courses to learn the method.
In 2025, McKinsey removed me from its alumni network for helping hundreds of candidates get into the firm.
▶ Click here for an introduction to my approach and a selection of 700+ consulting offers
Read the review below and keep in mind that the offer was for the most competitive McKinsey office in the world during a recession for a candidate with a non-business background, who was able to outshine all MBAs and business professionals due to the value of my coaching program.
- Get a top consulting job from a non-target school?
- Get into McKinsey, BCG, and Bain with no business background?
- Make interviewers wonder how quickly you were able to solve a case?
- Skip interview rounds and move directly to the offer?
- Dominate a whole interview round as a peer group?
These are not outlier cases; with my clients, this is the standard.
In fact, my approach and the success that comes with it have led to more than 1,600 5-star reviews across platforms.
What You’ll Learn to Do
- Structure from the client’s problem, not from a framework. Your structure starts from the decision the client has to make, so it fits the case in front of you.
- Form a view early, with incomplete data, and steer the case with it.
- Interpret an exhibit for what it says about the client’s question, including the insight that isn’t obvious at first glance.
- Do case math the way consultants do it: fast, checked, and tied to the “so what”.
- Communicate top-down, so the interviewer can follow your thinking and trust it.
- Tell fit and PEI stories that score. The McKinsey PEI is assessed against specific dimensions, and my SCORE storytelling framework builds stories that hold up when the interviewer probes. It has been used in new-hire consultant training at one of the MBB firms.
“He has a method that works for each case and is more intuitive than what I read about before. No learning of frameworks but learning how to approach problems like a consultant.” Marc, verified buyer (2 MBB offers, 1 Big 4)
How the Five Sessions Run
A typical outline. Every program is tailored to your diagnosis and timeline.
Before you book: free 15-minute intro call. We agree on your goals, firms, and timeline, and whether coaching is the right tool for you.
Session 1: Baseline and diagnosis. A long case, then 40 to 60 minutes of feedback and teaching. You’ll know where you stand on every element I score, the root causes that matter most, and the technique that fixes each one. You leave with your preparation plan.
Between sessions: drill. Targeted exercises on the weak skill in isolation, from the full StrategyCase.com library, plus peer practice with my other clients. Questions go to me directly.
Sessions 2 to 4: teach and correct. New cases chosen for your gaps, each with a different twist. I track your scores against session one and update your plan after every session.
Session 5: test. Full interview conditions, measured against the bar I applied as a McKinsey consultant.
After the offer. Help with negotiating and choosing between offers.
Sessions 2 to 5 usually run 60 to 90 minutes. None of them is timed.
“He mapped exactly where I stood after the first case across several metrics, tracked my progress across every session, and always provided clear tips and practice instructions on how to reach the next level.” Verified buyer, McKinsey preparation
What’s Included
- Five untimed 1:1 sessions, every one with me. Nothing is delegated.
- Written feedback after every session in a color-coded scorecard, with your plan updated as you improve
- $1,877 of theory courses, practice materials, and additional services: every product on StrategyCase.com for one year, including the Case Interview Academy (structuring, charts, math), the Fit Interview Masterclass, the McKinsey Solve simulations, and BCG and Bain test preparation
- Resume and cover letter edits from someone who screened applications at McKinsey
- Peer practice with my other clients
- Support between sessions, and help with offers
The program includes everything you need to score multiple top-tier consulting offers, not just coaching but a full suite of products. It comes with ongoing mentorship and support (all interactions are with me, no outsourced coaching or support) and is totally risk-free for you (read more details below).
What Clients Say About the Program
Already a strong candidate
“I had already a good amount of case study knowledge and pretty high floor in my performance hence I was doubtful at first as to what else can these coaching sessions help me with if I am already good […] he can take me from a fairly good candidate to an excellent one, and that’s exactly what happened. Because of that I thankfully was able to get the offer at Mckinsey.” Mohamad, verified buyer
Non-traditional background, five weeks to go
“I applied for a McKinsey as a medic with very little knowledge about case interviews. I spent a bit of time preparing using the two well-known books on the market and other available resources but felt very chaotic in my approach. […] With Florian’s help I was able to maximise the little time I had left to prepare and secure an offer with McKinsey.” E., verified buyer
What the interviewers said
“During the final interviews, the feedback I got said everything: “Your performance was way above average. Your creativity and business sense really stood out.” […] To be clear: Florian can’t do the work for you. You still have to put in the hours. But if you’re willing to do that, he’ll help you get there.” Verified buyer, McKinsey offer
Firm by firm
“Because of his help, I got final rounds for all 3 MBBs, and offers from both McKinsey and BCG. Florian not only worked with me on building strong case habits, but on perfecting the casing style for each firm.” Verified buyer
Compared with other coaches
“Having worked with other coaches in the past for internship interviews, I can assert that Florian’s approach and feedback, coupled with his vast experience across different firms, and his engagement is rare.” F.I., verified buyer
Compressed timeline
“Florian squeezed me in on short notice when my interview timeline suddenly compressed. He helped me prepare thoroughly in just three weeks, and I ended up receiving an offer.” Johnathan, verified buyer
A book reader, straight to the offer A reader who prepared with The 1%: Case Interview Workbook wrote to me after the first round at one of the MBBs: HR and a partner called the same afternoon and made an offer, with no final round.
“After several interviews, I have to say that your book (the 1% case workbook) is by far the best and most realistic resource I’ve used myself. […] Last Friday I had my first round at an MBB firm. In the afternoon, HR and a partner called me and said that by their metrics my performance was in the top 2% of all interviewees, and made me an offer right away, without a next round on site. I didn’t even know that was possible.” Workbook reader, MBB offer (Paraphrased and anonymized LinkedIn message)
Cancel After the First Session
If you decide after session one that the program isn’t right for you, tell me within 48 hours of that session and I refund the remaining four sessions in full. To date nobody has used it.
Is This Program Right for You?
Built for
- Candidates who don’t know what is holding them back
- Candidates with limited time who need their preparation pointed the right way
- Experienced hires and non-traditional backgrounds translating their experience into consulting
- Reapplicants who want to know what went wrong last time
Not the right fit if
- You only want someone to run cases with you. A study partner does that for free.
- You expect the coach to do the work. The improvement happens in the drills between sessions.
- You want a guaranteed offer. Nobody can honestly promise one.
Before You Book
I take a limited number of clients each month. If we’ve already spoken, book the program above. If we haven’t, first. It tells us both whether I can help on your timeline, and session one starts with work instead of introductions.
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Your Coach
Dr. Florian Smeritschnig
- Former McKinsey Senior Consultant, 5 years at the firm; evaluated candidates for the firm
- 2,200+ mock interviews and coaching sessions since 2020
- 700+ offers secured by my clients, 340 at McKinsey, BCG, and Bain, 190 at McKinsey; 95% job offer rate and an 80%+ MBB offer rate
- 1,600+ 5-star reviews across PrepLounge, StrategyCase, Leland, and Amazon
- My guides, books, and forum answers have reached 1 million+ consulting candidates
- Author of three books, including the Amazon bestseller The 1%: Conquer Your Consulting Case Interview
- Guest lectures at UPenn, Bocconi, LSE, WU Vienna, and HKUST Business School
Questions
How many sessions do clients need? Five are usually enough to teach the method, correct the gaps, build the right profile that consulting interviewers screen for, and test that the corrections hold.
Can I start with one session first? Yes. , and if you continue with this program, its fee is credited.
How fast can we go? Some clients complete the program in three weeks before a compressed interview date; others spread it over two or three months. If your timeline changes, tell me and we rework the plan. Session credits are valid for one year from purchase.
Which firms does this prepare me for? My background is McKinsey, but the method is built to the MBB standard, so it transfers. Clients have used it for MBB, tier-2, Big 4, boutiques, in-house strategy, and tech consulting, and for banking, finance, and product management interviews that use cases.
What is your success rate? Over 95% of clients on the 5-session program secure an offer. No honest coach can guarantee one, though. The performance on the day is still yours.
Where and in which language? Online through Google Meet, in English or German, scheduled around your calendar.
Outline of the Program
The program includes five adaptable, untimed sessions tailored to your needs. You get real top-tier, consulting-style cases and feedback against real interviewer evaluation standards from a former McKinsey consultant. There are fit interview simulations and detailed debriefs, teaching in problem solving and storytelling, and detailed preparation plans with progress tracking.
You also receive 20+ hours of self-study video courses, guidebooks for every major consulting aptitude test, high-quality courses and drills for structuring, charts, and math, and a large collection of practice cases.
Throughout, you get my continuous mentorship between sessions and a place in my private coaching group of equally motivated candidates. The guidebooks and video courses included are some of the most sought-after and realistic practice materials on the market.
The Value of the Program Rests on 7 Pillars
✅ An immediate transformation
You get everything crucial from the very first session. There’s no slogging through basics and no waiting until session three for a key topic: you learn to work through a whole case right away, because the sooner you can, the more effective all your practice becomes. That’s also why sessions usually run well past 60 minutes. Everyone starts from a different baseline, so I meet you at your level and lift you to one most candidates never reach in their preparation.
✅ Impact over time
Let the numbers speak, and compare offers with sessions and active coaching time. Someone with 300 offers over 10 years averages 30 a year. Time in this market and pure session count mean nothing if they don’t translate into consistent results. My coaching clients have secured 700+ offers, 340 of them at MBB and 190 at McKinsey.
✅ Resources built for top candidates
No more endless searching or practicing with questionable materials (been there, done that). I’ve built the most realistic, up-to-date practice materials on the market, so every hour of self-practice counts. They’re so sought after that other case coaches use them to train their own students.
✅ I’m here for you, not the clock
I watch your progress, not the time. Sessions last until every question is answered and every topic is covered, and the same goes for ad-hoc support between sessions.
✅ Practice with motivated peers
I introduce you to my community of top-tier aspiring consultants, so your practice partners keep you challenged and improving.
✅ Direct and genuine feedback
Straightforward and honest: the real interviewer’s perspective, based on MBB evaluation criteria and scoring sheets, focused on what will move your performance, not empty praise.
✅ A current market perspective
I am very engaged in the global top-tier consulting community: hundreds of candidates, thousands of customers through StrategyCase, a direct line to top recruiters and three books on case interviews and consulting careers, including the Amazon bestseller The 1%: Conquer Your Consulting Case Interview. If something changes in the market, my clients hear it first. PrepLounge selected me to write its McKinsey Interview and McKinsey PEI guides, and my website guides and books have reached over 1 million consulting candidates and early career consultants.
This program comes with $1,877 in bonuses:
When you join, you get one year of access to a full suite of resources for your applications, tests, and interviews:
- Coaching Inner Circle: a priority email address for all your questions (value: $399)
- Cover Letter and Resume Guides: two guides (24 and 29 pages) with ready-to-use templates for interns, graduate hires, and experienced hires (value: $48)
- Personal Cover Letter and Resume Screening: I fine-tune your documents to get them past both the algorithms and the human screeners, so your time goes into preparation (value: $198)
- McKinsey Solve Game Guide and Simulations: fully playable simulations of the current Solve games, a video course, a 142-page guidebook, an Excel solver, and more. The first guide on the market, continuously refined since (value: $99)
- BCG Casey Chatbot Guide: a 123-page guide plus 5 interactive sample tests (value: $54)
- BCG Cognitive Test Practice: 80 questions on the latest addition to BCG’s recruiting process (value: $10)
- Bain Aptitude Test Guide: a 105-page guide covering SOVA, Pymetrics, and HireVue, plus 560+ online practice questions (value: $54)
- Kearney Recruitment Test Guide: a 76-page guide with insights, strategies, and test-taking tips for Kearney’s test (value: $14)
- Case Interview Math Mastery Video Course: 29 videos and 2,000+ practice examples (value: $89)
- Structuring and Framework Course: 36 video lessons and 100 structuring and brainstorming exercises (value: $69)
- Exhibit and Chart Interpretation Course: 17 video lessons and 50 realistic drills (value: $29)
- Fit Interview Masterclass: 27 video lessons on every aspect of fit and behavioral questions, the most comprehensive fit preparation for consulting you’ll find (value: $64)
- McKinsey Interview Academy: 40 videos of simulated McKinsey case and PEI interviews, with best practices and feedback (value: $99)
- Practice Case Library: nearly 1,000 cases for practice and reading (value: $99)
- Industry Deep Dives: overviews of 27 industries: business models, trends, financials, and more (value: $24)
- Brainteaser Course: 155 practice drills to sharpen your analytical thinking (value: $29)
- My Client Network: motivated, high-performing case partners (value: $499)
100% Risk-Free Coaching Guarantee
Joining a coaching program is a big decision, so I’ve made it risk-free:
- Introduction call: Before you commit, we have a no-obligation call to answer your questions and check the fit, from both sides.
- Your pace: Finish all sessions in four days (I’ve done that with a client, who got the offer) or spread them over three months or longer. Coaching credits are valid for one year from purchase.
- Tailored to you: No one-size-fits-all. Every session is built around what you need at that moment.
- Value guarantee: If the first session didn’t give you significant value, tell me within 48 hours and you can cancel the rest of the program, with the remaining four sessions refunded in full, no questions asked. No one has cancelled since the program started, and I work hard to keep it that way.
Availability
To keep sessions long, mentorship close, and support between sessions reliable, and to handle requests from other platforms, I take on a limited number of clients each month through StrategyCase.com. Your application matters, and so does the trust you place in a coach. Reach out for an introduction call, and we’ll answer your questions and sketch a plan.
Sample Program Outline
My coaching philosophy emphasizes immediate, comprehensive guidance. In our very first session, I provide you with all the essential information. This ensures that as we progress, each session focuses on refining and enhancing your performance. There’s no holding back or waiting for subsequent sessions to introduce critical elements – you’ll have everything you need from the outset.
This approach not only facilitates a noticeable transformation right in our initial meeting but also ensures that your practice is effective and efficient right from the start. Furthermore, after our initial session, you’ll gain complete access to all practice resources and my coaching network.
Imagine our case journey like sculpting: the first session is akin to chiseling the basic shape from stone. With each subsequent session, we refine and detail, eventually polishing your performance.
Moreover, there’s no need for separate sessions dedicated to specific case types. Instead, in every session, we focus on intuitive and replicable problem-solving employed by consultants by going through representative and realistic case problems and effective strategies for addressing them.
Sessions generally follow the same rhythm:
- We start with the questions that came up since last time.
- We work live: a case, drills, or fit, depending on your plan.
- You get feedback against the MBB evaluation criteria, with the levers that take you from development need to good, and from good to distinctive. Every session also covers common mistakes that more than 80% of candidates make, so you learn to spot the typical failure patterns.
- We update your preparation plan and homework together.
- We don’t finish until your questions are answered and you know exactly what to do next.
- Afterwards, you receive my written feedback and interviewer notes in an Excel file.
(EXAMPLE) SESSION 1: Diagnostic and preparation planning
Objective: Transform your casing from the first session and set the direction for your preparation.
- If we haven’t had an intro call, we start with your case experience, goals, and ambitions.
- We simulate a real interview with a real firm-specific case, candidate-led or interviewer-led depending on your target firms, following official interviewer guidelines. It runs longer than a first-round case, so you get more practice and I collect more observation points.
- Feedback against the real MBB evaluation metrics and scoring sheet.
- My universal case approach: the right steps and habits for every part of the case, techniques for strong frameworks and brainstorming answers, insightful exhibit interpretation, effective approaches to quantitative questions, and the key communication phrases.
- You see where you stand on every element of the case and every evaluation metric, with a plan to lift each score to the next level and a stretch goal for the maximum.
- Together we build your preparation plan: the exercises and homework that close your gaps fastest.
You leave with: a 6-to-9-page Excel file with my feedback and interviewer notes, your scoring sheet, alternative math approaches, and curated guides on your development needs; access to my courses and drills for structuring, charts, and math and almost 1,000 practice cases; and an introduction to my client network for high-quality case partners.
Outcome: You know where you stand, how to ace every element of a case, and you have a clear roadmap and all the practice materials to move forward.
(EXAMPLE) SESSION 2: Growth
Objective: Build on the right case habits and show the quality of your thinking.
- A different, creative top-tier case, chosen based on your first performance and full of new twists, following official interviewer guidelines.
- Each case covers different interviewer tricks, so by the end of the program you’ve seen the typical MBB ones and know how to handle them.
- Feedback against the MBB evaluation metrics, focused on the levers with the biggest effect.
- Your progress against session one, tracked for every question and every skill.
- We adjust your plan and homework based on what has worked best for you.
You leave with: a 2 to 4 page Excel file with my feedback and interviewer notes.
Outcome: You know the typical MBB interviewer tricks and how to avoid common mistakes, and you start showing performance spikes.
(EXAMPLE) SESSION 3: Fine-tuning, focus areas, or a different case format
Objective: Cement the right habits and handle the unexpected.
- A new case, focused drills where you lag most, or a different format (market sizing, brainteasers, candidate-led vs. interviewer-led) to show what changes and what doesn’t.
- Feedback against the MBB evaluation metrics, focused on moving from good to distinctive.
- Progress tracked against session one for every question and skill, with your plan and homework adjusted.
You leave with: a 2 to 4 page Excel file with my feedback and interviewer notes.
Outcome: You’re bulletproof in your approach and communication, whatever the interviewer throws at you.
(EXAMPLE) SESSION 4: PEI and fit mastery
Objective: Craft and deliver the right fit and PEI stories.
- For McKinsey: you prepare four stories, one per dimension (Leadership, Connection, Drive, and Growth), using my guidelines and the McKinsey Interview Academy videos you receive at the start of the program. We simulate the real PEI story by story, with opening and probing questions, following the real interviewer guidelines. After each story, you get detailed feedback on structure, content, and delivery, so you hit every point on the interviewer’s scorecard.
- For other firms: a real fit interview with firm-specific questions from my repertoire of 150+ fit questions and strong sample answers, focused on content, structure, and communication. I have a detailed list of typical questions for each firm and we will go through it.
You leave with: a 3-to-5-page Excel file with my feedback and interviewer notes. McKinsey candidates also leave with four polished PEI stories and my 4-page PEI template for every story that follows.
Outcome: You know how to choose the right content and structure and deliver your answers so you stand out and keep your interviewers engaged.
(EXAMPLE) SESSION 5: Final rehearsal, full mock interview, or focused drills
Objective: Polish your performance and set your interview game plan.
- A new case, a full mock interview, or drills where you still lag most.
- The mock interview runs end to end like the real thing: icebreaker questions, one fit or PEI interview, one case, and your questions for the interviewer.
- We cover a winning interview mindset, the dress code, and the practical details that get the last 5% of performance out of you on the day.
- You leave with a plan for the last hours and days before your interviews.
You leave with: a detailed Excel file with my feedback and interviewer notes.
Outcome: You’re ready, confident, and able to take on multiple top-tier interview rounds and get the offer.
This is just a sample of how the process can unfold. The final course curriculum is always created jointly and individually with each of my clients to meet their needs.
If you have questions about the program, please do not hesitate to contact me directly with your questions or wish to schedule a free introduction call.
Let’s work together on your offers!
As one of my clients phrased it:
“I just got an offer from Mckinsey! Florian’s instructions are the MOST constructive ones that I have ever seen in my 100 + case practices. I institutionalized his advice into my practice and reached a new level. […] I will give Florian a 10/10 rating!”
43 reviews for The 1% Case Method: 5-Session Coaching with Florian Smeritschnig
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Alex (Verified Buyer) –
Florian transformed my casing. By referencing anecdotes from past interviews and consulting projects, he turned dry casing into something memorable and helped me understand the 3 W’s for every move in a case: what to do now, why, and how. This helped me turn abstract concepts into habits to follow.
The program and sessions are broken down into clear steps, building from one case to the next, with each case offering a unique twist and learning objective. It felt complete and well thought through. Besides, I found the level of individual care remarkable.
Anonymous (Verified Buyer) –
I used the coaching to prepare for McKinsey and received an offer. I struggled with different parts of the case and that’s where Florian came in. He did an excellent job guiding me through the process and helping me develop the “McKinsey way of thinking”
Yik (Verified Buyer) –
With Florian’s help I was able to land an offer at Oliver Wyman as an experienced hire. Highly recommended!
Anonymous (Verified Buyer) –
I enjoyed prepping for McKinsey with Florian.
He really knows his craft, is detail-oriented and gives very specific, actionable feedback. He mapped exactly where I stood after the first case across several metrics, tracked my progress across every session, and always provided clear tips and practice instructions on how to reach the next level. The combination of his knowledge and personalized coaching made it a very good investment. I saw steady improvement and went into the case interview feeling well prepared. On the PEI side, we tweaked the stories once and the interviewers loved them.
Anonymous (Verified Buyer) –
I had the pleasure of working with Florian, and I cannot recommend him highly enough.
From the very beginning, his holistic coaching style stood out. Instead of taking a rigid, one-size-fits-all approach, he looked at the whole picture — my goals, challenges, background, and personal circumstances. He was incredibly attentive to my needs and adjusted his support to what actually worked for me.
As someone who is neurodivergent, I especially appreciated his patience and understanding. He took the extra time to guide me through the framework and math process at a pace that felt right, never rushing or making me feel overwhelmed. His calm, supportive presence made a huge difference. He broke things down clearly, offered gentle reminders, and celebrated every small win.
What I valued most was how consistently encouraging he was. I feel much more prepared and empowered. If you’re looking for a coach who is compassionate, patient, and cares about your outcomes, I highly recommend working with Florian. He is a true gem!
Johnathan (Verified Buyer) –
Florian squeezed me in on short notice when my interview timeline suddenly compressed. He helped me prepare thoroughly in just three weeks, and I ended up receiving an offer. I had also used his Solve Prep program previously, which proved invaluable for the first step of the process.
Adam (Verified Buyer) –
Booked end-to-end support throughout the entire successful process: Florian got involved early on and was a true game-changer for me as I navigated the stages of recruiting. He consistently stood by my side, offering invaluable guidance and plenty of thought-provoking ideas, along with practical content such as cases and drills.
Mohamed (Verified Buyer) –
I had a great experience working with Florian through the 5-session coaching package. The sessions were extremely professional and well structured, and he always created an environment where I felt comfortable asking questions and discussing any doubts.
What I appreciated most was how flexible he was with scheduling and how supportive he remained throughout the process. Florian is very attentive during the sessions and provides clear, practical feedback that helps you improve quickly.
His coaching approach is very practical and focused on the skills that really matter in consulting interviews. Thanks to the preparation and methods we worked on together, I was able to significantly improve my performance and ultimately received two offers from strategy consulting firms.
I would definitely recommend Florian to anyone preparing for consulting interviews.
Matteo (Verified Buyer) –
Florian was an exceptional consulting mentor who prepared a tailored plan. He was thorough and engaging me through challenging business problems that kept the sessions interesting. He never rushed ahead until I fully understood every concept, patiently explaining and reframing until everything truly clicked. I genuinely appreciated the experience and would recommend him without hesitation.
Anonymous (Verified Buyer) –
Florian supported me from the very beginning, and his coaching and materials helped me quickly ramp up my casing skills as well as prepare effectively for the behavioral interview. Thanks to his guidance, I was able to secure an offer for a BCG internship. I highly recommend working with Florian!
Anonymous (Verified Buyer) –
What can I say? I worked with Florian for my McKinsey interview prep and I got the offer. My dream offer. I already told him in person, but it’s worth writing here: he’s the best coach I’ve ever had.
I tried so many resources before, but nothing came close. His coaching is super practical, very tailored, and exactly focused on what actually matters in the McKinsey process. Every session felt efficient and personalized to my strengths, weaknesses, and learning style.
Florian wasn’t just a coach. He felt like a top-tier sports trainer on the sidelines: cheering, pushing, analyzing, and helping me make adjustments I simply would not have spotted on my own.
Both the PEI coaching and the case coaching were spot-on. During the final interviews, the feedback I got said everything:
“Your performance was way above average. Your creativity and business sense really stood out.”
“You absolutely nailed the PEI — we’re looking exactly for someone like you.”
They even told me to let them know when my onboarding is so they can try to get me on a project! That’s how strong the feedback was!!!
To be clear: Florian can’t do the work for you. You still have to put in the hours. But if you’re willing to do that, he’ll help you get there.
I can fully recommend him. I’ve used a lot of prep material and he’s truly next level. It worked.
Rohit (Verified Buyer) –
Checking in after receiving two offers: booking Florian was a fantastic decision. He always showed up well-prepared with fresh, challenging cases that kept me sharp. A few unexpected twists really pushed me, which was perfect. Expert interviewer, and his feedback was so detailed and left no stone unturned. Thanks again!
Mohamad (Verified Buyer) –
I had the chance to work with Florian specifically opting in for the 1% Case Method, and I can confidently say it made quite a difference in my interview journey. The program is extremely structured and practical and more importantly tailored. For me specifically, I had already a good amount of case study knowledge and pretty high floor in my performance hence I was doubtful at first as to what else can these coaching sessions help me with if I am already good, I had a brief chat with Florian and was convinced he can take me from a fairly good candidate to an excellent one, and that’s exactly what happened. Because of that I thankfully was able to get the offer at Mckinsey and would highly recommend this program.
Anonymous (Verified Buyer) –
Put simply, Florian is an outstanding coach (and an even better human). He puts an enormous amount of effort and care into your process, and works with you as a deeply invested partner to your success. Because of his help, I got final rounds for all 3 MBBs, and offers from both McKinsey and BCG. Florian not only worked with me on building strong case habits, but on perfecting the casing style for each firm. My McKinsey interviewers noted my excellent storytelling in the PEIs, a direct result of the work Florian put into perfecting them with me. I cannot recommend his services enough.
Anonymous (Verified Buyer) –
With Florian’s help in the application and interviewing process, I was able to secure an offer from BCG! He has a unique way to approaching frameworks that helped me in an unconventional final round. I highly recommend him.
Anonymous (Verified Buyer) –
Working with Florian was absolutely pivotal – I wouldn’t have received my McKinsey offer without his coaching.
What truly sets Florian apart is his ability to tailor the preparation process to the individual. He quickly identified both my strengths and the key areas I needed to improve to perform at an MBB level. It wasn’t just about case prep – we refined my PEI stories in depth, and I’m convinced that this personal clarity and precision made the difference in the interviews.
Florian brings a rare mix of structure, honest feedback, strategic thinking, and just the right level of challenge. I highly recommend his coaching to anyone who wants to go into interviews not just “prepared,” but ready to stand out at the very top level.
Thank you, Florian!
W.A. (Verified Buyer) –
Florian’s had the biggest impact on my success – hands down. His approach is sharp, structured, and personalised.
S. B. (Verified Buyer) –
Florian was outstanding to work with! Over three weeks he provided excellent guidance, demonstrating his diligent and well-thought-out learning method. His calm presence and structured plan made the process managable and his expertise truly stood out. If I had one regret, it would be not engaging him earlier in my prep but even so, it was absolutely worth it, and everything worked out perfectly. Highly recommended!
Amitesh (Verified Buyer) –
The coaching program was eye opening. I received clarity on the interviews and how to work towards my goal according to my profile and performance. The initial evaluation was followed by skill building in the later sessions and through practice programs. Mr Florian is great and easy to work with.
A. D. (Verified Buyer) –
I valued Florian’s advice and perspective on case interviews before starting to work with him since I was first introduced to him through his book. The 1% program still impressed me more than I expected.
ALL 5 sessions were impactful and tailored to fit my requirements. We went over a lot in each meeting and Florian always kept pushing me and motivating me. He was patient with all of my questions and willing to go over time for more detailed feedback or to help me with additional things.
Torres Liang (Verified Buyer) –
I got an offer from one of the MBB!!! And I wouldn’t have made it without Florian’s help!
Case interview is intimidating at first, but I gained confidence step-by-step through Florian’s coaching! His approach focuses on behavior-based techniques that clarify what to do in each step of the interview process, and he provides detailed, actionable feedback after each mock interview session, helping me understand my strengths and areas for improvement. Between session, I could use tons of targeted, self-paced learning resources on the platform to address weaknesses and come back stronger for the next practice.
What I love most about this experience is Florian’s warm personality, which alleviates much of the pressure when working with a professional coach and when the real interviews are coming. At the end of the day, I don’t just get a coach ; I actually gain a supportive, experienced friend to accompany me on this challenging yet rewarding journey!
Phil (Verified Buyer) –
I had the pleasure of engaging Florian earlier this year.
My situation: I am an experienced hire with 8 years of experience. I had no experience with case interviews when I was contacted last minute to prepare for EM-level interviews.
The process: Florian was instrumental in bridging this gap for me quickly. He interviewed and guided me through multiple cases and all PEI situations, and created preparation plan with homework assignments and closely monitored my development.
The outcome: His advice and structured approach not only made me offer-ready but also prepared me for the job. He helped me get the job and transition into the new role.
I am forever grateful for this support!
F.I. (Verified Buyer) –
Florian’s 1% coaching package stands out due to his dedication and personalised attention. The time and commitment in each session surpassed my expectations with all meetings going way past the scheduled time. His support extends beyond sessions and I found myself bombarding him with questions to which he responded quickly and with patience.
He is a pragmatic coach and concentrates on strategies and critical thinking rather than memorization of frameworks. This approach and his mindset tricks have given me a sense of security and versatility for a diverse range of cases. Moreover, Florian’s provides a preparation plan, complemented by targeted practice exercises and the opportunity to connect with like-minded coachees in his network.
Having worked with other coaches in the past for internship interviews, I can assert that Florian’s approach and feedback, coupled with his vast experience across different firms, and his engagement is rare. I have not experienced this before.
I got everything out of the programme I wanted.
RSB (Verified Buyer) –
Florian analyses your case skills in-depth in the first session and shows you how to improve in the different dimensions to meet the standards set out by the top consulting firms. The feedback is very organised into different skill dimensions and case elements and extremely detailed. I really liked his hands-on approach and down to earth coaching style. I constantly had the feeling he was working with me throughout the whole process even outside of sessions when he answered all my questions. He gave me practical guidance on negotiating my entry.
ben (Verified Buyer) –
I bought the training with Florian because he had good reviews on all platforms I looked at and I can attest now that he prepared me very well for my interviews. On top of his expertise in case interviews and drilling you to the next level, he gave me even more courage and self-confidence. In every session he found new topics and questions to challenge me and always had very helpful tips, for instance, to polish your strengths and hide weaknesses. I felt very well prepared and was therefore able to go into several interviews a little more relaxed, which resulted in more than one offer which is more than what I expected. I can recommend his training to anyone who really wants to take their consulting interviews seriously. He also had great tips on how to prepare for the role after the offer.
c. (Verified Buyer) –
The 1% Case Method works! 🙂 After a longer journey I can finally say that my effort and investment paid off but I owe Florian a lot of graditude for his teaching and continuous support. I don’t have the usual candidate profile and I could see that he was really interested in my progress and success from the first call on. We did many things besides going through case problems that helped me get a grip on business sense and judgement. After every session he always provided me with new tasks and homework practice to go through on my own but I was always able to discuss my struggles and questions with him. Thank you and I am looking forward to what is coming next.
M (Verified Buyer) –
Florian prepared me so incredibly well for the McKinsey interviews – I cannot recommend him enough! He is very knowledgeable about what the interviewers are looking for and really takes the time to learn your strengths and weaknesses. I learned something new in every session I had with him, and really felt like all of his advice was tailored to me. If you’re considering a session with Florian, just do it!
SK (Verified Buyer) –
Florian is a true mentor and not just a coach. I think enough has been written already but I wanted to wholeheartedly agree to what I have read before booking here and elsewhere. Florian helped me keep my spirits up and working with him was the main reason for getting my desired offer in this tough recruiting market.
G.S. (Verified Buyer) –
Thank you so much for all your help!
Whoever is reading this, I can totally recommend the program Florian has built. His advice is incredibly practical and actionable and he always tailors the sessions to your needs. I had a particular issue with the quant sections in each case and we focused on really quant heavy cases which together with his feedback and homework drills made me much more comfortable.
The sessions follow a clear progression and the feedback always left me with clear next steps and tasks.
Between sessions Florian was always available for impromptu advice on my homework or questions about my applications.
I cannot recommend a better coach for MBB!!
Marc (Verified Buyer) –
Maybe the most structured way to get several consulting offers.
– Florian has created a very structured process that begins already before the first session and guides you from session to session
– He has a method that works for each case and is more intuitive than what I read about before. No learning of frameworks but learning how to approach problems like a consultant. I think this will also help me on the job
– Each session was adjusted to my performance and tailored to current doubts I had. I was able to see my progress with him and in peer practice
– There was never any time limit. He was always very patient and made sure all questions were answered and I had a plan for the time between coaching sessions
– I did not have a lot of time for my preparation and he made sure to be available always on short notice
– I felt in great hands as Florian was always telling me something to be confident about
Many things were included in the coaching. Florian reviewed my resume and cover letter, I received access to other customers for peer practice, I used all preparation materials from the site and when I had a question, it was always answered within a few hours, etc, etc
I have not worked with other coaches but I am very happy with my experience and outcome (2 MBB offers, 1 Big 4).
Thank you for making that possible!
E (Verified Buyer) –
I applied for a McKinsey as a medic with very little knowledge about case interviews. I spent a bit of time preparing using the two well-known books on the market and other available resources but felt very chaotic in my approach.
With only 5 weeks until my interview and a lot of improvement to be made I booked in for Florian’s 5 session package with the desire for a mentor to help provide some clarity/structure to my prep. I am so, so glad that I made the investment. Florian has a super structured approach to coaching, provides the most detailed feedback, with spreadsheets and even a timeline for you to follow for your own preparation. His practice cases are almost identical to real McKinsey interviews. He has an intimate knowledge about what the interviewers are looking for and perfects every aspect of your technique. We ended up doing an additional session before my final round to discuss final round/partner interview strategies. I felt well prepared and confident going into my interviews, a mindset that I think makes all the difference with MBB. With Florian’s help I was able to maximise the little time I had left to prepare and secure an offer with McKinsey. Thank you Florian!
J. (Verified Buyer) –
I come from a non-traditional background and tried to study all available materials on cases but the more I “learned” the more lost I became. I found Florian’s book which I loved because it laid out a clear foundation and approach. I decided to go ahead with his coaching and I can honestly say it was the best decision. In these sessions I did not just learn to solve a case but solve problems like a consultant. I don’t think I would have gotten that far on my own and also in such a short time.
Everything from the first session, the feedback, the detailed preparation plan and mentoring on the way (many emails and voice message) was top-notch. Florian was always available and I felt he was personally very invested in my situation and outcome. The practice materials were great and reflected exactly the types of cases and difficulty level I had in my interviews.
Florian’s feedback in each session was tough but encouraging and actionable and I left every session with more confidence and a clear action plan.
If you want to go for MBB case coaching and be successful, I can highly recommend it. Thank you for everything!
David (Verified Buyer) –
Phenomenal experience from start to finish.
I knew after reading his book and the intro call that I wanted to work with Florian as he already provided so much insights and value during the call.
I have gone through 5 sessions now and worked through most of the materials he shared and I can say that the sessions and
“homework” have been transformational for my case interview skills. Since the second sessions I never struggled again to open a case and move through it. The habits he teaches focus on what to do at each stage of the case and how to do it. It becomes very intuitive to just solve any problem. The preparation materials and his coaching network helped me cement and practice my skills.
I am very happy and thankful for what I learned and for the successes.
M.F. (Verified Buyer) –
I wholeheartedly recommend Florian not only as a case interviewer and coach but also as a mentor who works very hard for your success:
1. He knows 100% what he is talking about when it comes to cases and fit interviews for all firms
2. His feedback is super detailed and highly structured in the session and the feedback and scoring sheets he sends out after
3. After the first session he sent out a detailed learning plan and gave me access to all materials I needed (drills, frameworks, math). I always knew what do to and how to improve
4. The sessions always went over the time limit and he wanted to make sure that all my q’s are discussed
5. When I reached out between sessions he was always quick to catch up with
6. During the case he acts very professionally but during the feedback it shows that he is just a genuinely friendly and warm person. We always shared a couple of laughs during our sessions
7. I received all three offers I was striving for and he helped me decide where to go based on his own experience and advice
I hope he continues with case coaching for longer.
Steven (Verified Buyer) –
Brilliant preparation! I booked 6 sessions. Daniel coached me for the cases and Florian for the PEI interviews. I had prepared the cases as well as I could on my own before my purchase. After my first coaching session, I greatly improved the efficiency of my further practice and ended up feeling as well prepared as I possibly could. Florian helped me to craft and perfect my stories to exactly fit the real McKinsey interview. In hindsight, I find it hard to imagine a better, more time-efficient, practice. I ended up feeling really confident for the interview and got the offer.
Sandra (Verified Buyer) –
Quite intense interview experience. Looking back it resembled the real case interviews I had really well (except for not sitting face to face with the interviewer…)
Ricardo (Verified Buyer) –
Very helpful! we did three interviews each (2 different interviewers) and discussed a lot of other questions that I had (also via email). I learned lot of new habits and tools for all types of cases. The feedback is the most detailed I got so far. I have already recommended to my friends.
Ryan (Verified Buyer) –
After having gone through the interviews with all major firms I can say now that this was definitely the most thorough and instructive case prep I had. I helped me tremendously to identify my issues and improve. I am convinced that it scored me 2 out of 3 MBB and several other offers. Thank you!!!
MBB (Verified Buyer) –
Great experience overall with a thorough debrief on the case practice and the personal experience interview. I definitely picked up some valuable advice which I have not heard anywhere else. I had 6 practice sessions and feel much better now to tackle my upcoming interviews in the next weeks with MBB
Janicek (Verified Buyer) –
Very comprehensive with a lot of take-aways!
Krzysztof (Verified Buyer) –
This was very close to the real McKinsey interview I had one week later. Its challenging and a bit pricey – if you are going for MBB I’d recommend you to go through one or several drills here
jens (Verified Buyer) –
i prepared so far only using some prelounge calls and wanted to try something different; can highly recommend – definitely learned a new approach to case interviews which i incorporated. i was quite confident walking into the first round interviews and made it to round two for the big three and roland berger. now i look forward to the final rounds.
Andrew (Verified Buyer) –
I found this page via Quora and booked six full meetings for a discounted offer over the last couple of weeks in addition to doing cases with friends and reading a few case books. I think it really helped sorting out my sticking points and taught me what to pay attention to and I feel a bit more relaxed now for the actual interviews. Fingers crossed for this week guys…