Corporate Consulting and Mentorship w/ Nithya Mahasenan

In this episode of The Young and the Wise, host Simone Beshtoyev interviews Nithya Mahasenan, an economics, finance, and international development student at McGill University, and a recent inductee into the world of corporate consulting. They discuss Nithya's journey into consulting, the importance of mentorship, and the challenges women face in professional environments. The conversation provides insights into how to find the right mentor, how to tackle competitiveness among women, and common misconceptions about consulting. Nithya also shares valuable advice on how to make oneself a top candidate for consulting jobs.

Check out Nithya’s Tedx Talk on Youtube: https://youtu.be/s922SW7qnIQ?si=_bnMRYsorD6vhgde

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

02:42 The Journey to Consulting

04:53 Choosing Between Law and Business

13:45 The Importance of Mentorship

19:22 Navigating Mentorship Dynamics

27:34 TEDx Talk and Workplace Relationships

28:31 Realizing Internalized Competition Among Women

28:57 Addressing Animosity and Jealousy

30:15 The Nuances of Feminism and Workplace Dynamics

31:25 Navigating Friendships and Competition

32:56 Strategies to Dismantle Rivalry

34:19 Balancing Success and Insecurity

40:44 Networking Challenges for Women

43:46 Consulting Career Insights

47:24 Confidentiality in Consulting

49:05 Future of Consulting and Career Advice

51:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts