What does McKinsey’s Personal Experience Interview (PEI) entail? How does it differ from other types of interviews? Richard, an engagement manager, and Simone, director of recruiting assessment, share answers to these questions and more.

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What to expect in this episode:
Marie talks about her McKinsey journey and how she ended up in Amsterdam
She provides tips for those considering applying, including what to include on a CV/resume
Marie walks listeners through McKinsey’s application process, including what to expect with
Solve, our online problem solving game
She explains that there is no exact template for success at McKinsey – but we look for
certain qualities in candidates – personal impact, inclusive leadership, entrepreneurial
drive, and problem solving skills
Marie talks about managing pre-interview stress and reveals a ritual that helps her relax

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Robert is based in McKinsey’s San Jose, Costa Rica office. He began his McKinsey career in 2000 and is now the leader of the Global Research Function and Client Capabilities Network. Prior to that, he gained experience at a technology startup company in Sydney and worked at an investment bank in London. Outside of work, Robert loves surfing and going to the beach with his family.

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John is based in McKinsey’s Boston office. He began his McKinsey career in 2019, when he completed a summer internship before joining as a full-time digital analyst in 2020. Prior to that, he worked as a data scientist for an insurance company and gained experience in radio. Outside of work, John loves to make music and write his own songs.

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Michiel is a partner based in McKinsey’s Amsterdam office. He began his McKinsey career in New York in 2005, and prior to that, he worked in the marketing department at Unilever where he was responsible for a well-known ice-cream brand. Outside of work Michiel loves to spend time with his family and is writing a book about leading and learning outside of your comfort zone.

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Ricky is an engagement manager based in McKinsey’s London office. She began her McKinsey career in our Lagos office in 2016, and prior to that, she was a chartered accountant and also ran a successful cupcake business. Outside of work Ricky loves baking, playing sports and spending time with her son.

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Jop, who is based in our Amsterdam office, works with clients in the energy and materials sector. He believes that if each individual thinks about how to include sustainability in their everyday decisions at work, it would be a game changer.

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Ellis Griffith is McKinsey’s people function leader for the Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa region, based in our Amsterdam office. Ellis is a thought leader in the areas of culture and diversity as well as learning, HR and organization development.

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