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Today's 'intro to consulting' episode focuses on answering the question, "What the heck do consultants do?"

We break down what specific activities consultants spend their time on (spoiler: Excel, Excel, Excel), bust 3 common myths, and touch on work-life balance in your first couple years in consulting.

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One of the worst mistakes consulting candidates make?

Skipping networking in their recruiting strategy.

It's not something you can just skip - at any level (i.e., experienced hire, undergrad, MBA). In today's podcast, we're sharing a full networking plan you can action today.

Don't be like the 70% of candidates that skip networking. Join the Networking Intensive in June for advanced networking training.

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What is consulting and what do consulting firms do?

We're kicking off a 4-part ‘intro to consulting’ series for those of you considering a consulting career. Today, we cover:

• What management consulting is
• How consulting firms operate
• Why companies hire consulting firms
• Examples of projects that consulting firms work on

Make sure to check out our resources linked below to help you land a consulting role!

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Application deadlines for undergrad/MS candidates start in late June and interviews will follow in July/August. Today, we're sharing a comprehensive case prep plan for your summer.

• The 2 focus areas for summer
• 4 ways to build your resume this summer
• Step-by-step case prep plan
• Checkpoints to hit between now and interviews

Enjoy!

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Breaking into consulting in the U.S. as an international candidate isn't easy - but it's possible. In this episode, we break down:

• 3 pathways to consulting for international candidates
• MC's new H1B visa sponsors database
• The importance of networking
• Critical case prep and resume mistakes to avoid

In addition, we hear from 2 international candidates who recently received offers - how they made it, why there's hope for you, and mistakes to sidestep.

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What are pre-MBA programs and why should you care?

If you're an incoming MBA student interested in consulting, you'll want to stick around for the answer.

Today, we'll share what pre-MBA programs are - and why Management Consulted recommends you apply. In addition, we'll share how to set yourself apart in the application process.

Listen to the end to hear about special diversity pre-MBA programs that a number of firms (i.e., MBB, L.E.K., Kearney) run each summer.

Application deadlines are coming up shortly - see the links below to learn more and apply.

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We brought BCG Managing Director/Partner Paul Poduri onto the podcast to share about the firm's latest addition to its office portfolio - Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina. The discussion covers:

• Why Raleigh-Durham - and why now?
• BCG's approach to selecting new office locations
• Sectors of focus for BCG Raleigh-Durham
• Top skills/qualities BCG looks for in candidates
• Killer advice for case interview prep
• Paul's top memory from his BCG career

Listen in to understand how one of the world's top consulting firms thinks about expansion!

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Kearney prides itself on providing a path for experienced hires to join the firm - that is what this week's episode is all about!

Joining us is Mark Missirlian, a Manager in the firm's New York office. The fast-paced conversation explores:

• Opportunities for experienced hires at Kearney 
• How to know what role to apply for as a working professional
• How to network your way into consulting as an experienced hire
• Does Kearney have a referral system?
• Turnaround time between invite and interview (spoiler: <1 week)
• Do's and don't for your consulting resume

Kearney does offer sponsorship for consultants at the Senior Business Analyst level and above. Learn more.

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Are your consulting networking efforts leading to dead ends? No responses?

We're re-introducing Management Consulted's not-so-secret formula for writing winning networking emails: the 2:2:2 rule.

Jenny Rae shares what it is and how to apply it to network your way into your target consulting firms.

We also share a quick industry hiring update (spoiler: firms are still hiring!).
 
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Consulting recruiting timelines are, once again, earlier this year than last.

Today, we explain why (spoiler: banking has everything to do with it) and how we recommend applicants respond.

See application deadlines for 2024 intern/full-time roles here.

Need help building your recruiting strategy? Consider our Black Belt case prep program.

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