Strategy Simplified

By Management Consulted

Strategy Simplified is here to demystify the consulting industry and help you land your dream job in management consulting. Hosted by the expert team at Management Consulted - the world's largest r

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November 14, 2025S21E8: How Giovanni Navigated Visas and Networking to Earn His BCG Miami Offer
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What does it take for an international, non-target student to land a full-time offer at MBB? Giovanni Coeli joins us to share the exact playbook he used to overcome visa hurdles, stand out as a non-target candidate, and earn his offer at BCG Miami.
In this episode, Giovanni breaks down:
His intentional networking system
How he identified the right offices (and why Miami won)
The diplomatic approach he used to build internal support
His case prep strategy and go-to drills
The biggest myths international and non-target candidates should ignore
If you’re aiming for McKinsey, Bain, or BCG from outside the U.S. or outside a target school, this conversation is your roadmap.
Additional Resources:
Level up your prep with Black Belt — includes 1:1 coaching, digital assessment practice tests, and personalized support from MBB coaches
Get every case, drill, and recruiting resource in one place with the All Access Pass™
Partner Links:
Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.

MBB Undergrad Timelines Are This Month
Application deadlines are the earliest we've ever seen; join Black Belt for an accelerated, MBB-led prep program
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38min
November 12, 2025S21E7: The MBA1 Playbook to Land an MBB Consulting Internship
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Getting into consulting as an MBA1 isn’t luck – it’s strategy. In this episode, Katie Neff – Management Consulted’s Black Belt Advisor – walks through the exact roadmap to land an MBB consulting internship.
With McKinsey, Bain, and BCG internship applications due November 13, now is the moment to take action.
From crafting a standout consulting resume to building a smart networking plan and mastering case prep, Katie breaks down what separates successful candidates from the rest.
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Prep smarter with our Black Belt program — includes digital assessment practice tests for MBB
Build a standout, MBB-ready resume using our free Consulting Resume Template
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Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.

MBB Undergrad Timelines Are This Month
Application deadlines are the earliest we've ever seen; join Black Belt for an accelerated, MBB-led prep program
I Am That Content Creator Podcast
The podcast for multi-passionate, serial entrepreneurs.
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
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54min
November 11, 2025S21E6: Inside the Company Powering the AI Boom
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CoreWeave isn’t OpenAI or Nvidia, but it’s powering both.
We unpack how this lesser-known company became essential to the AI ecosystem, including:
What CoreWeave actually does and why it matters
How $55B in backlog signals explosive demand
Why data centers, not apps, may define the next AI wave
What an “AI capex bubble” could look like
A fast, insightful breakdown of the infrastructure race behind AI’s biggest players.
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Chapters
02:57 CoreWeave's Financial Performance and Market Position
05:52 Understanding CoreWeave's Role in AI Architecture
08:34 Customer Relationships and Demand for AI Infrastructure
11:33 Competitive Landscape and Capital Requirements
14:10 The Bubble Discussion: AI Market Dynamics
17:03 National Security and Data Center Infrastructure
20:36 CoreWeave's Business Strategy and Future Outlook
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.

MBB Undergrad Timelines Are This Month
Application deadlines are the earliest we've ever seen; join Black Belt for an accelerated, MBB-led prep program
Connect With Management Consulted
Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
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31min
November 07, 2025S21E5: Why Holiday Hiring Is Down But Sales Aren’t
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Retailers plan the lightest holiday hiring since the Great Recession, but spending is still projected to top $1T.
We dig into:
Why demand smoothing and e-comm shift cut seasonal roles
How “slower” in-store flow can increase basket size
What segmentation and channels mean for labor needs
Why tariff headlines often overstate price impact
Actionable takeaways for leaders on staffing, ops, and margin protection.
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Chapters
00:30 Holiday Season Retail Trends
06:12 E-commerce Impact on Retail Hiring
11:51 Customer Experience and Retail Staffing
18:42 Understanding Consumer Spending Dynamics
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.
Connect With Management Consulted
Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
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22min
November 07, 2025S21E4: Consulting’s Big Shift: October 2025 Market Breakdown
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The consulting market just flipped. Bonuses are tightening, hiring is shifting toward AI-savvy talent, and clients now demand proof of impact.
In this episode, Andrew breaks down the key findings from Management Consulted’s October 2025 Consulting Industry Report — including bonus changes, firm acquisitions, private equity trends, and where firms are hiring now.

Download the full report here.
Are you currently working in management consulting? Take this quarter's Sentiment Survey.
Additional Resources:
Listen daily on Market Outsiders for fast consulting market updates
Want to stand out in this competitive market? Get personalized coaching through our Black Belt program
Partner Links:
Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.
Connect With Management Consulted
Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
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9min
November 06, 2025BONUS: How the Government Shutdown Grounded America’s Flights
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The FAA just announced flight cuts at 40 U.S. airports, all tied to the government shutdown.
In this bonus episode:
Why air traffic control staffing is reaching a breaking point
How airlines like Delta and United will decide what to cancel
What smart leaders do when government policy hits business operations
A quick 15-minute breakdown on policy, pressure, and decision-making when the skies (and D.C.) shut down.
Partner Links:
Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025
Chapters
00:40 Understanding the Government Shutdown
03:26 Impact on Airlines and Air Travel
06:02 Business Leadership During Crisis
07:06 Operational Strategies for Airlines
11:35 Customer Relations and Communication
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.
Connect With Management Consulted
Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
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19min
November 06, 2025S21E3: Can Pinterest Survive the AI Shopping Revolution?
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Pinterest just had one of its worst trading days ever, and blamed tariffs.
We dig into what’s really behind the drop:
Why ad revenue might be a Pinterest problem, not a tariff problem
How user behavior has shifted away from “mood board” culture
What it would take for Pinterest to stay relevant in an AI-driven shopping world
Plus, Namaan and Jenny Rae debate whether Pinterest’s next move is reinvention or acquisition.
Partner Links:
Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025
Chapters
03:12 Pinterest's Earnings Report and Ad Revenue Concerns
06:25 The Impact of Tariffs on Pinterest's Business Model
08:57 Competition from Chatbots and AI in User Engagement
11:53 The Future of Pinterest: AI-Powered Shopping Assistant
14:54 Challenges of Being an Intermediary in the Age of AI
17:47 Potential for Pinterest to Become a Tastemaker
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.

MBB Undergrad Timelines Are This Month
Application deadlines are the earliest we've ever seen; join Black Belt for an accelerated, MBB-led prep program
Connect With Management Consulted
Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
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30min
November 05, 2025S21E2: The #1 Case Interview Habit That Gets You the Offer
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What separates candidates who crush their case interviews from those who fall short?
Former Bain consultant Jenny Rae Le Roux reveals the #1 habit that top performers share – and it’s not about frameworks or math.
If you’re preparing for McKinsey, BCG, Bain, or any consulting interview, this is the mindset shift that changes everything.
Additional Resources:
Work 1:1 with an MBB coach through our Black Belt program for personalized prep that gets you from practice to offer
Partner Links:
Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.
Connect With Management Consulted
Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
...more
10min
October 31, 2025S21E1: Bain Case Interview – Can You Make Small Gyms More Profitable?
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In this Bain case interview, ex-Bain consultant and coach Juliane Hoss walks through a profitability case on franchising small gyms.
Listen as she guides a candidate through structuring, quant, and communication – and hear expert coaching along the way on how to think (and sound) like a Bain consultant.
Learn how to:
Clarify objectives and criteria of success early
Prioritize profit levers with confidence
Communicate like a top-tier consultant
Whether you’re gearing up for final rounds or just starting your prep, this case will help you turn practice into offers.
Work with Juliane:
See Juliane's coaching calendar
Purchase the Black Belt case prep program for 1:1 coaching with Juliane (8-10 hours)
Connect on LinkedIn
Additional Resources:
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.

MBB Undergrad Timelines Are This Month
Application deadlines are the earliest we've ever seen; join Black Belt for an accelerated, MBB-led prep program
I Am That Content Creator Podcast
The podcast for multi-passionate, serial entrepreneurs.
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Connect With Management Consulted
Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
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49min
October 30, 2025S20E30: PayPal plugs into ChatGPT for E-Commerce
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Namaan and Jenny Rae break down PayPal’s new integration with ChatGPT and what it means for e commerce.
They cover how checkout could live inside AI, who wins and loses across retailers and suppliers, and why PayPal’s first dividend signals a new chapter.
They also map OpenAI’s business model today. Subscriptions. Enterprise licensing. Future transaction fees. Possible ads. What shifts when 800 million people use ChatGPT weekly.
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Chapters
03:24 The E-commerce Landscape and PayPal's Role
06:25 Disruption in Retail and Customer Relationships
09:11 PayPal's Business Model and Market Reaction
12:15 Implications of PayPal's Dividend Announcement
15:05 OpenAI's Business Model and Revenue Streams
17:57 Future of E-commerce with ChatGPT
21:54 Ethical Considerations and User Trust
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.

MBB Undergrad Timelines Are This Month
Application deadlines are the earliest we've ever seen; join Black Belt for an accelerated, MBB-led prep program
Connect With Management Consulted
Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
...more
38min

FAQs about Strategy Simplified:

How many episodes does Strategy Simplified have?

The podcast currently has 686 episodes available.

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