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Bain & Company is hiring NOW for Associate Consultants and Consultants. The firm is one of the most competitive to break into - and too many candidates make avoidable mistakes that sink their chances.

Listen to this episode for the most common application and interview mistakes candidates make when recruiting for Bain, and how you can sidestep them.

Bain doesn't conduct just-in-time hiring often - take advantage of this rare opportunity.

Purchase tailored resume and cover letter edits to boost your application or go all-in with Black Belt for edits + expert coaching!

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Canva has taken the design world by storm - offering easy-to-use tools for everyone from casual users to global enterprises. With a skyrocketing valuation and millions of loyal users, the platform has redefined graphic design.

In this segment of Business Breakdowns, Jenny Rae Le Roux and Namaan Mian explore Canva’s business model, growth opportunities, and the risks that could shape its future. 

But as competition from Adobe, AI-powered tools, and other upstarts continues, can Canva continue its rapid expansion? Or will the design disruptor struggle to maintain its momentum?

Tune in to see what’s next for Canva.

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The 2025 Top Consulting Firms Ranking by Management Consulted is here! See the ranking now.

Listen to this short episode for 3 key insights the ranking tells us about the consulting industry - where it is today and where it's heading. 

Did DOGE really make the list? See the ranking to find out.

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The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), helmed by Elon Musk, has been tasked with optimizing federal processes, cutting redundancies, and improving transparency in government operations.

Now, large consulting firms are in DOGE's crosshairs. The top 10 largest consulting firms that do business with the U.S. government have been called in to "defend the spend" this Friday. These firms represent over $65B in outstanding consulting contracts.

Whether you agree with DOGE's mission or not isn't the point - the U.S. government is the single largest consumer of consulting services in the world, and this steady revenue stream is under threat for some of the world's largest consulting firms.

The Wall Street Journal broke this news - read the original article.

Chapters

1. What do federal consultants do? (1:00)
2. What is DOGE? (2:00)
3. What is the current state of play? (3:02)
4. What does this mean for consulting firms? (6:56)
5. What does this mean for job seekers? (8:39)

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What does a BCG healthcare case interview really look like? Find out in this live breakdown.

In this episode, former BCG consultant Ish Mawla guides a candidate through a realistic, healthcare-focused case interview - just like the ones used in actual BCG interviews.

You’ll get a front-row seat as the candidate navigates frameworks, complex math, data analysis, and executive-level communication under pressure. 

Then, Ish provides a detailed performance review, breaking down what worked, what didn’t, and how to improve - insights you can apply to your own prep.

Want expert coaching to land your consulting offer? 

Ish works 1:1 with candidates through Management Consulted’s Black Belt program - but spots are limited. Don’t miss your chance to work with him!

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If you're a sophomore eyeing a consulting internship, the time to start preparing is now - even if it feels too early.

With firms recruiting a full year in advance, your 2026 internship interviews will happen in 2025 - and the candidates who win have a strategy in place well before applications open (as early as June!).

In this episode, the Management Consulted team lays out the 3 pillars of a winning recruiting strategy, breaking down:

• Key milestones you need to hit
• Common pitfalls that can derail your chances
• How to stand out - whether you're at an Ivy League or a non-target school

Whether you're deep into case prep or just learning what consulting is, this episode will help you craft a clear roadmap so you’re not caught off guard when recruiting heats up.

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Advanced Degree Candidates - speaking to PhDs, JDs, MDs, Postdocs, PharmDs, etc. - what if you could "skip the line" to a consulting role?

You can, through Bridge Programs designed specifically for ADCs! These programs offer a direct path to consulting, often ending with a guaranteed final-round interview for a full-time role - and application deadlines are coming up soon.

In this episode, you'll hear directly from leaders at Bain & Company, ClearView Healthcare Partners, Guidehouse, and L.E.K. Consulting as they share:

• Why they love to hire Advanced Degree Candidates - and what they look for 
• An overview of each Bridge Program so you know what to expect
• Common (but avoidable) mistakes to steer clear of during the application and interview process

Tune in to discover how to leverage your advanced degree and accelerate your path to consulting with these top firms.

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When Cam didn’t land a McKinsey internship, he could have given up. Instead, he used the rejection as fuel to come back stronger for full-time recruiting. 

A year later, with a revamped strategy and relentless preparation, he secured the coveted Business Analyst role.

In this episode, Cam pulls back the curtain on exactly how he did it, sharing:

• The Excel tracker he used to organize networking and case prep
• Tips for excelling in the Personal Experience Interview (PEI)
• The biggest misconception he had about recruiting

If you’re in the thick of consulting recruiting (or gearing up for it), this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!

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With a business model built on innovation and recurring revenue, Adobe dominates the creative software space. But as competition rises and AI disrupts the landscape, how can it protect its market share?

In this episode of Business Breakdowns, Jenny Rae Le Roux and Namaan Mian dive into Adobe’s business model, explore untapped growth opportunities, and assess the risks that could threaten its dominance.

Can Adobe stay ahead of the curve, or will challengers like Canva chip away at its creative stronghold?

Business Breakdowns drops on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. Have a company you'd like to see profiled? Let us know via text or email.

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Freshmen and sophomores - it's time to act. Application deadlines for summer "early entry" programs are coming due as soon as February 23 at firms like KPMG, Bain, PwC, and BCG. These programs represent a streamlined path into consulting - if you can get in. 

Today's conversation is with Alex Poroy, who participated in multiple early entry programs on his way to an Associate Consultant role at Bain. He breaks down:

• Who these early entry programs are for
• Why to consider applying
• Benefits of participating

See upcoming application deadlines here.

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