Feedback Loops
One of the most useful management tools is the feedback loop. Feedback involves some mechanism that provides you with data on whether your actions are
October 9, 2019
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BCG Success Stories
I frequently receive emails from readers who have successfully landed an offer from BCG. I want to share their stories so you can see what
October 9, 2019
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Tips for the Case Interview
This article focuses on a few questions that I’ve been asked by readers. The tips that I recommend for these individuals may also be useful
October 9, 2019
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Common Questions on the Case Interview
Here are some common questions that I’ve received about the case interview and my replies. The first is around timing your hypothesis. Question: Your resources
October 9, 2019
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Ad Hominem Attacks on Greta Thunberg
Over the last week or so, I’ve been watching people’s reactions to 16-year-old climate activist Greta Thunberg. A year ago, she led a protest of
October 7, 2019
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Interview Advice from McKinsey New Hire
Success Story: I am a fresh grad who got an offer from McKinsey, and I can assure everyone that CaseInterview.com is what drove me into
October 4, 2019
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The Three Ways to Argue
There are three ways to argue with someone: Tell them why they are wrong Tell them why they are wrong,
The Secret to Better Cooking
Over the last few years, I’ve been taking a number of cooking classes and have discovered a few big insights.
Well-Educated vs. Well-Schooled
A few years before I was born, humankind achieved a remarkable feat. We landed a human being on the moon.
Impaired & Borrowed Functioning
People with low self-esteem have an impaired ability to validate themselves. I know. I used to be one of them.
Margin of Error
I find it useful to learn from other disciplines. If you want to stand out in your field, borrow ideas
The Leadership Vacuum
No organization is perfect. The world changes constantly and it’s impossible to pursue all the right opportunities with all the
With Deep Gratitude
By the time you read this, I will be in my kitchen with my green apron on, cooking up my
Sharpen Your Axe
In the United States, there’s a historical quote attributed to President Abraham Lincoln that says: “Give me six hours to
What You Said vs. What You Meant
In my four years at Stanford, I took approximately 45 classes to obtain two degrees. When I look back at
The Decline of Logic
When I was at McKinsey, fact-based, well-reasoned logic was prized. It didn’t matter if you were in your 15th year