Lessons from my “Lazy” Daughter
When my oldest was eight years old, she decided that she wanted more money than the allowance she got from me. She thought about who
May 7, 2019
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Thoughts on Data Analysis
One of my volunteering goals for this year has been to train to be a volunteer emergency medical first responder. I found it quite eye-opening
May 5, 2019
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Can You be Too Prepared for a Case Interview?
Recently I have received several emails from readers asking if you can be “too prepared” for a case interview. My answer is both yes and
April 30, 2019
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How to Balance Work and Life in Management Consulting
Is it possible to balance work and life as a management consultant? Yes, I think it is, but you can’t always manage it when you
April 30, 2019
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Mastering the Case Interview
When learning any activity, there is a transformation that takes place as your skills improve. It is like learning to drive a car. Initially, you have to think about
April 30, 2019
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Second Chance Case Interviews
Recently I received the following email from a reader who was rejected by McKinsey in the second round. What follows is our exchange and my
April 30, 2019
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Hypothesis vs. Framework
I receive many emails asking if I have a framework for XYZ kind of case. Often XYZ is something a
McKinsey APD vs. McKinsey Experienced Hire
Question on McKinsey APD vs. Experienced Hire: First, thank you so much for providing your online materials. I recently found
McKinsey – Do Women Matter?
Question: Is it a strike against you to be a woman with family + young children when applying to Top Tier firms like MBB?
Case Interview During a Meal
Question: Hi Victor, I’ve been reading your emails and following the LOMS program for the last two months. I had
McKinsey Interview Dress Code
Question: When interviewing with companies like McKinsey, how formal should we be with dress? Is there a limit on how
McKinsey Interview Format
Reader Email: The position I applied to at McKinsey was the Fellow program (I applied holding a Master’s degree in
BCG Atlanta Offer
BCG Interview – Success Story I wanted to thank you for your guidance during the consulting interviewing process. The videos and
Intelligence vs. Wisdom as a Consultant
A common mistake made by new consultants is mistaking their intellect for wisdom. The two are not the same thing.
Capital One Case Interview
Capital One Case Interview Question: I’ve been a member of your program for a couple weeks now and I have
McKinsey & BCG Maximum Age Cut Off
Question: one question and one business idea for you. If you like it, you will hire me as a consultant