Understanding the Rationale
When you’re CEO, you’re in this paradoxical situation in which your direct reports often know a lot more than you do in their functional areas.
February 13, 2020
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Inside a Fortune 500 Boardroom
I’ve only been in a Fortune 500 boardroom once. I will never forget it. The conference room had an incredible view of Manhattan. The boardroom
February 11, 2020
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Learning vs. Unlearning
Over the years, I’ve paid a lot of attention to teaching methods. I’ve done so in my role as a teacher in my work and
February 10, 2020
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I Can’t Do That
Let’s take a look at the following two sentences: I can’t do that. I can’t do that… yet. Only one word separates these two sentences.
February 5, 2020
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Mistake vs. Judgment Call
Sometimes, your decisions do not have the positive outcome you wished for. It’s tempting to think that a bad outcome = a bad decision. This
February 3, 2020
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Issue Tree
Like a scientist uses an experiment to test a hypothesis, a consultant uses a framework called an issue tree. An issue tree lays out a
February 1, 2020
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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
From Banking to Consulting
What follows is a success story I received from a reader who transitioned from banking to consulting as an experienced
Shooting Yourself in the Foot
Here in the United States, we have an idiomatic expression that says to avoid “shooting yourself in the foot.” If
Internship Success Stories
The following emails come from readers who have successfully landed internships at consulting firms all over the world. I hope
Offers in South America
These success stories come from readers who have landed offers in South America. I hope that their experiences can help
F1Y Success Stories
The stories below are from readers who have successfully landed their first management consulting offer. I think you may find
Offers from Non-Target Schools
The following success stories come from readers who have landed offers after graduating from non-target schools. Success Story: I wanted
Offer after Final Round Rejection
Success Story: I am most certain that you receive hundreds of emails from people world-wide expressing their thanks for your
Prep Tips from McKinsey F1Y
This F1Y’s report of the preparation needed to secure a McKinsey offer should be useful to you. Success Story: I
From Actress to BCG Consultant – Tips on How to Successfully Prepare for a BCG Case Interview
I recently received this success story from an actress (now a BCG consultant), and thought you would find her suggestions