How to Criticize (and Have Them Thank You)
In a recent article, I wrote about an interesting application of the 80/20 rule as it applies to musical songwriting. I had no idea it would
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When & Why “A” Players Get Fired
The majority of the time, it pays to be an “A” player — a superstar achiever — in your company. However, there are some times
December 11, 2019
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The Mental Role Model
I spend the bulk of my time in my career either learning, teaching, or troubleshooting. I just got off the phone with a new client
December 11, 2019
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Your Relationships = Your Net Worth
When I left McKinsey to start my own company, a number of my McKinsey friends also left to do the same. My two back-to-back startup
December 11, 2019
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Why Not You?
My favorite quote from the 2014 Superbowl was, “Why Not You?” It was a saying attributed to the father of Russell Wilson, quarterback of the 2014 champion
December 11, 2019
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The Paradox of Paradox
I find the word paradox fascinating. Definition: A paradox is a statement that apparently contradicts itself and yet might be true. Most logical paradoxes are
December 11, 2019
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Monitor Deloitte Consulting Interview Tips
The following is a success story from a CaseInterview.com student who recently received an offer from Monitor Deloitte and his tips
Confidence vs. Ignorance
Many of my students have been told that they need to have “confidence” and “fake it until you make it.”
The Importance of a Consulting Cover Letter
As a former consulting resume and cover letter reader for McKinsey, and someone who has reviewed thousands of applications, I have noticed
LEK Internship
Below is a success story from a CaseInterview.com student that received a LEK internship offer recently, she elaborates on how
LEK Consulting Interview
Below is a success story from a CaseInterview.com student who comes from a non-business background and recently received an LEK offer.
Roland Berger Interview Format
What follows is an exchange I had recently with a CaseInterview.com student about his upcoming Roland Berger interview that he
Unforced Errors
The sports of baseball and tennis include references to a concept called an “unforced error.” This means a player makes
Roland Berger 2nd Round Case Interview
Below is a question I received from a CaseInterview.com student about 2nd round case interviews and time limits. I am
Study Market Demand
While most people see me as a teacher, I see myself as a lifetime student. One of the many things
Monitor Deloitte Role Playing Interview
What follows is a question from a CaseInterview.com student about his final round interview at Monitor Deloitte. The interview was