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5 more common mistakes in consulting resumes that we’ve been editing

We’ve been offering a resume editing service since site launch. In this time, we’ve had the fortune to work with hundreds of clients.
Below is a list of 5 more common resume mistakes we’ve noticed. You can also refer to the previous posts: Top 10 consulting resume mistakes and Top 10 resume tips.
1. Overly small font for [...]

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How to write a management consulting resume from scratch – plus 10 critical tips

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Management consulting resumes are a frequent topic here.
For one, about 50% of reader emails are related to resumes. For two, you can’t land a consulting job without a good one.
While we’ve covered resume topics like key tips, tactical errors, and even how consultants read resumes, today’s post will be a comprehensive “catch-all” to address reader [...]

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Management consulting interviews: the biggest mistake you can make in the fit interview

Time for a major content injection. In the next 3 posts, I will add to prior articles on management consulting interviews.
The first post will focus on the biggest mistake you can make in consulting fit interviews – and how to avoid that pitfall.
The second post will focus on case study interviews. Finally, the third [...]

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Welcome to new readers, an interview with Social Geekette, and useful resources for understanding management consulting

This blog has been growing my leaps and bounds. I’ve really appreciated meeting readers and helping people in their quest to break into the consulting industry.
For new readers, consider subscribing to my RSS. It’s the most convenient way to receive blog updates – and expect a slew of content in the next few days
Here are [...]

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How management consultants read resumes – and the secrets behind landing an interview

The resume screening process is a black box for applicants – you only know whether you’ve gotten the interview or been rejected. In rare cases, you’ll get feedback on why you didn’t make the cut, but the advice is generic (“You didn’t have enough work experience”).
If you’re interested in finance and investment banking, the best [...]

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