They Call It…The Consulting Bible. Before You Apply To McKinsey, Here’s How You’ll Dominate Your Interviews

Do you stumble when asked why you’d be a great consultant?  

Do you sweat when nervously thinking about how Disney can expand its operations in Brazil?

Does your mind spin when frantically estimating the number of rhesus monkeys in India?

I know you said yes to at least 2 of those questions. I also know that even for the first question, the answer you think is good can definitely be better.

Learn more about the interview preparation guide that helped land offers at BCG, Accenture, and McKinsey in a recession economy.

Master fit questions, conquer case studies, and become the smartest interviewer in the room. Because in this economy, only the best will get job offers.

I used to work at McKinsey in its New York office. Through resume editing and interview preparation, I’ve helped 60+ people land interviews and offers in the consulting world (including such esteemed firms as McKinsey, BCG, and Mercer). Through hours of phone and email conversations, I share every secret that I know – telling them exactly what consulting interview questions to expect, the difference between good and great case study responses, and the answer techniques that separate offerees from the rejects.

The Consulting Bible is like a 10 hour phone call where I tell you every secret I know about getting jobs at the world’s best consulting firms.

Let’s be honest. We’re in a recession economy and breaking into consulting is hard. Hiring numbers are way down. You’ll need every edge that you can get – particularly when it’s risk-free.

If you’re one of those super-impatient people, you can click here to buy it now. Otherwise, feel free to continue reading.

Here is a quick overview of what you’ll find in The Bible:

• 92 pages covering every conceivable topic central to consulting interviews – from general preparation tips to why interviewers ask specific fit questions, from tips on analyzing charts to bottoms-up approaches for sizing questions
• Over 60 fit questions that you’re guaranteed to hear in consulting interviews. Understanding them will enable you to destroy every consulting interview question you’ll ever face.
• 5 sizing questions (what I like to call mini-cases) – including 2 where I provide multiple solution methods. These 5 are comprehensive, complex, and will be more challenging than any you’ll face from the likes of Bain and BCG
• 4 case studies with exhibits – found exclusively in this guide, these case studies are ground zero for mastering case skills that every consultant must demonstrate

The guide not only provides specific tips on how to answer each question, but it tells you what the interviewer is looking for and offer an example answer that I’d be comfortable using myself

For serious applicants only: Buy it now and start conquering consulting

 

Here’s what people have been saying:

Here are 5 pages -the Table of Contents, the Preface, a sample fit interview page, a sample sizing page, and a sample case study page:

Wow, it looks pretty good. What else can you tell me?

Because you’ve read all the way here, I know you’re curious about the exact insights that the Bible offers. Here they are -

On fit and experiential interview questions…

• The 16 consulting interview tips to make yourself stand out before, during, and after (pg. 6-7)
• One phrase that everyone encourages you to use but you should never say in an actual interview (pg. 6)
• The 5-minute investment on one skill that will make you better than 90% of interviewers (pg. 6)
• 4 secrets to answer any fit question that the best interviewers instinctively know (pg. 8)
• Why your business background prior to an MBA can hurt you, and how to prevent this from happening (pg. 13)
• The 2/4 point structure for tackling resume questions – and how to use this framework for any fit question (pg. 15)
• What to never say when discussing why you turned down return offers (pg. 18)
• 5 personal qualities that consultants universally respect and that you must convey (pg. 19)
• The worst mistake you can make when answering questions about your future (pg. 19)
• How to build rapport through your responses to personality questions (pgs. 21-23)
• 1 personality question where a great answer will knock their socks off (pg. 21)
• 1 topic you must avoid when asked about any question, and particularly about failures (pg. 23)
• An example response that I’d actually be comfortable giving for “Greatest weakness” (pg. 24)
• The 3 questions that if you’re not asked, then I was never a consultant (pgs. 26-28)
• The one component that people always miss when discussing their leadership (pg. 29)
• The toughest question you’ll encounter – and a response that will leave the interviewer eager to work with you! (pgs. 29-30)
• 3 traits to demonstrate a sincere interest in the firm and the industry (pg. 32)
• 2 topics you shouldn’t discuss when asked why you’re interested in management consulting (pgs. 32-33)
• 2 phrases that must be avoided when discussing why you want to work at their firm (pg. 34)
• The best way to answer the question of “Why a boutique?” (pg. 36)
• One critical topic that when explaining a move overseas (or, for international applicants, a move to the U.S.) (pg. 39)
• The 3 checkmarks you must earn in explaining your career change to consulting (pg. 40)
• The Cliff Notes method for sounding like an expert on today’s business topics (pgs. 43-45)
• How to sound like a consultant when asked about specific companies and industries (pg. 44)
• Be prepared for the one business topic that I guarantee will be discussed (pg. 45)
• What you should never say when asked questions about your recruiting status (pg. 47)
• How to show flaws that make you sound sincere and trustworthy without looking unreliable (pg. 51)

On sizing questions and mini-case studies…

• Why sizing questions can be trickier than case studies (pg. 49)
• 4 reasons why they’re asked – and the tips that will help you master them (pg. 49)
• Example questions that you can ask to sound smart without annoying the interviewer (pg. 50)
• Multiple approaches to each question so you see the best solution possible
• The one test that you must know and use with each answer (pg. 51)
• How to be 80/20…without being 50/10 (pg. 53)

On case studies…

• 5 case study principles that the best interviewers know by heart (pg. 57)
• 2 frameworks that must be memorized…and will be used repeatedly (pg. 57)
• 1 thing the best interviewers do that automatically makes you sound like a consultant (pg. 57)
• Example questions that you can ask to sound smart for each case
• Suggestions on creative responses – so you can be both structured and out-of-the-box
• Example differences between good answers and truly distinctive responses (pgs. 61-62)
• The 3 components of summary responses – aka, the elevator test
• Quantitative questions that cover market size, marginal profit, fixed and variable costs, and other key concepts that you must know

The Consulting Bible doesn’t just teach you how to land consulting jobs.

It teaches you how to communicate better, because every professional interaction you have is like an interview. As you think about that, where in life could you use better communication skills?

Of course, The Bible isn’t perfect.

It could have 50 case studies. 200 fit questions.

You know what? It will soon. I’m actually working on it as you read this page.

The first edition started out as a 60-page guide. The second edition is closing in on 100 packed pages.

And as a second edition special, you’ll receive free lifetime updates.

60-day, 100% money-back guarantee

If you aren’t 100% satisfied, I’ll personally refund your money. All you need to do is email me. You get to keep the guide, and you’ll get your money back.

Of the close to a thousand readers now, only 3 have requested a refund. Their money was returned hassle-free within 24 hours. I hope that demonstrates the value that readers have received.

This all sounds great. What’s the cost?

The total price for The Consulting Bible is only $25.

It’s an ebook that is instantly delivered to you, and remember – you receive lifetime updates for free!

After your purchase, you can download it immediately. No hassle with shipping.

Some last thoughts:

The Consulting Bible is priced low for 2 reasons:

1. I want to reward dedicated readers – you’ve stayed with me as Management Consulted has grown by obscene amounts just in the last 6 months

2. I want people to get at least 10 times their money’s worth. Believe me, it’s for selfish reasons as much as for your benefit

I can be one of the most skeptical people when it comes to buying benefits online.

But the customer reviews speak for themselves. I’ve invested hundreds of hours to make sure that each individual page is insightful, informative, and doesn’t waste your time.

Oh and finally, if you purchase the guide and don’t agree with me 150%, you can return it for a full refund. If you do so, I only ask that you provide me feedback on how to make it better. Because I see this project as a lifelong investment – it’s going to get smarter, bigger, and even more useful.

Get The Consulting Bible today and learn the secrets of getting a job at Bain, BCG, and McKinsey!

Additional questions:

Will the guide be helpful for senior positions?

Absolutely. The tips for each section and many of the consulting interview questions will be similar. There’s even a section on questions for experienced hires/career changers.

I’m interviewing for IT/technology consulting positions. How can the guide help me?

Your interview will naturally differ from the strategy consulting model – but they will ask questions about your resume, your background, your preparation for the job. All of which are covered in this guide.

Why are there no “technical questions”?

Unlike finance, management consulting interviews rarely ask technical questions. The closest you’ll come are questions about current business topics and the occasional brainteaser (both of which are included). The technical skills needed for consulting are tested in sizing questions and case studies – which this guide discusses in-depth.

Can I buy the book in print?

No. It’d be great to have a print version – but I believe the speed and flexibility of the online version is superior. You can start practicing consulting interview questions in less than 5 minutes!

What even more customers have been saying:

Hi Kevin, I live in Australia, just got an offer call from Bain this past Friday. Used your consulting bible. Thank you for making it — perhaps the best $25 I’ve ever spent. For fit / behavioral questions, it was really spot on. I can’t recall how many times during the interview process people either said, ‘tell me about xxx in your resume’ or ‘tell me about a time when xxx;’ — although the questions weren’t always exactly the ones in the bible, my prepared stories / answers to the questions in the bible were enough that I was able to handle every behavioral q that came up during the entire interview process. – Ronjon, who received an offer from Bain Australia

Hello, I have been reading your website for a while, and have purchased your Consulting Bible. I just received an offer to Booz Allen Hamilton, it is for an engineering/tech role. Thanks for providing a great resource! – Azum, who received an offer from BAH

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