Kate Spradley is a powerhouse, a force of nature. A woman who graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy, got her first graduate degree in Geological Engineering, and who spent 8 years as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps. Kate … Continue Reading
Whether you’re a takeout or dine-in kind of person, restaurant purchases probably make up a large portion of your monthly spend. In fact, the average U.S. family spends $250/month on dining out. If you don’t have a credit card that … Continue Reading
I’ve been reflecting recently on my life and my work. It started 1 month ago at my Columbia Business School reunion. Reunions do that – make you evaluate if you are where you thought you would be – and where … Continue Reading
Fast math. Whether you majored in Economics, English, or History, you will be expected to be comfortable with math during your consulting case interviews. To be more specific, you’ll need to be good at fast math. If math isn’t your … Continue Reading
Today, we’re breaking down an advanced strategy to maximize your Chase Ultimate Rewards Points. Say hello to the Chase Trifecta – sync your everyday spending between the Chase Sapphire Reserve, Ink Business Preferred Credit Card, and Chase Freedom Unlimited to … Continue Reading
Porter’s Five Forces is one of the most well known business frameworks in the world. Named after its founder, Michael Porter, Five Forces provides a structured way of analyzing an industry and understanding how companies fit into the overall competitive … Continue Reading
The McKinsey consulting case interview – there are so many things to become familiar with in McKinsey consulting interview prep. Of course, there are the basics that you have to learn. But additionally, there are things that most people don’t … Continue Reading
Case Interview Complete Prep Guide. Ask any consultant, and they’ll have their own take and probably a few tips. “Be More Structured” – that’s the most famous tip. “Lots of case interview practice.” There’s another zinger. “Be good at mental … Continue Reading
At some point, you’ve probably heard about the Big 4 accounting firms. Deloitte, PwC, Ernst & Young, and KPMG are titans in the business world and each boast revenues in the billions. Altogether, they generated over $148 billion in revenue … Continue Reading
Consulting is known for its business travel – so much, in fact, that it’s hard to describe your work in the industry without mentioning the constant flights and hotel nights. While it’s great to rack up points and enjoy nice … Continue Reading