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A Consultant’s Guide to Navigating the Age of Trump

A Consultant’s Guide to Navigating the Age of Trump

These days, everyone and their mother have an opinion on the current state of political affairs. But how do you navigate the minefield of political opinion while employed in management consulting…
My First Year at McKinsey

MC Coach Interview: My First Year at McKinsey

Today we get a sneak peek into a former McKinsey consultant's first year of life at the firm. True, true - many of you are dreaming about that coveted MBB…

Reader FAQ — weekend getaway flights, new hire jitters, and the LinkedIn labyrinth

While the majority of questions we get from our readers are about breaking into consulting, a good portion of them are from new hires looking for guidance in their first…
Everything You’ve Wanted to Know About International Management Consulting

Everything You’ve Wanted to Know About International Management Consulting

Live in Berlin. Work in Tokyo. Party in Rio. A U.S.-based reader recently emailed me a series of recruiting and lifestyle questions about international management consulting. It's a great topic…

Perks of the Management Consulting Lifestyle

Points and Per Se: Perks of the Management Consulting Lifestyle Disclaimer: The MC Team is passionate about travel, and writes about stuff we think you’ll like. Management Consulted may receive…
11 Tips For New Consultants

11 tips for new consultants to hit the ground running

After releasing a few big products last week, we're back to regularly-scheduled programming. This week, we'll focus on the consulting lifestyle. Today's post is on practical tips to being successful…

How to Become a Killer Financial Modeler

Most readers of this site have heard of Mergers and Inquisitions (M&I). In fact, many of you probably discovered Management Consulted through it - that's how big it's become. Why,…
Management Consulting Jobs: 5 Mistakes That Will Get You Fired

Management Consulting Jobs: 5 Mistakes That Will Get You Fired

First, getting fired in management consulting doesn't happen often. There are many reasons for this (eg, the rigorous recruiting process, the supportive development-focused culture). However, in tough economic times select…

6 Reasons Why Companies Spend $2 Million To Hire Management Consultants

Today's post departs from its usual focus on recruiting to take a 5,000 mile view of the consulting industry and its purpose. Consultants can have a negative reputation - charging…
Top 5 Myths About Travel as a Management Consultant

Top 5 Myths About Travel as a Management Consultant

Travel is a defining characteristic of management consulting regardless of your company. From Bain to Accenture, from McKinsey to Alvarez & Marsal. If you're a consultant, you can expect to…