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Case Interview Myths, Mistakes, and Fixes Straight from MBB Coaches

Interviews coming up? This episode is your shortcut to consulting interview success.

3 Management Consulted case coaches – Ish Mawla (BCG), Mark Di Giorgio (McKinsey), and Tobe Ofili (Bain) – join forces to share their best insider advice on how to fix common case interview mistakes and avoid sabotaging your prep. They reveal how to:

  • Build structures that flex beyond memorized frameworks
  • Improve fast, accurate mental math
  • Balance behavioral and case prep effectively
  • Handle nerves and recover when you’re stumped
  • Identify and close your personal skill gaps

If you’re ready to move from “stuck” to “offer,” this is the conversation you’ve been waiting for.

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