Strategy Simplified Podcast

Strategy Simplified is here to demystify the consulting industry and help you land your dream job in management consulting.

Each episode covers topics related to the consulting world, from interview preparation and case study techniques to networking strategies and industry trends.

Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to make a transition, Strategy Simplified is the go-to resource for anyone looking to break into the consulting industry.

Investor Group Services – The Boston Firm Changing the Landscape of Private Equity Consulting (Podcast)

We're excited to be joined by Brian Fleming (Managing Director) and Peter Lee (VP), two leaders at Investor Group Services (IGS). IGS is a boutique consulting firm that provides M&A…

A Week in the Life of a BCG Consultant with Fangfei Yin

Fangfei Yin spent 4 years at BCG out of undergrad and is now in the process of getting an MBA at Stanford GSB. On the side, she helps aspiring consultants…

Why Networking is Crucial in Consulting Recruiting (Podcast)

Today we're bringing you another consulting underdog story. This time, we chat with Taylor Robertson, a non-target school candidate who went from not even knowing what strategy consulting was to…

Pranav’s Journey From Bain To B-School to BCG (Podcast)

In this episode, we interview Pranav Aggarwal who brings a unique perspective to the table having worked for both Bain and BCG. Pranav shares: Why he left Bain (2:18) His…

Bain Partner Hernan Saenz on Performance Improvement (Podcast)

In this episode, we interview Hernan Saenz, Global Head of Bain's Performance Improvement practice. Hernan - with 25 years of experience at Bain - shares what businesses need to do…

Cognizant Consulting, the Consultancy Bridging Business and Tech (Podcast)

In this episode, we're bringing you a fast-paced conversation with Michael Valocchi, SVP & Head of Cognizant Consulting and Americas Strategy. In it, we take a deep-dive into all things…

The Backbone of Palm Tree: Culture, Values, and Recruiting (Podcast)

We've been hearing a lot about the work and culture at M&A advisory firm Palm Tree. Today, we're taking a step back to learn about the "secret sauce" that has…

A Summer at OC&C Strategy Consultants (Podcast)

OC&C Strategy Consultants is the fast-growing pure-play strategy house everyone is talking about. In this episode, we're talking with a former intern/current consultant (Lexa) and a current intern (Justin) to…

Day in the Life of a Palm Tree Associate (Podcast)

What does a day in the life of an M&A advisory consultant look like? You're about to find out. in this episode, we chat with Garrett Adame, a Senior Associate…

How L.E.K. Supports and Encourages Diversity (Podcast)

We're excited to bring you this diversity-centered conversation with the folks over at L.E.K. Consulting. We got to sit down (virtually) with Justin Craigwell-Graham and Jen Wu, Managing Directors at…

How Palm Tree Advises Private Equity Clients To Create Value in Complex M&A Situations (Podcast)

We're excited to share this conversation with Palm Tree's Rouzheen Myrick (SVP) with you! She shares about Palm Tree's practice areas, what type of candidate the firm is looking for,…

A Summer in Consulting at L.E.K. with Partner Gigi Wong (Podcast)

Gigi Wong joined L.E.K. Consulting as a summer intern in 2013, crushed the experience, then stuck around to become a Managing Director/Partner. In this podcast conversation, you'll hear about her…