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.

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BCG Recruiting Tips from a Former Marine Turned Consultant (Katie’s Story)

Katie Neff’s path to consulting was anything but typical. After 8 years in the Marine Corps, she pivoted through a dual degree at Columbia and went on to land a…

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How AI Is Getting Candidates Blacklisted

In this urgent episode, we reveal breaking intel from top consulting firms: candidates are getting blacklisted for using AI tools like ChatGPT during interviews and applications - and it's happening…

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Inside Bain Recruiting: What It Takes to Stand Out in Consulting Today

What does Bain look for in candidates today? How is AI changing consulting recruiting and client work? And what actually differentiates top applicants in an increasingly competitive market? In this…

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Inside Our Proven 4-Week Case Interview Prep Plan

Today, you're getting a front-row seat to a live training session with MC founder Jenny Rae Le Roux. She walks through our proven 4-week case interview prep plan - the same one…

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3-Month Mastery: How to Win Your First 90 Days in Consulting

Starting a consulting role soon? Set yourself up for success with this 3-Month Mastery session. In this episode, you'll learn the four most common mistakes new consultants make, how to avoid…

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Want to Work in Healthcare Consulting? Hear from 4 Top Firms

Curious about a career in healthcare consulting? In this live panel recording, hear directly from leaders at Guidehouse, L.E.K. Consulting, Simon-Kucher, and Stax as they discuss what’s happening in the industry, how AI…

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AI & the End of the Old Consulting Model – with Soren Kaplan

What happens when AI meets an industry built on expertise? In this episode of Strategy Simplified, Jenny Rae sits down with Dr. Soren Kaplan - Wall Street Journal bestselling author, innovation…

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Behind the Scenes at Stax: Private Equity Consulting with Brad Kuntz

In this episode of Strategy Simplified, we chat with Brad Kuntz, Senior Managing Director at Stax, to get a real look at what makes the firm tick. Brad shares how…

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BCG Supermarket Case Interview: Live Simulation + Expert Feedback (Supermarket Deli)

Former BCG consultant Jason Riddell leads a live case interview focused on a struggling deli department at a national supermarket chain. With stagnant profits, the deli business needs a turnaround…

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Post-MBA Consulting Offers: Real Talk from Bain, McKinsey, and BCG Hires

What does it really take to land a post-MBA consulting offer at a top-tier firm? In this episode, we pull back the curtain with a panel of successful candidates who…

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Inside Samsung & Hershey: Tech Powerhouse vs. Candy Icon

What do a South Korean tech giant and an iconic American candy maker have in common? More than you might think. In this edition of Business Breakdowns, Jenny Rae Le Roux…

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Making the Leap: William’s Path from Public Sector to Economic Consulting

In this episode of Strategy Simplified, we continue our series with Bates White as we sit down with William Shields, Managing Consultant, to explore his career pivot from the public sector…