Strategy Simplified
Strategy Simplified is here to demystify the consulting industry and help you land your dream job in management consulting. Hosted by the expert team at Management Consulted - the world's largest resource for consulting news and interview prep - 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. With actionable advice, insider tips, and real-life success stories, this podcast is the ultimate guide to simplifying your career strategy and landing your dream consulting job.
Episodes
596 episodes
S20E9: Another Credit Card Fee Increase? Why Amex Increased the Platinum Fee to $895 (September 18, 2025)
Amex just raised the annual fee on its Platinum card from $695 to $895 — a nearly 30 percent jump. In this episode of Market Outsiders, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what’s behind the increase, why Amex believes customers...
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Season 20
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Episode 9
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29:23
S20E8: Wait... Consulting Hiring Is Up 22%?
Consulting hiring is up 22% year over year — the biggest surge since before the pandemic. But there’s a catch.In this episode of Strategy Simplified, Japheth breaks down 3 major shifts reshaping the consulting industry right ...
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Season 20
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Episode 8
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12:30
S20E7: Ram Shelves Electric Pickups - Were They Doomed From the Start? (September 15, 2025)
Ram will cancel its all-electric pickup, raising questions about the EV market, the rise of hybrids, and what truck buyers really want. Was the plan ever realistic, or just peak EV hype?Jenny Rae and Namaan break down the strategy shift ...
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Season 20
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Episode 6
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24:39
S20E6: Bain Expands in Canada with New Montreal Office
Bain is doubling down on Canada. In this episode of Strategy Simplified, we sit down with Jed Fallis, Bain’s Managing Partner in Canada, to talk about the firm’s brand-new Montreal office.Jed shares why Bain chose Montreal, whic...
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Season 20
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Episode 6
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17:13
S20E5: How Jolie Turned Your Showerhead Into a Subscription Business (September 11, 2025)
Jolie isn’t just selling showerheads — it’s turning your bathroom into a subscription business. In today’s episode, we break down how a simple product innovation paired with sharp marketing and a recurring revenue model is disrupting an overloo...
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Season 20
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Episode 5
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25:37
S20E4: How to Break Into Consulting in Canada in 2025
Want to land a consulting role in Canada? This episode walks you through everything you need to know about breaking into consulting in 2025.We cover:The current Canadian consulting market and how it differs from the U.S. and ...
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Season 20
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Episode 4
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8:19
S20E3: The Booming Business of Sports Betting (September 8, 2025)
In this episode of Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae unpack the booming business of sports betting. From DraftKings to FanDuel, they examine how sportsbooks use aggressive advertising to acquire customers, the economics behind ...
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Season 20
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Episode 3
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28:15
S20E2: 4 Framework Mistakes That Wreck Case Interviews
Building a strong case framework is the foundation of consulting interview success. But most candidates sabotage themselves with simple, avoidable mistakes. In this episode of Strategy Simplified, Jenny Rae breaks down the ...
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Season 20
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Episode 2
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9:05
S20E1: Grant Thornton Acquires Stax – What It Means for Private Equity Consulting
Grant Thornton has announced it will acquire Stax, a leading strategy consulting firm serving private equity clients worldwide. What does this deal mean for the consulting industry and the future of PE-focused advisory?In this episode, J...
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Season 20
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Episode 1
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19:23
S19E30: Kraft Heinz Breakup Signals the End of Scale at All Costs (September 2, 2025)
Kraft Heinz is splitting after a decade, and we unpack what that says about the end of “scale at all costs” in Big Food. Jenny Rae and Namaan dive into why focus beats brute scale, how zero-based budgeting collided with challenger brands, and w...
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Season 19
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Episode 30
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33:05
S19E29: Case Creative Masterclass – Stop Rambling and Nail Brainstorming Questions
Brainstorming questions are one of the trickiest and most under-practiced parts of the case interview. They can make or break your chances.In this Case Creative Masterclass, presented by Bates White - a leading economic consulting firm -...
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Season 19
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Episode 29
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53:44
S19E28: How to Prep for 2nd-Round Case & Fit Interviews
Getting invited to a second round consulting interview is a huge achievement, but it’s not the finish line. The final round is where the offer is won or lost. In this episode, Jenny Rae shares exactly how to prepare for 2nd-round co...
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Season 19
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Episode 28
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7:14
S19E27: Dr. Pepper Bets $18B on Coffee War with Nestlé (August 27, 2025)
Dr. Pepper is making an $18 billion play in the global coffee market, acquiring Dutch giant JDE Peet’s and splitting into two standalone companies. The deal creates a new coffee contender set to rival Nestlé.Jenny Rae and Namaan break do...
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Season 19
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Episode 27
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32:04
S19E26: McKinsey Case Interview – Nutrition & Healthcare Market Entry
Step inside a live McKinsey-style case interview. In this episode, former McKinsey consultant and expert coach Mark Di Giorgio leads a candidate through a market entry case set in the nutrition and healthcare industry.Watch how th...
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Season 19
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Episode 26
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48:30
S19E25: 2025 UK Consulting Recruitment Guide
Get the insider’s view on consulting recruitment in the United Kingdom for 2025. In this episode, we cover market trends, 3 recruiting power moves, and a salary preview for top firms like McKinsey, Bain, and OC&C.You’ll learn:
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Season 19
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Episode 25
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6:36
S19E24: Why Chili’s Is Winning While Other Restaurants Struggle (August 18, 2025)
Chili’s just posted five straight quarters of growth and a 39% sales jump, bucking the trend in a struggling casual dining sector.On today’s Market Outsiders, Jenny Rae and Namaan unpack what’s behind Chili’s surge and why its r...
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Season 19
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Episode 24
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23:48
S19E23: Case Math Masterclass – 4 Steps to Dominate Every Quant Problem
Mental math is one of the most misunderstood (and feared) parts of the case interview. In this live Case Math Masterclass, we show you how to turn it into a strength.You’ll learn the 3 types of case math you’ll encounter, the 4-step proc...
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Season 19
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Episode 23
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51:04
S19E22: 5 Most Common Case Interview Questions and How to Ace Them
Too many candidates spend their prep time chasing rare case interview curveballs. The truth is, most interviews follow a predictable pattern. Over 95% of cases include the same five question types.In this episode, we break down exactly w...
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Season 19
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Episode 22
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10:05
S19E21: What Record Stock Buybacks Signal (August 11, 2025)
Stock buybacks are hitting all-time highs in 2025, led by big banks and tech giants like Apple and Alphabet. In this episode, Namaan and Jenny Rae unpack what a buyback is, why companies do it, and what this surge signals about corp...
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Season 19
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Episode 21
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30:18
S19E20: Recruiting Intel Drop: What You Need to Know NOW
Get the latest recruiting scoop you can’t afford to miss. In this Recruiting Intel Drop, we break down McKinsey interview timing, Bain’s creative case format rollout, and key application deadlines for MBB and top boutique firms.W...
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Season 19
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Episode 20
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8:23
S19E19: Case Interview Prep Plan If Your Interview Is In <7 Days
Interview coming up fast? Don’t panic. This episode breaks down exactly how to prepare for a case interview when you’ve got 7 days or less. Learn the 4-step plan our most successful candidates use to prep under pressure, plus...
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Season 19
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Episode 19
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9:35
S19E18: When Growth Isn’t Enough: Inside Taco Bell, KFC, and Pizza Hut’s Earnings Miss (August 5, 2025)
Yum! Brands beat expectations in some areas - but it wasn’t enough. Today, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down why positive same-store sales at Taco Bell still set off alarms, how KFC and Pizza Hut are dragging the portfolio, and what i...
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Season 19
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Episode 18
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32:07
S19E17: Case Structure Masterclass - Nail the First 5 Minutes of Every Case
The first five minutes of your case interview matter most. In this live-recorded masterclass, learn how to structure your case like a pro and impress from the start.In this episode:What MBB firms look for in a 2025-rea...
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Season 19
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Episode 17
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56:33
S19E16: Starbucks Ditches Pickup-Only Stores - Smart Move or Big Mistake? (July 31, 2025)
Starbucks is ditching its pickup-only and drive-thru-only stores. CEO Brian Niccol says they “lack warmth” — but is that really the reason? In today’s Thursday Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae break down the surprisin...
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Season 19
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Episode 16
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30:13
S19E15: BCG Cost Reduction Case Interview – Optimizing Jet Manufacturing Strategy
Watch as a former BCG consultant - Raghav - leads a candidate through a real-time case interview focused on cost reduction for a defense contractor. This live case tests structuring, market sizing, math under pressure, and strategy formulation....
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Season 19
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Episode 15
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38:19
