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
551 episodes
S18E25: How to Get Hired at Bain in 2025 (Partner Keith Bevans)
What does it take to land an offer at Bain in 2025? In this honest convo, Bain Partner Keith Bevans joins Strategy Simplified to unpack exactly what’s changed - and what hasn’t - in Bain’s hiring process.From AI’s g...
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Season 18
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Episode 25
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58:26
S18E24: Delaware in Decline? How States Are Competing to Win Corporate Business (Market Outsiders: June 24, 2025)
Why are companies rethinking Delaware as their go-to for incorporation? In today's Market Outsiders episode, Namaan and Jenny Rae break down how states like Texas, Nevada, and Oklahoma are making aggressive legal and tax mo...
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Season 18
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Episode 24
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20:07
S18E23: Intro to Casing (8 of 10): Bain M&A Case – Sam’s Peanuts Buy Almond Co?
In the eighth episode of our 10-part Intro to Casing series, we explore a Bain-style mergers & acquisitions (M&A) case focused on Sam’s Peanuts, a market leader in snacking peanuts. With slow growth in their core segment, Sa...
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Season 18
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Episode 23
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29:43
S18E22: 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 is shaping...
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Season 18
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Episode 22
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54:49
BCG Summer Internship Deadline: 4 Days Left to Apply (Class of 2027)
Are you in the Class of 2027 and dreaming of a consulting career? Then listen up. BCG’s Summer Associate internship deadline is June 23, and your window to apply is closing fast.
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6:48
S18E21: 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 them, and how to build trust and v...
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Season 18
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Episode 21
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52:30
S18E20: Chase Sapphire Reserve Fee Hike: Smart Strategy or Customer Risk? (Market Outsiders: June 17, 2025)
JPMorgan Chase just raised the annual fee for its popular Sapphire Reserve card by 45%. In this episode, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what the new perks really offer, whether the value justifies the price, and what this move sign...
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Season 18
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Episode 20
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28:15
S18E19: Intro to Casing (7 of 10): Strategy& Market Study Case – Hair Loss Treatment
In the seventh episode of our Intro to Casing series, we explore a Strategy& market study case in the healthcare space. The client has developed a new drug to treat female hair loss - but with the patent window closing fast, they m...
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Season 18
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Episode 19
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27:40
S18E18: 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 thousands of candidates have used to land offers at McKinsey...
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Season 18
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Episode 18
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55:43
S18E17: My App Is Due in Under 3 Weeks… Can I Still Network?
With deadlines looming, is it too late to network your way into a consulting interview? Jenny Rae breaks down exactly what to do when time is running out - and why it’s not over yet. If your application is due soon and you’re...
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Season 18
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Episode 17
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7:55
S18E16: Paramount’s 3 CEOs and 18K Employees?! | The Real Power of Private Markets (June 10, 2025)
In today’s Market Outsiders, Jenny Rae and Namaan dig into the surprising scale of Paramount’s workforce amid fresh layoffs - and the eyebrow-raising fact that the media giant is led by three CEOs. But that’s just the jumping-...
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Season 18
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Episode 16
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20:20
S18E15: Intro to Casing (6 of 10): McKinsey Market Study Case – Premium Pricing for Beer
In the sixth episode of our Intro to Casing series, we analyze a McKinsey-style market study case for a legacy beer brand experiencing a revenue decline. The challenge? Reversing the decline without sacrificing profitability.Follow along...
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Season 18
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Episode 15
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26:55
S18E14: How One Weekend in NYC (June 27–29) Could Transform Your Career
Could one weekend unlock your consulting career?In this episode, Namaan and Jenny Rae break down what makes the NYC Case Camp (June 27–29) a can't-miss, in-person experience for serious candidates.You’ll learn:Why in-p...
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Season 18
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Episode 14
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20:10
S18E13: Why Kimberly-Clark Is Selling Tissues - and What Europe’s Rate Cut Really Means (June 5, 2025)
Today on Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae unpack Kimberly-Clark’s surprising move to sell its international tissue business - and what it signals about strategy, cash flow, and global growth.Plus, a rare rate cut from the ...
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Season 18
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Episode 13
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19:19
S18E12: Sophomores: McKinsey’s Summer Internship Deadline Is In 6 Days – Act Now!
McKinsey just announced the deadline for its So...
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Season 18
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Episode 12
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2:14
S18E11: Hims & Hers Goes to Europe (June 3, 2025)
On today’s Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae explore the surprising global play by Hims & Hers. What does this expansion say about the future of telehealth and the evolution of modern DTC businesses?From category growth...
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Season 18
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Episode 11
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23:19
S18E10: Intro to Casing (5 of 10): BCG Market Study Case – Plastic Co’s Pricing Dilemma
In the 5th episode of our 10-part “Intro to Casing” series, we explore a market study case in BCG's style. The client, Plastic Co, is a major straw supplier to fast-food chains across the U.S., facing increasing pressure from lower-priced South...
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Season 18
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Episode 10
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24:39
S18E9: 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 expert, and co-founder of Pra...
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Season 18
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Episode 9
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37:34
S18E8: NVIDIA Beats and Avocado Supply Spurs Demand (Market Outsiders: May 29, 2025)
In today’s Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae explore two seemingly unrelated stories - NVIDIA’s blockbuster earnings and a surprising twist in the avocado market - and uncover a common business thread.They break down:
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Season 18
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Episode 8
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22:10
S18E7: No, McKinsey Didn’t Just Lay Off 10% Of Its Staff (May 28, 2025)
You may have seen the headlines: “McKinsey lays off 10% of its staff.” But is that really what happened? In this episode, we unpack the viral Financial Times story and cut through the hype to uncover what’s actually going on inside ...
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Season 18
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Episode 7
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19:26
BREAKING: BCG’s Unusual Silence - What It Means for 2026 Recruiting
**Update: BCG has released application deadlines - see here. Apply wh...
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Season 18
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4:03
S18E6: Intro to Casing (4 of 10): L.E.K. Profitability Case – Best Boots
In the fourth installment of our 10-part “Intro to Casing” series, we dive into a profitability case from L.E.K. Consulting that centers on Best Boots, a billion-dollar American footwear company. With aggressive competition from Cuf...
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Season 18
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Episode 6
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30:43
BREAKING: From Beltway Boom to Budget Bust - Booz Allen Tightens Up
Booz Allen Hamilton just dropped a bombshell - cutting 2,500 jobs in one of the largest workforce reductions in its history. What’s behind this sudden move?In this episode, MC COO Namaan Mian unpacks the sharp slowdown in federal civilia...
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Season 18
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4:27
S18E4: 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 Stax’s private equity focus, small-team model, and fast-paced culture...
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Season 18
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Episode 4
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39:49
S18E3: Nike Backtracks & Why You Should Care About U.S. Bond Yields (Market Outsiders: May 22, 2025)
In this extended Market Outsiders live episode, Namaan and Jenny Rae cut through the noise on tariffs, premium pricing, and why Nike’s betting on affluent consumers.The duo break down a weak 20-year Treasury auction and rising U...
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Season 18
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Episode 3
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57:13
