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
658 episodes
S22E8: Flat Base Pay, Rising Stakes – What 2026 Salary Data Signals for Consulting Recruiting
Flat base pay isn’t a blip – it’s a signal.In this episode, Namaan breaks down what new 2026 consulting salary data really means for recruiting, performance expectations, and how firms are reshaping compensation. ...
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Season 22
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Episode 8
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1:00:17
S22E7: Boeing Didn’t Win the Race – It Just Survived It
Boeing’s rebound isn’t about brilliance. It’s about not losing in a brutal duopoly.In this episode of Market Outsiders, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what Boeing’s post-crisis recovery really signals — and why its future depen...
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Season 22
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Episode 7
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38:04
S22E6: Consulting Unpacked | How I’d Break Into Consulting If I Had to Start Over
If I had to break into consulting again today — starting from a clean slate — this is exactly how I’d do it.In this episode of Consulting Unpacked, Jenny Rae walks through the step-by-step strategy she would use to maximize her od...
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Season 22
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Episode 6
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11:39
S22E5: Why Capital One Bought Brex at a $7B Discount
Brex was once valued at $12.3B. Capital One just bought it for $5.15B.In today’s episode of Market Outsiders, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down why Capital One was willing to buy Brex at a $7B discount – and what the deal actually...
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Season 22
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Episode 5
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39:05
S22E4: The 2026 Consulting Salary Report Just Dropped
In this short episode, Japheth Mast shares what’s new in the data – and what it means if you’re recruiting for consulting this year.You’ll hear 3 key takeaways from the report, inc...
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Season 22
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Episode 4
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8:34
S22E3: Consulting Unpacked | The 5 Skills You Need to Succeed in Consulting
What does it actually take to succeed in consulting — beyond frameworks and technical skills?In this episode of Consulting Unpacked, Jenny Rae Le Roux breaks down the five core skills consultants rely on every day — the s...
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Season 22
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Episode 3
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12:02
S22E2: The Business of College Football
College football isn’t just a game anymore, it’s a business. On this episode of Market Outsiders, Jenny Rae Le Roux and Namaan Mian break down how wins on the field translate into dollars off it, sparked by Indiana University’s surpris...
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Season 22
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Episode 2
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35:03
S22E1: Saks Is Bankrupt. Now What?
Saks Fifth Avenue has filed for bankruptcy.After years of warning signs – including its Neiman Marcus acquisition and Amazon’s investment – the iconic luxury retailer is officially on life support.In this Market Outside...
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Season 22
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Episode 1
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28:10
S21E30: Consulting Unpacked | Analyst vs Manager vs Partner: How Consulting Roles Really Work
What’s the real difference between an analyst, a manager, and a partner in consulting?In this episode of Consulting Unpacked, Jenny Rae Le Roux breaks down how consulting roles actually work — what changes as you move up, what eac...
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Season 21
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Episode 30
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11:50
S21E29: Consulting Unpacked | Consulting Explained in 5 Minutes: What It Is + Why Companies Hire Consultants
What is consulting, really — and why do companies pay so much for it?In this first episode of Consulting Unpacked, Jenny Rae Le Roux (former Bain consultant and CEO of Management Consulted) breaks down consulting in 5 minutes, inc...
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Season 21
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Episode 29
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9:10
S21E28: Ford’s Surprise Comeback: Why $50K Cars Still Sold
The average new car now costs over $50,000, with monthly payments nearing $760.So how did Ford post its best U.S. sales year since 2019?In this episode of Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae break down how Ford ...
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Season 21
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Episode 28
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36:21
S21E27: Recruiting Reality Check: Sophomore Sally + The “Spaghetti at the Wall” Recruiting Trap
In the debut episode of Recruiting Reality Check, Katie Neff and Japheth Mast break down the real story of “Sophomore Sally” – a strong candidate at a fringe target school who’s panicking about junior-year recruiting and ready to apply e...
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Season 21
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Episode 27
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15:20
S21E26: 2026 Consulting Salary Report Preview
The 2026 Consulting Salary Report is coming later this month — and this episode is your first look at what to expect.Japheth shares why this year’s report matters more than ever, how it’s built using real offer data from 100+ firm...
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Season 21
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Episode 26
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4:22
S21E25: Our #1 Episode of 2025: A Live McKinsey-Style M&A Case
This is our most-listened-to episode of 2025 — and for good reason.In this replay, you’ll hear a live McKinsey-style M&A case interview where a candidate evaluates whether a global bubble tea chain should acquire a fast...
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Season 21
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Episode 25
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45:17
S21E24: Cava Growth Strategy — Live MBA Case Competition Finals
Watch the top MBA teams in the 2025 MBA Case Competition World Cup Finals go head-to-head in a live, high-pressure strategy showdown.Five finalist teams take on The Cava Challenge: build a 3–5 year growth strategy to scale Cava na...
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Season 21
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Episode 24
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1:02:13
S21E25: Who Really Wins When Weed Goes Mainstream?
Cannabis just moved from Schedule I to Schedule III — and the biggest implications have nothing to do with lifestyle or politics.In this episode of Market Outsiders, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what reclassification means fo...
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Season 21
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Episode 25
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32:08
S21E23: TMT Consulting: The AI Reality Check + What Firms Want in Candidates
AI is everywhere in TMT — but in 2026, the hype is fading and the real question is simple: what’s the ROI?Rick Wilmot (ex-McKinsey) sits down with leaders from Bain (Ron Kermisch), Capgemini Invent (Karl Bjurstrom), Strategy& (Dan Ha...
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Season 21
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Episode 23
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56:56
S21E22: 1,600+ MBB Exits Analyzed: The 5 Trends Shaping Consulting-to-Industry Moves
Where do McKinsey, Bain, and BCG consultants go after they leave?We analyzed 1,600+ MBB exits to build a live map of where opportunity is compounding — and which skills the market is paying a premium for.In this episode, Namaan br...
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Season 21
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Episode 22
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11:46
S21E21: Did Thrive Market Just Ditch Its Profit Engine?
Thrive Market just became the first major online grocer to drop alcohol completely, and the internet is cheering… but the business case isn’t what it seems. In this episode, we break down the real reasons behind the ...
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Season 21
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Episode 21
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26:35
S21E20: Bain Manager’s 2-Month Guide to MBB Prep (and What Candidates Miss)
What does it really take to break into MBB — especially if you’re starting late?In this conversation, ex-Bain manager and case coach Abi Chen breaks down the exact 2-month strategy that helped her go from “I just learned wh...
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Season 21
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Episode 20
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38:49
S21E19: Netflix’s $72B Warner Bros Gamble
Netflix just shocked Hollywood with a $72B bid for Warner Bros, the biggest media deal of the decade. But behind the headlines is a fight over market share, regulation, and the future of streaming.In this episode, we break down:<...
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Season 21
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Episode 19
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31:49
S21E18: Adobe Certification: Skills That Open Doors in Tech & Consulting
Unlock the skills that set candidates apart in tech, strategy, and consulting. In this live conversation, Namaan talks with Adobe leaders Shawn Loutensock and Nick Hilton about how Adobe DX (Digital Experience) certifications help c...
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Season 21
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Episode 18
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1:04:07
S21E17: BCG Candidate-Led Case: Should This Airline Go Credit Card Only?
In this BCG case interview, ex-BCG Principal and case coach Tauseef Charanya leads a live, candidate-led walkthrough of an airline profitability case: should the client switch to credit-card-only in-flight payments?Follow along a...
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Season 21
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Episode 17
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41:39
S21E16: Landing a Consulting Job in China (2025 Edition)
Want to land a consulting role in China? This episode breaks down what makes the 2025 recruiting process one of the most competitive and unique in the world.We cover:How applications, assessments, and interviews differ in mai...
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Season 21
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Episode 16
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6:01
S21E15: Why Best Buy Is Winning When Everyone Expected It to Die
Best Buy was supposed to be dead. Instead, it just raised its full-year sales and earnings outlook.In this episode, Jenny Rae and Namaan dig into why Best Buy is outperforming in a “K-shaped” economy, even as everyone keeps blaming the c...
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Season 21
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Episode 15
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27:58