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
505 episodes
S17E12: 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 into economic consulting.William shares...
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Season 17
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Episode 12
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37:16
S17E11: How to Present Like a Consultant: Clarity, Confidence, and the Pyramid Principle
Consultants aren’t born great presenters - they’re trained. And you can be too. In this episode, we break down what truly sets consulting-style presentations apart. You’ll learn how to lead with your recommendation (not a list of op...
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Season 17
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Episode 11
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7:33
S17E10: From Industry to Consulting: A Roadmap for Experienced Hires
Thinking about making the leap from industry to consulting? Breaking in as a working professional (AKA, an experienced hire) requires a different playbook than traditional campus recruiting.In this episode, presented by Bates White - a ...
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Season 17
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Episode 10
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1:00:13
S17E9: How to Ace Your MBA Consulting Internship (and Land a Full-Time Offer)
Getting ready for your MBA summer internship in consulting? Wondering what it really takes to succeed and secure that full-time offer?In this episode, we break down everything you need to know, from key timelines and prep strat...
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Season 17
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Episode 9
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23:11
S17E8: Breaking into PE Consulting Mid-Career: The Stax Advantage with Darren Buskirk
Looking to pivot into private equity consulting or take your strategy career to the next level? In this episode of Strategy Simplified, we’re joined by Darren Buskirk, Managing Director at Stax, who made the leap after role...
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Season 17
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Episode 8
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56:42
S17E7: Battle of the Banks: JPMorgan Chase vs. Citi Business Breakdown
JPMorgan Chase and Citi are two of the biggest names in global finance, but how do they really stack up? From retail banking to corporate strategy and investment banking prowess, each firm plays the game differently.In this segment of B...
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Season 17
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Episode 7
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59:27
Bonus: The $1.5B Shake-Up in Federal Consulting – What’s Next?
The U.S. government is making major shifts in its contracting landscape, and the numbers don’t lie - over $1.5 billion in consulting contracts are
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8:46
S17E6: 5 Tips for Your BCG Resume
Want to work for BCG? One of the first steps is building a killer resume.And for BCG, any ordinary resume just won’t do. BCG hires the best of the best, so your CV needs to be top-notch, the crème de la crème of resumes.Toda...
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Season 17
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Episode 6
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7:23
S17E5: Finding Your Fit: How to Choose the Right Consulting Firm for Your Career
With so many consulting firms out there - MBB, Big 4, boutiques - how do you find the best fit? Should you specialize or stay generalist?In this Strategy Simplified episode, recorded from a live event and presented by Bates Whit...
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Season 17
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Episode 5
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59:34
S17E4: Can You Break Into Consulting with 25+ Years of Experience?
With 25+ years in aviation, Matt Granger wasn’t the typical McKinsey candidate. But that didn’t stop him from landing an expert role in McKinsey’s Travel, Logistics & Infrastructure practice.In this episode, Matt pulls back the curt...
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Season 17
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Episode 4
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34:51
S17E3: McKinsey Automotive Industry Practice Case Interview
Listen in on a real McKinsey-style case interview.Former McKinsey consultant Kabreya Ghaderi, who has coached dozens of candidates to MBB offers, guides a candidate through an automotive industry case interview - exactly like those used...
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Season 17
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Episode 3
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53:43
S17E2: Early Career Playbook: Job Search, Networking, and Success Mindsets
Calling all students and early career job seekers. If you're navigating internships, job searches, or your first professional role, this special mic takeover episode is packed with insights to help you get ahead.Sophomore Emm...
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Season 17
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Episode 2
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38:05
S17E1: How to Not Whiff Your Bain Application and Interviews
Bain & Company is hiring NOW for Associate Consultants and Consultants. The fir...
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Season 17
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Episode 1
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37:50
S16E30: Canva Business Breakdown: Can the Design Disruptor Keep Growing?
Canva has taken the design world by storm - offering easy-to-use tools for everyone from casual users to global enterprises. With a skyrocketing valuation and millions of loyal users, the platform has redefined graphic design.In this seg...
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Season 16
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Episode 30
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23:59
S16E29: The world's top 40 consulting firms ranked
The 2025 Top Consulting Firms Ranking by Management Consulted is here! See the ...
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Season 16
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Episode 29
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8:54
S16E28: DOGE has $65B in federal consulting spend on the chopping block
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), helmed by Elon Musk, has been tasked with optimizing federal processes, cutting redundancies, and improving transparency in government operations.Now, large consulting firms are in DOGE's c...
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Season 16
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Episode 28
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12:11
S16E27: BCG Healthcare Case Interview Example - Novartis
What does a BCG healthcare case interview really look like? Find out in this live breakdown.In this episode, former BCG consultant Ish Mawla guides a candidate through a realistic, healthcare-focused case interview - just like the ones u...
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Season 16
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Episode 27
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52:21
S16E26: Sophomore Roadmap to Consulting – 3 Pillars of a Strong Recruiting Strategy
If you're a sophomore eyeing a consulting internship, the time to start preparing is now - even if it feels too early.With firms recruiting a full year in advance, your 2026 internship interviews will happen in 2025 - and the candidates ...
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Season 16
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Episode 26
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1:08:11
S16E25: The Advanced Degree's Shortcut to Consulting: The Power of Bridge Programs
Advanced Degree Candidates - speaking to PhDs, JDs, MDs, Postdocs, PharmDs, etc. - what if you could "skip the line" to a consulting role?You can, through Bridge Programs designed specifically for ADCs! These programs offer a direct path...
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Season 16
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Episode 25
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57:39
S16E23: Adobe Business Breakdown: Can the Creative Giant Keep Its Edge in the AI Era?
With a business model built on innovation and recurring revenue, Adobe dominates the creative software space. But as competition rises and AI disrupts the landscape, how can it protect its market share?In this episode of Business Bre...
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Season 16
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Episode 23
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28:57
S16E22: Sophomore Success: Taking the streamlined pathway to top consulting firms
Freshmen and sophomores - it's time to act. Application deadlines for summer "early entry" programs are coming due as soon as February 23 at firms like KPMG, Bain, PwC, and BCG. These programs represent a streamlined path into consulting - if y...
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Season 16
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Episode 22
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33:53
S16E21: Bridge to BCG: Your Fast Track from Advanced Degree to Consulting
A guaranteed decision round interview for a full-time role at BCG? That's what accepted candidates to Bridge to BCG get!This conversation with Ish Mawla - Management Consulted case coach, former BCGer - covers everything you nee...
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Season 16
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Episode 21
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38:13
S16E20: Pay is flat, hiring is up: the 5 forces shaping consulting in 2025
Consulting salaries froze from 2024 to 2025 - but hiring is trending up. What the heck is going on?This episode has the answers you need. Listen for:Big picture compensation trends and key drivers - and what they mean for can...
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Season 16
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Episode 20
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54:26
S16E19: Is it too late for a Walgreens turnaround?
Walgreens is closing over 1,000 under-performing stores in an attempt to turn the company around.Can they save themselves or is it too late?In this segment of Business Breakdowns, Namaan and Jenny Rae dissect Wa...
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Season 16
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Episode 19
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23:11
S16E18: Do "Cybersecurity Consulting" Jobs Really Exist?
Cybersecurity consulting - does it really exist? The answer is "yes" and Wavestone can prove it.Wavestone is a leading consulting firm specializing in digital and data strategy, IT and cybersecurity solutions, and services optimization....
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Season 16
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Episode 18
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31:02
