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.
Strategy Simplified
S23E11: 400 Bain Resumes Reviewed – 3 Mistakes She Saw Every Time
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Maile Dyer reviewed 400+ resumes as a Bain Manager. She was on the recruiting team, making the decisions on who got interviews.
And she kept seeing the same 3 mistakes: structure, content, and formatting. Most candidates miss at least one. A lot of them miss all 3 — and they never find out why they never heard back.
In this episode, Maile breaks down each mistake and tells you exactly how to fix it. Katie Neff joins to tie it back to your full recruiting strategy.
You'll learn:
- The structure mistake that makes reviewers skip your strongest qualifications
- Why writing responsibilities instead of impact gets you screened out fast
- The formatting signals that tell a consultant you lack attention to detail
Resources:
- Have your resume rebuilt by ex-consultants who know what MBB is looking for – join Black Belt
- Not sure where to start? Book 15 minutes with Katie
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