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
S23E12: Energy Consulting Is Exploding – 3 Insiders Break Down Why
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Energy consulting is growing 11% this year – the fastest-growing sector in consulting.
AI data centers are eating power faster than the grid can supply, the energy transition is still underway, and nobody has a clean answer for how to do both at once.
3 insiders from MC's 2026 energy ranking join the show: Sean Jump (dss+), Charlie Sorensen (BearingPoint), and Michael Einstein (Simon-Kucher).
You'll learn:
- Why clients are asking for things now they weren't 2 years ago
- How energy firms price outcome-based work and where they draw the line
- What hyperscalers keep getting wrong about physical infrastructure
- The advice every new energy consultant actually needs to hear
Full speaker bios and firm profiles here.
Resources:
- See who's hiring – see the 2026 Top 10 Energy Consulting Firms Ranking
- Is your team moving decisions or just moving slides? MC Executive Presentation Training
- Explore top firms hiring in Energy on the Management Consulted Job Board
- Ready to land the offer? Black Belt is where to start
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