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Strategy Simplified

Management Consulted

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

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🎁 FLASH SALE ALERT: 50% Off All Access (This Weekend...

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2025/11/15

Send us a text The once-a-year All Access Pass flash sale is officially live — and it ends Monday, Nov. 17 at 11:59PM PT. For one weekend only, get 50% off the All Access Pass™ ($350 vs. $700), our complete DIY case-prep system used by candidates breaking into McKinsey, Bain, BCG, and top-tier firms. This year’s sale is bigger than ever: a full McKinsey Solve practice test is included exclusively during the flash sale — and disappears once the sale ends. Inside All Access, you’ll get: P...

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22:34

S21E9: What Ending the Penny Mint Means for Prices

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2025/11/14

Send us a text The U.S. stops minting new pennies. Cost savings help, but do second-order effects matter more? We dig into: Why it cost ~4¢ to make 1¢$56M savings vs real economic impactRounding rules, cash users, and pricing behaviorCard mix, tipping culture, and “two-way door” policyA quick, practical look at what this means for consumers and businesses. Partner Links: Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 20...

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S21E8: How Giovanni Navigated Visas and Networking to...

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2025/11/14

Send us a text What does it take for an international, non-target student to land a full-time offer at MBB? Giovanni Coeli joins us to share the exact playbook he used to overcome visa hurdles, stand out as a non-target candidate, and earn his offer at BCG Miami. In this episode, Giovanni breaks down: His intentional networking systemHow he identified the right offices (and why Miami won)The diplomatic approach he used to build internal supportHis case prep strategy and go-to drillsThe bigges...

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S21E7: The MBA1 Playbook to Land an MBB Consulting...

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2025/11/12

Send us a text Getting into consulting as an MBA1 isn’t luck – it’s strategy. In this episode, Katie Neff – Management Consulted’s Black Belt Advisor – walks through the exact roadmap to land an MBB consulting internship. With McKinsey, Bain, and BCG internship applications due November 13, now is the moment to take action. From crafting a standout consulting resume to building a smart networking plan and mastering case prep, Katie breaks down what separates successful candidates from t...

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S21E6: Inside the Company Powering the AI Boom

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2025/11/11

Send us a text CoreWeave isn’t OpenAI or Nvidia, but it’s powering both. We unpack how this lesser-known company became essential to the AI ecosystem, including: What CoreWeave actually does and why it mattersHow $55B in backlog signals explosive demandWhy data centers, not apps, may define the next AI waveWhat an “AI capex bubble” could look likeA fast, insightful breakdown of the infrastructure race behind AI’s biggest players. Chapters 02:57 CoreWeave's Financial Performance and Mark...

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S21E5: Why Holiday Hiring Is Down But Sales Aren’t

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2025/11/07

Send us a text Retailers plan the lightest holiday hiring since the Great Recession, but spending is still projected to top $1T. We dig into: Why demand smoothing and e-comm shift cut seasonal rolesHow “slower” in-store flow can increase basket sizeWhat segmentation and channels mean for labor needsWhy tariff headlines often overstate price impactActionable takeaways for leaders on staffing, ops, and margin protection. Chapters 00:30 Holiday Season Retail Trends06:12 E-commerce Impact on Reta...

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S21E4: Consulting’s Big Shift: October 2025 Market...

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2025/11/07

Send us a text The consulting market just flipped. Bonuses are tightening, hiring is shifting toward AI-savvy talent, and clients now demand proof of impact. In this episode, Andrew breaks down the key findings from Management Consulted’s October 2025 Consulting Industry Report — including bonus changes, firm acquisitions, private equity trends, and where firms are hiring now. Download the full report here. Are you currently working in management consulting? Take this quarter's Sentime...

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BONUS: How the Government Shutdown Grounded America’s...

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2025/11/06

Send us a text The FAA just announced flight cuts at 40 U.S. airports, all tied to the government shutdown. In this bonus episode: Why air traffic control staffing is reaching a breaking pointHow airlines like Delta and United will decide what to cancelWhat smart leaders do when government policy hits business operationsA quick 15-minute breakdown on policy, pressure, and decision-making when the skies (and D.C.) shut down. Chapters 00:40 Understanding the Government Shutdown03:26 Impact on...

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S21E3: Can Pinterest Survive the AI Shopping Revolution?

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2025/11/06

Send us a text Pinterest just had one of its worst trading days ever, and blamed tariffs. We dig into what’s really behind the drop: Why ad revenue might be a Pinterest problem, not a tariff problemHow user behavior has shifted away from “mood board” cultureWhat it would take for Pinterest to stay relevant in an AI-driven shopping worldPlus, Namaan and Jenny Rae debate whether Pinterest’s next move is reinvention or acquisition. Chapters 03:12 Pinterest's Earnings Report and Ad Revenue...

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S21E2: The #1 Case Interview Habit That Gets You the...

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2025/11/05

Send us a text What separates candidates who crush their case interviews from those who fall short? Former Bain consultant Jenny Rae Le Roux reveals the #1 habit that top performers share – and it’s not about frameworks or math. If you’re preparing for McKinsey, BCG, Bain, or any consulting interview, this is the mindset shift that changes everything. Additional Resources: Work 1:1 with an MBB coach through our Black Belt program for personalized prep that gets you from practice to offe...

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S21E1: Bain Case Interview – Can You Make Small Gyms...

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2025/10/31

Send us a text In this Bain case interview, ex-Bain consultant and coach Juliane Hoss walks through a profitability case on franchising small gyms. Listen as she guides a candidate through structuring, quant, and communication – and hear expert coaching along the way on how to think (and sound) like a Bain consultant. Learn how to: Clarify objectives and criteria of success earlyPrioritize profit levers with confidenceCommunicate like a top-tier consultantWhether you’re gearing up for f...

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S20E30: PayPal plugs into ChatGPT for E-Commerce

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2025/10/30

Send us a text Namaan and Jenny Rae break down PayPal’s new integration with ChatGPT and what it means for e commerce. They cover how checkout could live inside AI, who wins and loses across retailers and suppliers, and why PayPal’s first dividend signals a new chapter. They also map OpenAI’s business model today. Subscriptions. Enterprise licensing. Future transaction fees. Possible ads. What shifts when 800 million people use ChatGPT weekly. Chapters 03:24 The E-commerce Landscape and...

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S20E29: From "Worst Case Interview Ever" to Bain’s #1...

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2025/10/29

Send us a text Jenny Rae was told she had the *worst case interview ever.* Her McKinsey mock interview was a total disaster. The feedback from her friend at McKinsey? Cancel the real interview or prepare harder than ever. In this episode, Jenny Rae shares how she went from bombing that mock to becoming Bain’s #1 recruit on the East Coast. You’ll hear the exact prep strategy she used, the case interview mistakes that almost cost her everything, and how she turned it all around. Additiona...

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S20E28: Did UPS outgrow Amazon?

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2025/10/28

Send us a text UPS posted a surprise beat and a bold turnaround. Jenny Rae and Namaan break down where the 34,000+ cuts land, why Amazon volume fell 21 percent, and how route consolidation, asset light moves, and small business focus could reshape holiday shipping. We also cover tariffs and the de minimis change, plus why supply chain consulting is set to boom. Chapters 02:58 Understanding UPS's Business Model and Challenges05:57 UPS's Turnaround Strategy and Job Cuts09:01 Financial Per...

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S20E27: Case Interview Myths, Mistakes, and Fixes...

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2025/10/24

Send us a text Interviews coming up? This episode is your shortcut to consulting interview success. 3 Management Consulted case coaches – Ish Mawla (BCG), Mark Di Giorgio (McKinsey), and Tobe Ofili (Bain) – join forces to share their best insider advice on how to fix common case interview mistakes and avoid sabotaging your prep. They reveal how to: Build structures that flex beyond memorized frameworksImprove fast, accurate mental mathBalance behavioral and case prep effectivelyHandle nerve...

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S20E26: Meet the Consulting Trailblazers Driving Real...

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2025/10/22

Send us a text Step inside the 2025 Consulting Change Maker Awards, where we spotlight the consultants redefining impact in today’s industry. This high-energy ceremony features leaders from Portage Point Partners, Clarkston Consulting, FTI Consulting, and more – trailblazers transforming teams, clients, and firm cultures. Whether you’re leading a team, mentoring others, or mapping your next career move, this episode will inspire you to think bigger about what’s possible. Additional Reso...

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S20E25: Why Retailers Are Betting on Pokémon and...

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2025/10/21

Send us a text Pokémon and Taylor Swift trading cards are making a billion-dollar comeback, and Target and Walmart are cashing in. Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what this craze says about retail strategy, consumer behavior, and the strength of the U.S. shopper heading into the holidays. Chapters 02:56 Retail Strategies and Consumer Behavior06:05 Market Dynamics and Revenue Insights08:52 Consumer Trends and Holiday Shopping13:10 Data Utilization in Retail16:04 The Future of Collectible...

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S20E24: 16,000 Jobs Cut to Save the CPG Giant Nestlé

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2025/10/20

Send us a text Nestlé just announced 16,000 job cuts, one of the largest in modern CPG history. Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what this massive restructuring says about the company’s new strategy, how it mirrors the playbooks of Kraft Heinz and Hershey, and what it reveals about the future of global consumer brands. They unpack how Nestlé defines “winning,” why the market rewarded layoffs, and what every business leader can learn about growth, portfolio management, and decision-making under...

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S20E24: BCG Principal Reveals How to Build Your X...

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2025/10/17

Send us a text Tauseef spent a decade at BCG, rising to Principal and leading AI transformation and go-to-market strategy projects across the globe. In this convo, he breaks down exactly how to stand out in today’s competitive recruiting landscape. You’ll learn: How Tauseef secured offers from BCG, McKinsey, and moreWhat separates candidates who land offers from those who don’tThe X factor that will make you unforgettable in interviewsHow to design your consulting experience once you’re in th...

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S20E23: How Walmart Keeps Prices Low

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2025/10/16

Send us a text Walmart is making a push on U.S. manufacturing, and says it’s good business. Today, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what’s signal versus spin, where onshoring can actually cut costs, and why category-by-category moves matter more than headline percentages. We get into supplier power, inventory timing, vertical integration in beef, and pharma basics like bringing amoxicillin back onshore. Plus, a personal investing lesson from Jenny Rae’s grandmother: buy what you never plan to ...

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