What makes a good consultant?

What makes a good consultant?

At its simplest, the consulting interview is a way for firms and consultants to assess if candidates have the intrinsics needed to succeed on the job--to 'be a good consultant.' But what does that even mean? What are the skills and mindsets that make a good consultant, and why do they translate to on-the-job success? In this event, I'll take you through the skills that managers and teams prize from their consultants, talk through how various aspects of the interview process are designed for you to showcase the relevant skills, and highlight how excellent candidates put themselves in the best light throughout the behavioral and case interviews--and what you can do to sharpen your candidacy as you prepare.

Alan W.
Alan W.
Resume for Consulting - MBA 1Y Candidate

Resume for Consulting - MBA 1Y Candidate

Resume for consulting applications from a 1Y MBA Candidate; includes four years of pre-MBA professional experience

Alan W.
Alan W.
Nail the Consulting Case Interview

Nail the Consulting Case Interview

​Cracking the consulting case interview is one of the biggest challenges in landing an offer at firms like McKinsey, Bain, and BCG—but with the right strategy and mindset, you can stand out from the competition. ​In this panel, expert Leland coaches Casey L. (BCG consultant, Andrew H. (Associate Partner @ Bain), and Alan W. (former McKinsey Engagement Manager) will share insider insights from both sides of the interview table. You’ll learn what top firms are really testing for, how to structure your approach, and how to deliver confident, polished answers under pressure.

Andrew H.
Alan W.
Casey L.
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McKinsey PEI - Story Development Worksheet

McKinsey PEI - Story Development Worksheet

This worksheet helps you develop and structure a strong PEI story using SCQA and the Pyramid Principle.

Alan W.
Alan W.
Crafting Strong Behavioral Stories for Consulting Interviews

Crafting Strong Behavioral Stories for Consulting Interviews

Behavioral interviews can make or break a consulting offer. In this session, top Leland coach and ex-McKinsey EM Alan W. will walk you through how to craft clear, compelling stories that demonstrate leadership, impact, and problem-solving under pressure. You’ll learn how to structure your answers, avoid common pitfalls, and adapt your stories to different firms so you can show up confident and interview-ready.

Alan W.
Alan W.

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