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Case Analysis: Math, Moves, and Shortcuts

Doing the math right is just table stakes; telling me what the math means is how you win the offer. We'll walk through how to clear a slide and develop the quantitative engine to drive the case forward. You will learn how to perform calculations under pressure, break down common charts, and crucially, how to pivot immediately from the answer to the "So What?"—the strategic insight that enables you to crack the case.

Case Interview Framing: Build the Perfect Framework

This is the critical point where you set the structure for the remainder of the interview. A generic framework will get you a generic score. In this video, I teach you how to build a bespoke logic tree that actually fits the specific business problem at hand. We focus on being MECE (Mutually Exclusive, Collectively Exhaustive) and ensuring your structure drives directly toward the solution, rather than just listing buzzwords.

Working Effectively with Your Supervisor

Master the art of managing up, ensuring clear communication, and securing the guidance you need to thrive on your project.

Key Skills to Prioritize in Year 1

Focus your development efforts on the few core competencies—like structured thinking and executive presence—that drive promotions and impact.

Case Interview Setup: First 5 Minutes

The first 5 minutes set the tone for the rest of the interview. We cover the essential mechanics of the launch: recapping the prompt to ensure alignment, asking high-value clarifying questions, and—most importantly—stating an initial Hypothesis. Learn how to start the case with a strong point of view, just like a consultant starts a project.

Sample Written Communications to Supervisor

See real examples of effective emails for status updates, feedback requests, and tough conversations to manage your supervisor’s expectations.

Intro to Keys to Success on The Job

Get a high-level overview of the non-negotiable behaviors and mindset shifts required to excel in a demanding consulting environment.

Key Skills to Master in Your First Year as an Associate or Consultant

Learn the specific problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills you must demonstrate to earn a top-tier performance rating.

Key Tips for Your First 100 Days

Nail your onboarding with a tactical checklist for building essential relationships, setting expectations, and delivering early wins.

Intro to Professional Development and Growth

Learn how to move past the ambiguity of performance reviews and take ownership of your long-term skill development and growth trajectory.

Finding Mentors, Sponsors, and Allies

Learn the distinction between these critical relationships and develop a strategy for building a network that advocates for your advancement.

Five-Step Motion for Effective PD Chats

Use this simple framework to prepare for performance discussions, articulate your value, and steer the conversation toward your desired outcomes.

Intro to Sustainability and Career Management

Shift your mindset from short-term survival to building a consulting career that's both high-impact and personally sustainable for years to come.

Personal Capacity and Stretch

Learn how to accurately gauge your workload limits and push for growth without crossing the line into chronic burnout.

Long-Term Career Paths

Explore the diverse range of successful post-consulting exit opportunities and begin planning your next career transition.

Management Consulting Thriving Plan

Use this comprehensive framework to combine everything you’ve learned into a personalized, actionable strategy for long-term career success.

Seeking and Applying Feedback Effectively

Transform vague critiques into actionable insights and build a clear plan for closing skill gaps that are holding you back.