Management Consulting Coaches

I know the consulting recruiting process inside and out, having been both a successful candidate and an interviewer. Over the last few years, I’ve coached more than 35 candidates for MBB interviews — many of whom have landed offers at McKinsey, BCG, Bain, and other top firms. I’ve worked with a range of profiles: undergrads, MBAs, international students, and lateral hires. I know what each firm looks for and how to help you bring your story, casing, and communication up to that bar. What I Offer Case Interview Coaching – Whether you're just starting or targeting final rounds, I can help you build strong fundamentals and sharpen advanced techniques. Behavioral / Fit Prep – We'll craft compelling, structured stories that feel authentic but still land with interviewers. Resume & Cover Letter Reviews – I’ll help tailor your materials to stand out in a competitive pool. End-to-End Strategy – School vs. off-cycle recruiting, networking tactics, firm-specific insights, and more. My coaching style is practical, honest, and highly tailored — focused on what moves the needle at each stage. If you’re aiming for MBB or other top consulting firms, I’d love to help you get there. Let’s connect and get started!

Experienced management consultant, advancing from Senior Consultant to Senior Manager in a big 4 firm in about 2 years following a career transition. I can help you understand the paths into consulting, practice for case interviews, and learn how to get promoted and advance your consulting career.

I help candidates land offers at top consulting firms by showing them exactly how to stand out. With offers from McKinsey, BCG, and Booz Allen Hamilton, and real experience at McKinsey, I know what firms look for and how to showcase it. I've coached dozens of undergrads and MBAs into firms like McKinsey by helping them sharpen their stories, master casing, and avoid the common mistakes that trip people up. I focus on what works: clear frameworks, honest feedback, and strategic prep tailored to your goals. Whether you're just getting started or prepping for final rounds, I’ll help you walk in with confidence and walk out with an offer.

I’m a former management consultant with six years of experience, including time at McKinsey (4 years), where I was consistently top-rated by both peers and partners. I’ve interviewed over 50 candidates myself, giving me firsthand insight into what firms truly look for at every level—from undergrad to MBA to experienced hires. As a coach, I have an 80%+ success rate helping candidates land offers by delivering honest, tailored feedback and rigorous case prep across a wide variety of topics. Whether you're just starting your consulting interview journey or refining your final-round strategy, I’ll help you approach it with confidence and precision.

What's up, I'm John Kreider! I'm a first generation college student and former Senior Associate Consultant at Bain & Company. I have personally done over 100 cases and given hundred more, helping dozens of students get offers at McKinsey, Bain, and BCG. I've also gotten others hired from industry, which is an uncommon strength. I was a part of Bain's recruiting team and started 1GEN at Bain (now called "First at Bain"), the affinity group for first generation college students/those from low-income backgrounds (FGLI). My biggest value is that I go beyond case interview prep and instead focus on how to 1) get the interview, 2) nail the soft skills, and 3) case interview perfectly.

With a robust background in large scale digital transformations at Deloitte Digital and PwC and extensive experience in the financial services industry, I bring a wealth of knowledge to help you break into management or technology consulting. I have successfully coached various individuals and university students, guiding them through the intricacies of case interviews, resume optimization, and behavioral interview prep. My hands-on experience in leading multi-million dollar projects and cross-functional teams ensures that I can provide you with practical, actionable insights. Let's work together to craft a winning strategy for your consulting career. Reach out to get started!

I reached final round interviews at McKinsey, Bain, BCG, Deloitte, and Accenture and ended up selecting McKinsey for my internship junior year before returning there full time for ~3 years. I was an assigned interview buddy/coach at McKinsey, and was a first and second round interviewer for Interns/BAs/Associates in the Cleveland office.

Earlier in my career, I spent over 9 years in management consulting at Accenture, where I partnered with Fortune 100 companies across CPG, tech, retail, fintech, healthcare, and media & entertainment. That breadth of exposure gave me a strong understanding of how different business models operate and what it takes to drive alignment and results in complex environments. I have deep experience launching 0 to 1 products and scaling them across global markets. I thrive on building go-to-market engines from the ground up, crafting clear positioning, and driving execution across cross-functional teams.

I worked at McKinsey for over five years, spending the last two as an Engagement Manager in the Swiss office. As an interviewer, I conducted numerous candidate interviews and can offer valuable insights and tips on how to excel in a consulting interview. Additionally, I can help you gain a deeper understanding of the consulting industry as a whole, especially if you are still deciding whether this field is the right fit for you.

With offers from McKinsey, Bain, and BCG across both the U.S. and Japan, and a track record of helping candidates land offers at every major MBB office in the U.S. and Asia, I specialize in helping candidates break into top-tier consulting. I bring not just personal success, but institutional insight: I served as BCG’s North America Recruiting Champion in 2019, personally bringing in the highest number of experienced hire recruits across the region—a distinction that earned me a special bonus. I also led campus recruiting efforts at WashU, where I was directly responsible for the largest class BCG Chicago had ever hired from the school. From undergraduates to MBAs, I’ve coached 100+ candidates through every stage of the MBB process—from shaping compelling personal stories and acing case interviews to navigating final-round dynamics. I’ve worked with peers at Wharton, students at top undergrad programs, and international candidates navigating recruiting from both inside and outside the U.S. Beyond offer prep, I also bring insider perspective on how to build a long-term career at MBB. At BCG, I was part of the PIPE practice in the Dubai office advising Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds, which became the springboard for my later transition into finance. If you’re looking to stay and grow within the firm, or eventually pivot to PE, VC, or IB, I can help you strategically plan your path from day one. If you’re looking for proven, structured coaching to land a consulting offer—especially at MBB—this is the right package. For candidates also weighing broader finance or career strategy questions, feel free to check out my holistic career coaching package as well.