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As a Distinctive (highest performance rating) McKinsey EM, popular people leader, and core member of our recruiting team, I know what it takes to not only get into McKinsey but also perform at the top of your class. During my time at McKinsey I interviewed >100 candidates and sat in >20 decision meetings. I understand the difference between “good” and “great” and love breaking down the complex and opaque interview process into manageable - and even fun - prep work. I pride myself in being a great people leader and have coached countless MBA, undergrads, and experienced hires through successful interviews.

Welcome, bienvenidos, bem-vindos! I'm a former management consultant at McKinsey & Company with almost 5 years at the firm across the United States and Latin America - whether you need help with case interview preparation, resume optimization, or behavioral interview techniques, I'm happy to help guide you - I even interviewed more than 40 candidates for Analyst and Associate roles (including summer internships) during my time at McKinsey! Additionally, I am trilingual - I'm a native English speaker originally from the United States, but I have lived and worked in Mexico and Brazil and am happy to help out in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Please feel free to reach out!

Let me be your MBB sherpa! 😊Like a sherpa, I am an expert at helping you navigate the dizzying terrain of MBB life (both recruiting and post-accpetance). My three biggest value-adds are: (1) case interviewing - to this day I still case interview applicants; (2) MBB reviews: I love to dispell the myths and rumors you may have encountered on forums like Reddit; (3) Role-fit assessment: providing honest feedback on whether an MBB career aligns with your goals. SInce I was cross-offered between BCG and McKinsey I spent an immense amount of time studying the two firms. At McKinsey I continued to do this as I focused on helping cross-offerees understand the differences among MBB. Even before starting at McKinsey, I was helping peers break into MBB by being a paid case interviewer at Wharton (where I completed my JD/MBA degree from The Wharton School and University of Pennsylvania Law School). I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to my coaching. At McKinsey, I specialized in growth and efficiency studies and was trained as an interviewer, providing me with deep insights into the consulting recruitment process. Over the years, I've successfully coached dozens of MBB prospects, helping them navigate the complexities of case interviews to secure positions at top consulting firms. I particularly enjoy spending serious time explaining the differences between the firms (based off my own dilligence when cross-offered as well as from my current ex-MBB colleagues). My recent McKinsey alumunus status perfectly positions me to provide relevant insights on how to master the consulting case interview, objectively decide between MBB firms, and optimize your MBB experience (particularly at McKinsey). I enjoy talking about all facets of MBB recruiting and MBB life - nothing is off limits (e.g., what should one actually expect, how does McK staffing work in practice). The latter topic of McKinsey staffing is particularly interesting to me as I always self-staffed (apart from the summer internship). Moreover, as an alumnus who sitll uses case interviews I have recruited several ex-MBB consultants. This allows me to continue to gain insights on any Firm updates, confirm differences in how the MBB firms operate, and comment on what to expect post-MBB. Whether you're looking to refine your interview skills or need comprehensive application support, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and craft a strategy to achieve your career goals!

Welcome to my profile! As a McKinsey Alum and former McKinsey & Company Summer Business Analyst, I have extensive experience in the management consulting industry. I have owned and managed multiple workstreams, crafted messaging and materials for client presentations, and fostered strong client relations through interviews and presentations. I've also worked as Project Director through Stanford Consulting, sourcing client engagements for the organization and leading a team of consultants through these client engagements. Additionally, I have a background in project management as a Project Manager at Alteryx and have interned at an EdTech startup. With my knowledge and expertise, I have successfully coached people just like you in their pursuit of a career in management consulting. If you're looking to break into the industry, I would love to help you navigate the application process and master the case interview. Reach out to me and let's work together to achieve your goals!

✨WHY CHOOSE MELANIE? Known as the "Case Assassin" at Columbia Business School, I successfully traded in a career as a Fashionista to McKinsey consultant, securing the MBA Summer Internship and Full-time Offer. Not only have I achieved MBB offers myself, but I also am a Professional ICF Certified Coach with proven experience coaching applicants to offers; and have deep interview and public speaking experience as a TEDx speaker on Executive Presence. ✨WHO I WORK WITH: • Traditional and Non-Traditional Candidates • Diverse Applicants including POC, Veterans, and LGBTQIA+ • Candidates with High and Low Test Scores • Masters, Undergraduate, and Experienced Hire Candidates ✨SCHEDULE YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: Contact Melanie Espeland for your free consultation today.

Welcome to my profile! I'm new on Leland, but I bring a proven track record—1,400+ five-star reviews across platforms and 600+ consulting offers secured for my clients over the last 4 years as well as a bestselling case interview book on Amazon. To celebrate my launch here, I'm offering special deals: 50% off your first session or buy 2 sessions for the price of 1. Curious about my approach and success rate? Let's connect—reach out for a free intro call! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I'm Dr. Florian Smeritschnig, a seasoned consultant, bestselling case interview and consulting career author, and former McKinsey consultant. With over 2,000 interviews conducted and hundreds of top-tier consulting offers generated for my clients over the last 4 years, I am the most successful case and fit interview coach in the industry. Through StrategyCase.com, I have reached over 1.5 million consulting applicants and new hires, providing tailored solutions and unique advice for breaking into top management consulting firms like McKinsey, BCG, and Bain. Whether you need help with networking, resumes, aptitude tests, case and fit interviews, or career advice, I have the expertise to guide you towards success. If that sounds interesting, please schedule a free intro call to explore how I can support you!