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As a Consultant at Oliver Wyman, I bring extensive experience in resume screening, case prep, and interview coaching, having led undergraduate recruiting during our most recent application cycle. I was able to succesfully pivot from finance to consulting via prior internships in investment banking at Barclays and private equity at Trive Capital, allowing me to offer a well-rounded perspective to candidates looking to make a similar transition. I now specialize in digital, aviation, and financial services, delivering impactful strategies for leading clients. I’ve successfully mentored over 30 students, helping them secure positions at top consulting firms. Let’s work together to master your case interviews and land your dream job in consulting! Reach out to get started.

My goal is simple: do everything in my power to help folks land and succeed in competitive management consulting or strategy and operations roles.

Why you should work with me: ◆ I was part of Bain's interview team and know exactly what it takes to break into MBBs (Bain, McKinsey, BCG) ◆ In the summer/fall 2025 cycle for undergrad and MBA hiring, my candidates landed the following offers: Bain (10), McKinsey (4), BCG (3), LEK (3), Kearney (1) ◆ I've coached for over 1,000 hours, have the most sessions run of any Management Consulting coach on Leland, and have helped candidates land 150+ offers at MBBs and similar firms ◆ I've developed a comprehensive coaching system built on targeted learning/drills for every case element (includes take-home resources and in-session drills) – which is far more effective than only running full cases, both in terms of the time it takes for candidates to come up the learning cure and the level to which they perform ◆ I work with candidates at every stage of the process – for some it's ~1-3 cases to polish before a final round, whereas for many it's a ~2-4 month fully-comprehensive partnership that covers all elements (networking, resume, cover letter, applications, interview prep, etc.) ◆ I'm 100% bought in on my clients' success – I love this work and put just as much of my heart into the process as my candidates do (and sometimes more 😀) Clients often report that I'm the coach who says what other coaches are unwilling to say – whether that's providing a fully transparent assessment of where they're falling short, addressing a lack of confidence, or correcting a tendency to use language that's overly forced and formal. I address whatever needs to be addressed to give my candidates the best chance of landing their dream job. My style is direct, honest, and deeply supportive! And I love to laugh too.

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.

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.

Engineer turned consultant. Extensive experience with casing

While at EY-Parthenon, I've conducted 50+ case and behavioral interviews, and worked on recruiting teams for both undergrad and MBA programs. I've worked with consulting applicants from undergrad internships through post-MBA roles on everything from perfecting your resume to behavioral interviewing, refining your brand and nailing the case interview.

A management consulting career provides invaluable experience working with some of the biggest companies in the world and creates a powerful launch pad for the rest of your career. Having recruited across MBB and Deloitte, worked at Monitor Deloitte for 3 years, and then leveraged this experience for a VC investing role and acceptance at Harvard Business School I want to share my unique experience with you to help you land your dream role. From case practice to behavioral prep and resume review, I will help you craft a unique, holistic application where you can confidently showcase your best self and breeze through the recruiting process.

I recently completed an internship at Bain & Company and have accepted a return offer! Navigating the complexities of consulting recruitment can be daunting, but with my firsthand experience and coaching expertise, you'll be well-equipped to succeed. Having personally mentored numerous individuals to secure roles at MBB firms after I placed, I understand the ins and outs of the process and can offer practical and tailored advice. Many people are far removed from the interview process, yet my strategy has worked wonders for myself and those around me. Please feel free to reach out! I'm eager and willing to help :)

I am working at Bain & Company and landed offers at multiple consulting firms. I have personally done over 250 cases and given 2000+ cases, helping dozens of students get offers at MBB and other consulting firms in EU and US. As a former start-up founder (and hiring manager), I can go beyond case interview prep and focus on CV and Cover Letter optimization and soft skills. Full guidances and mentoring you during the challlenging journey - from beginning to end, with additional but important informal catchups to keep you on track, even for your small questions, doubts or worries to maximize success rate Full MBB Interview Prep pacakage: - CV & Cover Letter (Template, 30 min intro call, 30 min feedback call) - 5 x 1h coaching sessions (Prep call, Case 1, Case 2, Case 3, Behavioural) - Ad hoc requests (building frameworks, mental math, case wrap-up ...) - Question hotline via Whatsapp/email - Debrief discussion before and after every interview round