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Strategy Simplified

Management Consulted
Consulting
Management Consulting
Consulting Industry
Management Consulted
Networking
Mckinsey
BCG
Case Interviews
Career Development
Interview Preparation
Bain
Bain & Company
Private Equity
Mckinsey & Company
Consumer Behavior
Artificial Intelligence
Tariffs
NVIDIA
Walmart
Storytelling

Strategy Simplified is here to demystify the consulting industry and help you land your dream job in management consulting. Hosted by the expert team at Management Consulted - the world's largest resource for consulting news and interview prep - each episode covers topics related to the consulting world, from interview preparation and case study techniques to networking strategies and industry tre... more

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BCG quietly updated its Consulting Career Assessment (CCA) and most candidates approach it the wrong way.

In this episode, Katie – ex-BCG, Black Belt Advisor at Management Consulted – breaks down the revamped CCA across each sectio... more

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Everyone wonders what comes after consulting, but the exits aren't talked about.

In this episode of Consulting Unpacked, Jenny Rae (ex-Bain) breaks down the 5 most common exit paths – and why consulting opens more doors than almost... more

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Sebastian is a Purdue junior with Bain interviews coming up. He ran a full first-round Bain case live – and after every section, coach Mitali stopped and told him exactly what worked and what he missed.

Mitali spent 5 years in cons... more

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He got McKinsey and Bain interviews and practiced 30 cases with friends – but didn't make it past round 1.

Overconfident Ollie is a target school student with every reason to be confident. He joined Black Belt, made a plan – then m... more

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Recent Guests

Catherine Lee
Former Deloitte and BCG consultant, MBA from Harvard
Management Consulted
Episode: S23E5: The Summer Prep Window MBAs Miss – And How to Use It
Jenny Rae Leroux
Former Bain employee, entrepreneur with ~20 years in consulting
Bain; Entrepreneur
Episode: S23E3: Bain's Up or Out Culture – What They Tell You (And What They Don't) | Consulting Unpacked
Yang Yu
MBA candidate, Booth School of Business, University of Chicago; life sciences and healthcare background
University of Chicago Booth; Life Sciences/Healthcare industry experience
Episode: S22E28: The Evening MBA Who Landed McKinsey & Bain After Getting Rejected the First Time
Sean Virgitz
Partner at PwC, banking, capital markets
PwC
Episode: S22E26: Inside Financial Services Consulting: M&A, AI, and the Future of Banking (PwC & L.E.K.)
Faraz Khyasa
Senior Manager at LEK Consulting, Financial Services practice
LEK Consulting
Episode: S22E26: Inside Financial Services Consulting: M&A, AI, and the Future of Banking (PwC & L.E.K.)
Jenny Rae
Mentor advocate and consultant focused on building mentorship in consulting
Unspecified consulting practice
Episode: S22E25: The Simple Way to Build Powerful Mentors in Consulting | Consulting Unpacked
Jacob Broadbent
A mechanical engineer who moved into management consulting and earned a PwC offer
PwC Intern (PwC) / Mechanical Engineering background
Episode: S22E22: Engineer to Consultant: The Playbook That Led to a PwC Offer
Maile Dyer
Former Bain consultant, coach at Management Consulted
Management Consulted
Episode: S22E21: MBB Internship Recruiting Is Accelerating – Here’s How to Prepare
Anna Iwoschka
Executive with Clarkston Consulting, specializing in the life sciences sector.
Clarkston Consulting
Episode: S22E18: Life Sciences Consulting in 2026: Impact at Scale

Hosts

Japheth Mast
Co-host of the podcast and a seasoned consultant, providing valuable insights into the consulting industry.
Jenny Rae LaRue
Co-host, seasoned consultant, and former Bain consultant sharing industry insights and personal experiences in consulting.
Namaan Mian
Co-host and consultant dedicated to providing listeners with actionable advice in consulting and strategies for career success.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 297 ratings
  • Truly awesome

    Highly recommended listening to their episode in your free time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SamTech2025
    United Statesa year ago
  • Yassss

    If you’re even remotely thinking about pursuing a career in consulting , down load now !! It’s been such a huge value add for me as an MBA student recruiting this year .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bee23226
    United Statesa year ago
  • Intuitive Podcast

    The hosts stress the significance of clear subject lines, incorporating tags like A (Action), I (Information), or M (Meeting) to help recipients prioritize and understand the purpose of the email. They advocate for a structured approach using the pyramid principle, leading with key takeaways and supporting them with relevant data. The hosts also highlight a crucial statistic indicating that 76% of perceived credibility is based on communication structure, while only 24% depends on the actual con... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cristan Rex
    Philippines2 years ago
  • MISOPHONIA WARNING

    Content is super interesting but how do you publish a podcast with mouth smacking every 1-2 minutes.

    It’s DISGUSTING to listen to. You have a serious issue with your mics and editing.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tommopomo
    Netherlands3 years ago
  • Really enjoyed the case studies

    Case studies are perfect to listen to when im going to the gym etc. other podcasts like how to write a cover letter and prep were helpful too!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Muhaaminho
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Many find it an essential resource for preparing for consulting interviews and understanding industry dynamics.
The hosts are praised for their engaging communication style and ability to simplify complex topics.
Listeners appreciate the podcast for its practical advice and expert insights into the consulting industry.
Some negative feedback focuses on audio quality and editing issues, suggesting room for improvement in production.

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S23E8: Bain First Round Case: Luxury Helicopter Manufacturer Profitability Decline
Q: What is the recommended course of action if the hurdle target isn't met?
Provide a data-backed rationale for proceeding with Element X if overall market conditions justify it, emphasizing industry-wide effects and longer-term profit potential rather than a strict single-make target.
S23E8: Bain First Round Case: Luxury Helicopter Manufacturer Profitability Decline
Q: What data should we prioritize to diagnose the issue?
Focus on cost structure—particularly fixed versus variable costs—and then pull material-level breakdowns (steel, engines, etc.) and potential supplier and labor cost changes over the past several years.
S23E8: Bain First Round Case: Luxury Helicopter Manufacturer Profitability Decline
Q: What is the client and the problem we're solving?
The client is ChopperCo, a top-three luxury helicopter manufacturer, facing a profitability decline across the industry; the goal is to diagnose causes and outline steps to reverse the trend.
S23E5: The Summer Prep Window MBAs Miss – And How to Use It
Q: Catherine, what was your experience with the time commitment perspective for prep during the MBA?
Catherine explains that prep should start before classes start and be structured into a long ramp, not rushed sprinting, to avoid burnout and to build a reliable skillset that scales with the demands of interviews.
S22E22: Engineer to Consultant: The Playbook That Led to a PwC Offer
Q: How did you position yourself beyond being just an engineer during recruiting?
He emphasized his ability to translate between technical and business teams, pursued business coursework, and cultivated a broad, cross-domain perspective to speak to various audiences—demonstrating value beyond pure technical depth.

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This podcast focuses on breaking down the complexities of the management consulting industry, offering insights for aspiring consultants. Episodes typically cover a broad range of topics including interview preparation, case study techniques, and networking strategies, aiming to equip listeners with actionable advice and insider knowledge necessary to navigate their careers in consulting. Additionally, discussions featuring industry experts and real-life success stories add depth to the content, making it a valuable resource for individuals at various stages of their consulting journey, from newcomers to those contemplating career transitions.

Notably, the podcast emphasizes practical strategies and current industry trends, which may attra... more

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