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Strategy Simplified

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

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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Everyone assumes AI is eating consulting alive – demand shrinking, firms pulling back. That's the narrative. 

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Recent Guests

Namaan MCCOO
Energy consulting expert
Episode: S23E21: The Real Driver Behind the Energy Consulting Boom
Hunter Whitney
Panelist who received an offer from Deloitte
Deloitte
Episode: S23E18: 5 Candidates Share What Actually Got Them MBB Offers
Arav Saxena
Panelist who received an offer from McKinsey
McKinsey & Company
Episode: S23E18: 5 Candidates Share What Actually Got Them MBB Offers
Aisha Adhidaya
Panelist who received an offer from BCG as an experienced hire
Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
Episode: S23E18: 5 Candidates Share What Actually Got Them MBB Offers
Mitali Jalan
Former Bain interviewer and senior consultant with experience at Bain London; renowned case coach and interview coach for Management Consulted
Bain, Deloitte, London Business School
Episode: S23E17: Ex-Bain Interviewer Shares What Gets You Hired at Bain
Arda Ecevit
Ex-Bain Senior Manager and Co-Founder of NexStrat AI
NexStrat AI
Episode: S23E16: How AI is Disrupting the Consulting Model | Arda Ecevit, Ex-Bain & NexStrat AI Founder
Charlie Sorensen
Head of BearingPoint's Utilities Practice (London)
BearingPoint
Episode: S23E12: Energy Consulting Is Exploding – 3 Insiders Break Down Why
Sean Jump
Director for Whaling Gas North America, DSS Plus
DSS Plus
Episode: S23E12: Energy Consulting Is Exploding – 3 Insiders Break Down Why
Michael Einstein
Senior Director, Energy Practice North America, Simon-Kucher
Simon-Kucher
Episode: S23E12: Energy Consulting Is Exploding – 3 Insiders Break Down Why

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Katie (Management Consulted/Strategy Simplified)
Lead host with deep involvement across Strategy Simplified and Management Consulted brands; often guides case prep, coaching, and interview strategy.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 301 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 States2 years 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
    Philippines3 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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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audiences appreciate expert guests and coaching program promotions, finding the content highly relevant for converting prep into offers.
Feedback highlights the structured frameworks and professional guidance as key value for interview readiness and networking.
Listeners praise the practical, actionable case prep and live walkthroughs.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S23E21: The Real Driver Behind the Energy Consulting Boom
Q: What should a strong energy consultant profile look like in the current market?
Focus on projects where you led and delivered real implementation, not just subject-matter expertise. Show concrete analytics work, how you translated insights into execution, how you aligned stakeholders in a matrixed organization, and demonstrate operational transformation experience rather than sustainability buzzwords.
S23E21: The Real Driver Behind the Energy Consulting Boom
Q: Namaan, what's driving the current hiring boom in energy consulting?
There's accelerating demand across multiple drivers—data center buildouts, grid modernization, AI-enabled operations, a tighter regulatory environment, and M&A activity—plus a broader competition for talent from energy, PE-backed platforms, and tech firms, all of which increases opportunities for candidates with the right mix of tech depth and business context.
S23E19: BCG Case Interview – Solar Energy Revenue Decline
Q: If we can't modify our price, how many units would we need to install to return to the 2016 revenue levels?
Based on the data, about 160,000 annual installations would be required to restore the 2016 revenue level, given the 2026 revenue per installation and the 2016 revenue benchmarks.
S23E18: 5 Candidates Share What Actually Got Them MBB Offers
Q: How early did you begin interview prep and what did that prep look like?
Prep varied; some started immediately after rounds opened, combining live case practice, coaching, and online resources, with emphasis on targeted feedback and balancing practice with real-time experience.
S23E18: 5 Candidates Share What Actually Got Them MBB Offers
Q: What role did networking play in your success, and how did you approach it effectively?
Networking was crucial; start early, aim for meaningful conversations, track interactions, and come prepared with genuine questions and personal connections rather than transactional chats.

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Strategy Simplified delivers practical, interview-focused guidance for aspiring and current management consultants. Episodes consistently cover case prep techniques, firm culture, recruiting strategies, and coaching programs designed to accelerate offers from top firms. A notable strength is the heavy emphasis on structured thinking, real-case walkthroughs, and actionable frameworks, often paired with promotions for a coaching or Black Belt program. The format blends live-case practice, expert interviews, and storytelling to demystify the recruitment process and to help listeners translate preparation into tangible interview outcomes. Potential listeners may find it especially useful if they're targeting MBB firms, value process-oriented pr... more

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