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Unleashed - How to Thrive as an Independent Professional

Will Bachman
Consulting
Private Equity
Artificial Intelligence
Manufacturing Industry
Board Membership
Employee Engagement
Market Research
Business Development
Mckinsey & Company
Executive Search
Consulting Firms
Marketing Strategy
Wokelo
Spencer Stuart
Entrepreneurship
Powerpoint
Business Strategy
Telecommunications Analysis
Mergers and Acquisitions
Somatics

Unleashed explores how to thrive as an independent professional.

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Andreia Fernandes, founder of the Portfolio Career Institute, explains that the term "portfolio career" was coined by Charles Handy in 1994, and it emphasizes working in different roles and contexts.

Defining a Portfolio Career

And... more

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Shankar Ananth shares his background, mentioning his nine years of consulting experience, highlighting his experience at McKinsey and Bain, and his role in building the new app, Micro-Casing.

Bridging the Gap in Case Interview Prepar... more

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• Update since recording: Restack has since moved to one simple plan at $800 per seat per month, and now works across PowerPoint, Excel, and Word as a single agent.

Harsh Aggarwal is the founder of Restack, an AI agent that works in... more

Vaibhav Longani introduces Giani.ai, the tool that helps consultants build PowerPoint decks one slide at a time. Vaibhav shares his background as a freelance consultant for seven years, working with leading consulting firms across the US, Middle East... more

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Recent Guests

Andreia Fernandes
Founder of Portfolio Career Institute
Portfolio Career Institute
Episode: 655. Andreia Fernandes, Portfolio Careers: The future of work?
Shankar Ananth
Alum of McKinsey and Bain; creator of MicroCasing
MicroCasing
Episode: 654. Shankar Ananth, Micro-Casing: A Gamified Way to Practice Case Interviews
Harsh Aggarwal
Founder of Restack, AI agent inside PowerPoint for consulting teams
Restack
Episode: 653. Harsh Aggarwal, How AI Lets Solo Consultants Take On Bigger Work
Vaibhav Longani
Founder of gani.ai, consultant-focused slide/content automation tool founder
gani.ai
Episode: 652. Vaibhav Longani, Giani: Zero‑Defect, Source‑Backed Slides for Consultants
Chad Oakley
CEO of Charles Aris; expert in strategy recruiting for private equity and corporate roles
Charles Aris
Episode: 651. Chad Oakley, Current State of the Consulting Market in 2026
Gaurav Bhosle
Consulting career coach and ex-McKinsey consultant
Being Consultant
Episode: 650. Gaurav Bhosle, Master the Consulting Journey: break-in, build & thrive
Lana Newishy
Founder of Hey Intake
Hey Intake
Episode: 649. Lana Newishy, Founder of Hey Intake
Mathooshan Manoharan
Special guest, former individual contributor promoted to manager at Umbrex
Umbrex
Episode: 648. Mathooshan Manoharan, From Individual Contributor to Manager: Lessons Learned at Umbrex
Mehdi Frikha
Founder/CEO of MZX AI (MZXAI)
MZX AI
Episode: 647. Mehdi Frikha, mzx.ai: Consulting-Grade AI-Generated PowerPoint Decks, in Minutes

Host

Will Bachman
Host of the show; facilitator of interviews and discussions with independent consultants and industry experts.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 106 ratings
  • Mastering Mindsets with Srikumar Rao

    In a compelling episode of "Unleashed," Srikumar Rao offers a masterclass in mental models for personal mastery. His profound yet practical strategies, such as "Good thing, bad thing, who knows?" provide independent professionals with the tools to craft an extraordinary life, regardless of external circumstances. An essential listen for anyone on the path to resilience and success.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I value the unique angle
    Austria3 years ago
  • Great tips and consulting resources

    These podcasts have helped me grow my consulting practice

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pujitococogorda
    United States3 years ago
  • This podcast is a STANDARD.

    I have been following Will’s podcast for several years now, and I am constantly amazed at the volume of useful information I get from him. I’m a marketing professional working in the tech sector, so maybe you’d think I wouldn’t get a ton out of a consulting podcast. Wrong. Almost every episode has me taking copious notes. How to approach solving business problems, how to navigate Excel/ChatGPT, why you should read Shakespeare to expand as a human being… Where else can you get this? Unleashed ha... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gunstreetgrrl
    United States3 years ago
  • Very helpful!

    This podcast is so helpful in understanding business consulting as a newbie! Great examples that help illustrate the different topics. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🐹onemouse
    United States4 years ago
  • Love Drew Kerr’s Episode

    So interesting! Learned a lot!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ilovethesmalltalk
    United States5 years ago

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Positive feedback on the host's interviewing style and ability to connect topics to real-world workflows
High production quality and consistently valuable content for independent consultants
Engaging host who brings out practical takeaways from diverse guests
Guests often provide real-world demos and templates listeners can apply immediately
Listeners value the mix of longer-form interviews and actionable tips

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654. Shankar Ananth, Micro-Casing: A Gamified Way to Practice Case Interviews
Q: Tell us how you create and validate these cases.
The guest describes a process combining AI-generated case content with three manual quality reviews by case coaches, plus a potential disagreement feature to capture expert feedback, ensuring rigor across 60+ cases.
650. Gaurav Bhosle, Master the Consulting Journey: break-in, build & thrive
Q: What does a typical coaching engagement look like for someone trying to break into consulting?
The coach emphasizes a three-phased process: foundation (case basics, fit questions, CV polish), parallel tracks of practice and networking, and polishing with advanced, role-specific case work; mindsets and tools are introduced early to ensure a durable, strategic preparation rather than superficial case-cracking.
651. Chad Oakley, Current State of the Consulting Market in 2026
Q: What tips would you have on how to position yourself having been an independent consultant, to potential return to a global firm?
Focus on direct outreach to partners or principals who oversee relevant industries or functions, and present case-study style evidence of value creation, especially tied to portfolio companies or deals you or the firm has been involved with.
647. Mehdi Frikha, mzx.ai: Consulting-Grade AI-Generated PowerPoint Decks, in Minutes
Q: Can you show an example of the output and how customizable it is?
They discuss a 41-slide technical proposal example, highlight the level of customization (tone, outputs, templates), and note that the tool can tailor content with client context, firm credentials, and even external databases.
647. Mehdi Frikha, mzx.ai: Consulting-Grade AI-Generated PowerPoint Decks, in Minutes
Q: What is the pricing and sign-up process?
The platform is currently in closed beta and will launch in four weeks with a $20 entry subscription that covers up to 120 slides; enterprise options include private cloud deployments and additional credits for more content.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Unleashed

What is Unleashed about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Unleashed delivers pragmatic guidance for independent professionals, with episodes focusing on building and growing solo consulting practices, applying AI and modern tooling to client work, and running efficient operations. Across recent conversations, listeners hear hands-on demonstrations (from AI-powered presentation tools to template-driven workflows), practical frameworks for sales, delivery, and client management, and firsthand stories from founders, operators, and consultants applying lean, data-driven approaches in real-world settings. A standout trait is the mix of actionable, how-to content and thoughtful commentary on mindset, productization, and scaling a one-person or small-team practice—often anchored by live demos, templates,... more

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2. Shankar Ananth
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7. Lana Newishy
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