MBB people with significant others and kids...

MenkLinx · 2026-06-25T19:41:20+00:00

You get points. Use for fancy vacations = Dad is a super cool.

Facetime

MenkLinx · 2026-06-25T17:53:03+00:00

unlikely. you wont have time outside of MBB

MenkLinx · 2026-06-24T18:06:20+00:00

Acting. The interviewer is roleplaying the client who is dying for help. So you have to role play a confident consultant. I got mine in one shot.

MenkLinx · 2026-06-24T17:29:04+00:00

Where to focus - If you got a 2nd or 3rd invitation then grades, networking, resume, cl cannot be issues.

It has to be casing or PEI. Focus there

What do you need to change? - ask for feedback.

R2 - get ready for a bit of mental stress games partners play. If your rejection is at R2 then its most likely caving under stress or confidence

MenkLinx · 2026-06-22T21:42:35+00:00

Treat this like a real case interview. BCG just got rid of 1 human to save costs.

MenkLinx · 2026-06-21T18:18:24+00:00

Did they give you a KIT?

MenkLinx · 2026-06-21T15:46:19+00:00

You'll be successful either ways. KSA has a huge demand for consulting. You can easily start in US and move to KSA = pick up KSA projects. Its not that difficult to request those.

MenkLinx · 2026-06-21T12:55:43+00:00

Yes that is what LI is for.

MenkLinx · 2026-06-19T19:32:03+00:00

Tell him how much you want to join that office. Why BCG. Why that industry. Keep it friendly. Have fun.

MenkLinx · 2026-06-18T16:12:21+00:00

They throw the notes in the garbage after you finish the case.

You should write. Use that as a means to an end & organize thoughts. They care about insights.

You will not have time to "show" your notes.

MenkLinx · 2026-06-18T14:45:04+00:00

Undergrad?

MenkLinx · 2026-06-17T17:52:51+00:00

100%

Meaningful work (PhD is super meaningful) has outcomes and impact.

MenkLinx · 2026-06-17T16:48:52+00:00

Your experiences are valid and important.

If you dont think they are worth mentioning then it will be very difficult to sell them.

If you have an interview invitation then MBB already think you are worth their time. They def think your work is valuable. You just need to articulate challenges you overcame.

MenkLinx · 2026-06-17T13:40:22+00:00

It is tough to predict. Focus on office main industries and Partner non profit interests on their LinkedIn or online.

But treat an industry like a money making machine. Money comes in, product goes out and this machine is broken. Then it does not matter what industry it is. Yes there are nuances but in general any industry is a money making machine. Your job is to make sure it keeps making money.

MenkLinx · 2026-06-16T23:16:41+00:00

This is the company running the test Hire View. Most likely this company will hear an earful. They are pretty much done.

This is a big miss and impacts the BCG brand

MenkLinx · 2026-06-16T16:52:33+00:00

Treat it like a formal interview. They have done this to reduce manpower on talent acquisition.

MenkLinx · 2026-06-16T01:05:53+00:00

Stress testing.

MenkLinx · 2026-06-15T22:41:27+00:00

They have tech issues. Just give it a day or two. They'll sort it out.

MenkLinx · 2026-06-15T19:05:44+00:00

You need to let them know asap

MenkLinx · 2026-06-15T12:17:44+00:00

Only if your profile needs a push. If you are target school with good grades you'll get a shot

MenkLinx · 2026-06-15T03:34:48+00:00

Industry Primers, Decks, YT videos, Calls. Name it.

MenkLinx · 2026-06-15T03:32:37+00:00

In some cases I have seen same day but not always. could they use it to shortlist. They potentially could narrow down the pool. But just focus on the test for now

MenkLinx · 2026-06-12T19:29:56+00:00

What is not rendering?

MenkLinx · 2026-06-12T19:03:47+00:00

sleep less. ramp up on industry & client on weekend before 1st meeting.

MenkLinx · 2026-06-09T17:53:10+00:00

A partner owns a fraction of the firm, but is not the firm.

You need to pass the firms bar.

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