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How to Read Financial Statements

Knowing how to read financial statements is one of the most vital skills you can possess in business, and an essential one for a consultant. Financial statements are the tools used to assess the overall financial health of any organization. They give you a report card on a variety of crucial factors such as income,…

Types of Consultants

There are many types of consultants that exist to help organizations address business issues. Being a consultant can be a fulfilling and lucrative career. That is, if you are willing to put in the long hours, continue to learn, and consistently produce results for your clients. Types of Business Consultants Before we talk about all…

KPMG Locations

Are you interested in a job with KPMG? With over 80 global offices to choose from – and incredible training, fun office culture, and awesome professional development – how in the world can you tell the difference between them? KPMG is a blue box (ha ha – get it? Their logo is blue. No? Our…

McKinsey Academy

From digital transformation to an aging workforce, there is a remarkable amount of change taking place in the marketplace today. McKinsey, arguably the most acclaimed management consulting firm in the world, saw a need to develop a new generation of leaders given the evolving business climate. So, the firm launched McKinsey Academy. The above is…

3 Main Types of Fit Interview Questions

The fit interview is like a behavioral interview for the consulting industry. Within that, there are distinct fit interview question types a candidate should be aware of. Today, we're sharing about 3 types of fit interview questions. The direct questions, story questions, and what we call "tricky" questions. Intrigued? Good! Read on as Jenny Rae,…

Mergers and Acquisitions Case Walkthrough: McKinsey Style- Restaurant Acquisition

When you think about case interview prep, you must be ready for all types of cases. Generally there are 6 types of case interviews. They are: profitability cases, mergers & acquisitions cases, brain teaser cases, consulting math cases, market sizing cases, and market study cases. Going through case walkthroughs can be helpful as they allow…

Top Consulting Firms In Europe

The top consulting firms in Europe are companies that candidates all around the world compete for. After all, what’s not to love about Europe? The entire continent is steeped in beautiful architecture, delicious food, and inspiring culture. If you’re not from Europe, working in a city like London and traveling to Italy, France, or Germany…

Effective Leadership in Turbulent Times

In turbulent times like these, effective leadership sets the tone and direction for an organization. Nerves are on edge and uncertainty can decrease productivity, but an effective leader can motivate others to remain calm and keep the larger vision in view. What Is Effective Leadership? Before we can talk about effective leadership, it is important…

Working from Home Tips

Working from home (WFH) is the newest acronym to invade our professional lexicon. Some of you may already be working from home pros, while others may be brand new to working remotely. Pandemic or not, working from home is becoming a way of life for many. Companies are seeing the value in allowing employees to…

Bain Consultant Salary

A Bain consultant salary is one of the most competitive in the management consulting industry. The consulting industry has been booming in recent years, and going hard after top talent. But an increasing number of boutique firms are appearing on the stage with traditional players. Competition for talent is high, and it has driven salaries…