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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 trends. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to make a transition, Strategy Simplified is the go-to resource for anyone looking to break into the consulting industry. With actionable advice, insider tips, and real-life success stories, this podcast is the ultimate guide to simplifying your career strategy and landing your dream consulting job.

  1. S21E2: The #1 Case Interview Habit That Gets You the Offer

    1 DAY AGO

    S21E2: The #1 Case Interview Habit That Gets You the Offer

    Send us a text What separates candidates who crush their case interviews from those who fall short? Former Bain consultant Jenny Rae Le Roux reveals the #1 habit that top performers share – and it’s not about frameworks or math.  If you’re preparing for McKinsey, BCG, Bain, or any consulting interview, this is the mindset shift that changes everything. Additional Resources: Work 1:1 with an MBB coach through our Black Belt program for personalized prep that gets you from practice to offerPartner Links: Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025Connect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

    9 min
  2. S21E1: Bain Case Interview – Can You Make Small Gyms More Profitable?

    6 DAYS AGO

    S21E1: Bain Case Interview – Can You Make Small Gyms More Profitable?

    Send us a text In this Bain case interview, ex-Bain consultant and coach Juliane Hoss walks through a profitability case on franchising small gyms.  Listen as she guides a candidate through structuring, quant, and communication – and hear expert coaching along the way on how to think (and sound) like a Bain consultant. Learn how to: Clarify objectives and criteria of success earlyPrioritize profit levers with confidenceCommunicate like a top-tier consultantWhether you’re gearing up for final rounds or just starting your prep, this case will help you turn practice into offers. Work with Juliane: See Juliane's coaching calendarPurchase the Black Belt case prep program for 1:1 coaching with Juliane (8-10 hours)Connect on LinkedInAdditional Resources: Subscribe on YouTube for more live casesPartner Links: Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025Listen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

    47 min

  3. 30 OCT

    S20E30: PayPal plugs into ChatGPT for E-Commerce

    Send us a text Namaan and Jenny Rae break down PayPal’s new integration with ChatGPT and what it means for e commerce. They cover how checkout could live inside AI, who wins and loses across retailers and suppliers, and why PayPal’s first dividend signals a new chapter. They also map OpenAI’s business model today. Subscriptions. Enterprise licensing. Future transaction fees. Possible ads. What shifts when 800 million people use ChatGPT weekly.  Chapters 03:24 The E-commerce Landscape and PayPal's Role06:25 Disruption in Retail and Customer Relationships09:11 PayPal's Business Model and Market Reaction12:15 Implications of PayPal's Dividend Announcement15:05 OpenAI's Business Model and Revenue Streams17:57 Future of E-commerce with ChatGPT21:54 Ethical Considerations and User TrustListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

    37 min
  4. S20E29: From "Worst Case Interview Ever" to Bain’s #1 Recruit

    29 OCT

    S20E29: From "Worst Case Interview Ever" to Bain’s #1 Recruit

    Send us a text Jenny Rae was told she had the *worst case interview ever.* Her McKinsey mock interview was a total disaster. The feedback from her friend at McKinsey? Cancel the real interview or prepare harder than ever. In this episode, Jenny Rae shares how she went from bombing that mock to becoming Bain’s #1 recruit on the East Coast.  You’ll hear the exact prep strategy she used, the case interview mistakes that almost cost her everything, and how she turned it all around. Additional Resources: Join the Black Belt program for the same playbook Jenny Rae used, now used by 15,000+ candidatesGet our best case interview prep resources, from deep dives to free guides and practice material Partner Links: Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025Connect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

    10 min

  5. 28 OCT

    S20E28: Did UPS Outgrow Amazon?

    Send us a text UPS posted a surprise beat and a bold turnaround. Jenny Rae and Namaan break down where the 34,000+ cuts land, why Amazon volume fell 21 percent, and how route consolidation, asset light moves, and small business focus could reshape holiday shipping.  We also cover tariffs and the de minimis change, plus why supply chain consulting is set to boom. Chapters 02:58 Understanding UPS's Business Model and Challenges05:57 UPS's Turnaround Strategy and Job Cuts09:01 Financial Performance and Market Positioning11:56 AI's Role in UPS's Restructuring15:29 Customer Experience and Market Dynamics19:56 Exploring Growth Opportunities for UPS24:43 Revenue Growth Strategies Beyond Amazon30:06 Asset-Light Business Model and Consulting Potential34:11 Navigating Compliance and International Revenue ChallengesListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

    41 min
  6. S20E27: Case Interview Myths, Mistakes, and Fixes Straight from MBB Coaches

    24 OCT

    S20E27: Case Interview Myths, Mistakes, and Fixes Straight from MBB Coaches

    Send us a text Interviews coming up? This episode is your shortcut to consulting interview success. 3 Management Consulted case coaches – Ish Mawla (BCG), Mark Di Giorgio (McKinsey), and Tobe Ofili (Bain) – join forces to share their best insider advice on how to fix common case interview mistakes and avoid sabotaging your prep. They reveal how to: Build structures that flex beyond memorized frameworksImprove fast, accurate mental mathBalance behavioral and case prep effectivelyHandle nerves and recover when you’re stumpedIdentify and close your personal skill gapsIf you’re ready to move from “stuck” to “offer,” this is the conversation you’ve been waiting for. Additional Resources: Book a 1:1 case interview coaching session with an MBB expert Access case and math drills inside your Management Consulted accountSubscribe to Management Consulted on YouTube for weekly videos on case prep, resumes, and recruiting insightsExplore the Black Belt case prep program for guided, start-to-offer prepListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

    56 min
  7. S20E26: Meet the Consulting Trailblazers Driving Real Change in 2025

    22 OCT

    S20E26: Meet the Consulting Trailblazers Driving Real Change in 2025

    Send us a text Step inside the 2025 Consulting Change Maker Awards, where we spotlight the consultants redefining impact in today’s industry.  This high-energy ceremony features leaders from Portage Point Partners, Clarkston Consulting, FTI Consulting, and more – trailblazers transforming teams, clients, and firm cultures. Whether you’re leading a team, mentoring others, or mapping your next career move, this episode will inspire you to think bigger about what’s possible. Additional Resources: Connect with the 2025 Change Maker Award winnersElevate your team’s executive storytelling with presentation training from Management ConsultedLearn how Management Consulted partners with firms to attract top talentListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

    1 hr
  8. S20E25: Why Retailers Are Betting on Pokémon and Taylor Swift Cards

    21 OCT

    S20E25: Why Retailers Are Betting on Pokémon and Taylor Swift Cards

    Send us a text Pokémon and Taylor Swift trading cards are making a billion-dollar comeback, and Target and Walmart are cashing in.  Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what this craze says about retail strategy, consumer behavior, and the strength of the U.S. shopper heading into the holidays. Links Mentioned Pokémon, sports trading card boom boosts Target, Walmart ahead of holiday season (CNBC)Labubu Dolls and the Business of Scarcity (previous episode)GM stock soars 15% as automaker raises guidance, beats Q3 earnings (CNBC)Coca-Cola tops earnings and revenue estimates but says demand for drinks is still soft (CNBC)Chapters 02:56 Retail Strategies and Consumer Behavior06:05 Market Dynamics and Revenue Insights08:52 Consumer Trends and Holiday Shopping13:10 Data Utilization in Retail16:04 The Future of Collectibles and Retail Innovation18:30 Analyst Expectations vs Retail Reality21:00 Understanding Category Growth and Market Share26:01 The Consumer Is Still Strong and Spending29:05 New Business Ideas from Retail Data and Consumer BehaviorListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

    33 min
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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 trends. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to make a transition, Strategy Simplified is the go-to resource for anyone looking to break into the consulting industry. With actionable advice, insider tips, and real-life success stories, this podcast is the ultimate guide to simplifying your career strategy and landing your dream consulting job.

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  • Creator
    Management Consulted
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    619
  • Rating
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