S13E8: MBA to McKinsey: Insider Tips for Landing a Consulting Role from Ryan's Journey
02/28/24 • 40 min
Ryan Boutwell landed an MBA internship at McKinsey AND a return offer to go full-time.
In this episode, he shares his journey from the UVA Darden School of Business to securing a coveted job with McKinsey. You'll walk away with no-nonsense tips and tricks for:
- Being yourself in the recruiting process
- Insightful questions to ask in networking calls
- Your office selection strategy
- Avoiding case prep burnout
Relevant Links
Join the Black Belt case prep program for 8 hours of 1:1 coaching with a former MBB consultant
Not sure which case prep program is right for you? Schedule 15min with the MC team
Free case prep course (15 video lessons)
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- The price for Black Belt goes up by $200 on May 14. Purchase now to lock in the best rate.
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Connect 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 ([email protected]) with questions or feedback.
Ryan Boutwell landed an MBA internship at McKinsey AND a return offer to go full-time.
In this episode, he shares his journey from the UVA Darden School of Business to securing a coveted job with McKinsey. You'll walk away with no-nonsense tips and tricks for:
- Being yourself in the recruiting process
- Insightful questions to ask in networking calls
- Your office selection strategy
- Avoiding case prep burnout
Relevant Links
Join the Black Belt case prep program for 8 hours of 1:1 coaching with a former MBB consultant
Not sure which case prep program is right for you? Schedule 15min with the MC team
Free case prep course (15 video lessons)
Black Belt Price Change
- The price for Black Belt goes up by $200 on May 14. Purchase now to lock in the best rate.
At Unemployable the Podcast, we aim to inspire and Amplify Disabled Entrepreneurs!
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Connect 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 ([email protected]) with questions or feedback.
Previous Episode
S13E7: 5 Keys for a Consulting Offer in an Economic Downturn
Getting a role in management consulting is never easy, but it becomes even more difficult in an economic downturn.
But one thing that has stayed true throughout the periods of repressed economic growth: consulting firms almost never stop hiring.
They might slow down. They might delay start dates. They may even do layoffs. But they rarely ever completely stop.
Nevertheless, we are in a period where many firms are hiring less than years prior. So how do you stand out in this environment? Today we’ll share 5 keys.
Relevant Links
Join Black Belt for an expert-led approach to consulting recruiting (networking, resumes, case interviews, etc.)
Meet our team of MBB case coaches
Get a zero-defect resume edit from our team of MBB editors
Black Belt Price Change
- The price for Black Belt goes up by $200 on May 14. Purchase now to lock in the best rate.
Connect 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 ([email protected]) with questions or feedback.
Next Episode
S13E9: Strategy, Tech, and Implementation Consulting Explained
Many people who want to “become a management consultant” don’t realize that there are many different types of consulting.
It’s sad when we run into people who apply for one type of consulting (i.e., tech) thinking that it’s strategy consulting only to later realize how different they are.
To help you avoid a painful discovery like this, today we’ll break down the differences between three of the most common types of consulting - strategy, implementation, and tech.
Relevant Links
Experience a strategy consulting engagement through Strategy Sprint (1-week consulting project)
Break into consulting through the MC Black Belt program (1:1 coaching, resume edits, Community access, & more)
Get a 1-hour MBB coaching session
Black Belt Price Change
- The price for Black Belt goes up by $200 on May 14. Purchase now to lock in the best rate.
Connect 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 ([email protected]) with questions or feedback.
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