Strategy Simplified
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.
Episodes
What is consulting, really — and why do companies pay so much for it?
In this first episode of Consulting Unpacked, Jenny Rae Le Roux (former Bain consultant and CEO of Management Consulted) breaks down consulting in 5 minutes, including:
- The difference between professional consulting and “single-shingle” consulting
- The 4 core reasons companies hire consultants
- The 3 main types of consulting: strategy, tech, and opera...
The average new car now costs over $50,000, with monthly payments nearing $760.
So how did Ford post its best U.S. sales year since 2019?
In this episode of Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae break down how Ford defied expectations in 2025 – despite tariffs, high rates, and weakening EV demand.
They cover:
- Why 2025 may have been the first “normal” auto year since COVID
- How financing, hybrids, and product mix drove ...
In the debut episode of Recruiting Reality Check, Katie Neff and Japheth Mast break down the real story of “Sophomore Sally” – a strong candidate at a fringe target school who’s panicking about junior-year recruiting and ready to apply everywhere (the “spaghetti at the wall” trap).
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why applying to everything hurts your chances
- How to build a focused 6–8 firm target list (with clear crit...
The 2026 Consulting Salary Report is coming later this month — and this episode is your first look at what to expect.
Japheth shares why this year’s report matters more than ever, how it’s built using real offer data from 100+ firms, and what candidates need to understand about consulting compensation heading into 2026.
Join the waitlist to get early access to the report and register for a seat at the live January 23 wa...
This is our most-listened-to episode of 2025 — and for good reason.
In this replay, you’ll hear a live McKinsey-style M&A case interview where a candidate evaluates whether a global bubble tea chain should acquire a fast-growing coffee brand.
Led by former McKinsey consultant and Management Consulted case coach Divya, the case walks through how to structure an acquisition decision, assess synergies and cannibalizati...
Watch the top MBA teams in the 2025 MBA Case Competition World Cup Finals go head-to-head in a live, high-pressure strategy showdown.
Five finalist teams take on The Cava Challenge: build a 3–5 year growth strategy to scale Cava nationally — without sacrificing the flavor, quality, and culture that made the brand.
You’ll see:
- 5-minute executive-style presentations
- Live Q&A / defense under pressure
- How employers eva...
Cannabis just moved from Schedule I to Schedule III — and the biggest implications have nothing to do with lifestyle or politics.
In this episode of Market Outsiders, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what reclassification means for the market: who benefits, who loses, and why cannabis stocks dropped on “good” news.
They unpack the real unlocks behind the headlines — Medicare and Medicaid eligibility, federally funded res...
AI is everywhere in TMT — but in 2026, the hype is fading and the real question is simple: what’s the ROI?
Rick Wilmot (ex-McKinsey) sits down with leaders from Bain (Ron Kermisch), Capgemini Invent (Karl Bjurstrom), Strategy& (Dan Hays), and Altman Solon (Gregor Eichler) to unpack what TMT clients want now — and what it takes to win offers in this space.
You’ll hear what’s changing across tech and telecom: the post...
Where do McKinsey, Bain, and BCG consultants go after they leave?
We analyzed 1,600+ MBB exits to build a live map of where opportunity is compounding — and which skills the market is paying a premium for.
In this episode, Namaan breaks down the 2025 MBB Exit Opportunity Analysis and the 5 trends shaping where consultants go next.
You’ll learn:
- The top industries hiring ex-MBB in 2025
- Why most exits go private (not pub...
Thrive Market just became the first major online grocer to drop alcohol completely, and the internet is cheering… but the business case isn’t what it seems.
In this episode, we break down the real reasons behind the move, what the data actually says about drinking trends, and why households, not individuals, tell the true story.
We cover:
- Why “54% of adults drink alcohol” is the wrong metric for retailers
- The hidden ...
What does it really take to break into MBB — especially if you’re starting late?
In this conversation, ex-Bain manager and case coach Abi Chen breaks down the exact 2-month strategy that helped her go from “I just learned what consulting is” to landing a Bain offer.
She shares the principles that top candidates consistently get right — and the myths that hold everyone else back.
You’ll learn:
- How to diagnose your rea...
Netflix just shocked Hollywood with a $72B bid for Warner Bros, the biggest media deal of the decade. But behind the headlines is a fight over market share, regulation, and the future of streaming.
In this episode, we break down:
- Why Netflix is suddenly willing to buy instead of build
- How HBO, Warner Bros, and gaming change Netflix’s strategy
- The regulatory risk (and why Trump and Paramount matter)
- Whether this deal ca...
Unlock the skills that set candidates apart in tech, strategy, and consulting.
In this live conversation, Namaan talks with Adobe leaders Shawn Loutensock and Nick Hilton about how Adobe DX (Digital Experience) certifications help career seekers build practical, job-ready skills.
If you're exploring tech, strategy, consulting, or a mid-career pivot, this episode breaks down why digital experience skills ...
In this BCG case interview, ex-BCG Principal and case coach Tauseef Charanya leads a live, candidate-led walkthrough of an airline profitability case: should the client switch to credit-card-only in-flight payments?
Follow along as Bao works through clarifying questions, a customized profitability framework, structured math, and a clear final recommendation — plus hear Tauseef’s expert coaching on what “good”...
Want to land a consulting role in China? This episode breaks down what makes the 2025 recruiting process one of the most competitive and unique in the world.
We cover:
- How applications, assessments, and interviews differ in mainland China vs. Hong Kong
- Why bilingual skills, academic strength, and international exposure matter more here than almost anywhere else
- What to expect from digital assessments, group cases, and...
Best Buy was supposed to be dead. Instead, it just raised its full-year sales and earnings outlook.
In this episode, Jenny Rae and Namaan dig into why Best Buy is outperforming in a “K-shaped” economy, even as everyone keeps blaming the consumer and inflation.
They break down:
- How Best Buy is still winning on laptops, gaming, and smartphones
- Why AI-enabled laptops and new consoles are quietly driving an upgrade cycle
- T...
Sophomore year feels early to think about consulting — but it’s actually the perfect time to get ahead. In this episode, MC coach Kabreya Ghaderi breaks down a simple roadmap using the 3A framework: Access, Ability, and Acceleration.
You’ll learn how to:
- Choose the right firms and offices
- Build a focused networking plan
- Avoid the “spray and pray” approach most candidates fall into
Kabreya also shares how to streng...
Want to land a consulting role in Europe? This episode breaks down the 2025 recruiting landscape across a region where language, prestige, and pay vary widely.
We cover:
- How language requirements differ across markets
- Why school pedigree still matters in Europe
- Compensation ranges across major cities and firms
- Key timelines, assessments, and cultural expectations
Bath and Body Works used to own the mall fragrance space. Now traffic is shrinking, margins are squeezed and a new CEO is blaming the old playbook.
In this episode, we break down what went wrong and whether the turnaround plan has a real shot.
We cover:
- How chasing “adjacent” categories like shampoo and laundry backfired
- Why discounting destroys price integrity in a brand-led business
- The missed opportunity in e-commer...
What’s really happening behind the scenes in education consulting right now?
In this panel, Ish (ex-BCG) sits down with Mark Finlan (Huron), Laura Brookhiser (L.E.K.), and Miriam El-Baz (Grant Thornton Stax) for a fast, unfiltered look at how top firms are navigating a rapidly shifting education landscape.
You’ll hear how these firms are responding to enrollment pressure, the return of standardized testing, AI’s influe...
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