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
The once-a-year All Access Pass flash sale is officially live — and it ends Monday, Nov. 17 at 11:59PM PT.
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This year’s sale is bigger than ever: a full McKinsey Solve practice test is included exclusively during the flash sale — and disappears...
The U.S. stops minting new pennies. Cost savings help, but do second-order effects matter more?
We dig into:
- Why it cost ~4¢ to make 1¢
- $56M savings vs real economic impact
- Rounding rules, cash users, and pricing behavior
- Card mix, tipping culture, and “two-way door” policy
A quick, practical look at what this means for consumers and businesses.
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What does it take for an international, non-target student to land a full-time offer at MBB? Giovanni Coeli joins us to share the exact playbook he used to overcome visa hurdles, stand out as a non-target candidate, and earn his offer at BCG Miami.
In this episode, Giovanni breaks down:
- His intentional networking system
- How he identified the right offices (and why Miami won)
- The diplomatic approach he used to build in...
Getting into consulting as an MBA1 isn’t luck – it’s strategy. In this episode, Katie Neff – Management Consulted’s Black Belt Advisor – walks through the exact roadmap to land an MBB consulting internship.
With McKinsey, Bain, and BCG internship applications due November 13, now is the moment to take action.
From crafting a standout consulting resume to building a smart networking plan and mastering case prep, Katie b...
CoreWeave isn’t OpenAI or Nvidia, but it’s powering both.
We unpack how this lesser-known company became essential to the AI ecosystem, including:
- What CoreWeave actually does and why it matters
- How $55B in backlog signals explosive demand
- Why data centers, not apps, may define the next AI wave
- What an “AI capex bubble” could look like
A fast, insightful breakdown of the infrastructure race behind AI’s biggest play...
Retailers plan the lightest holiday hiring since the Great Recession, but spending is still projected to top $1T.
We dig into:
- Why demand smoothing and e-comm shift cut seasonal roles
- How “slower” in-store flow can increase basket size
- What segmentation and channels mean for labor needs
- Why tariff headlines often overstate price impact
Actionable takeaways for leaders on staffing, ops, and margin protection.
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The consulting market just flipped. Bonuses are tightening, hiring is shifting toward AI-savvy talent, and clients now demand proof of impact.
In this episode, Andrew breaks down the key findings from Management Consulted’s October 2025 Consulting Industry Report — including bonus changes, firm acquisitions, private equity trends, and where firms are hiring now.
Download the full report here.
The FAA just announced flight cuts at 40 U.S. airports, all tied to the government shutdown.
In this bonus episode:
- Why air traffic control staffing is reaching a breaking point
- How airlines like Delta and United will decide what to cancel
- What smart leaders do when government policy hits business operations
A quick 15-minute breakdown on policy, pressure, and decision-making when the skies (and D.C.) shut down.
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Pinterest just had one of its worst trading days ever, and blamed tariffs.
We dig into what’s really behind the drop:
- Why ad revenue might be a Pinterest problem, not a tariff problem
- How user behavior has shifted away from “mood board” culture
- What it would take for Pinterest to stay relevant in an AI-driven shopping world
Plus, Namaan and Jenny Rae debate whether Pinterest’s next move is reinvention or acquisiti...
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 f...
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 early
- Prioritize profit levers with confidence
- Communicate ...
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 ChatGP...
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 e...
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 Challenges
- 0...
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 frameworks
- Improve fa...
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 ...
Nestlé just announced 16,000 job cuts, one of the largest in modern CPG history.
Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what this massive restructuring says about the company’s new strategy, how it mirrors the playbooks of Kraft Heinz and Hershey, and what it reveals about the future of global consumer brands.
They unpack how Nestlé defines “winning,” why the market rewarded layoffs, and what every business leader can learn ab...
Tauseef spent a decade at BCG, rising to Principal and leading AI transformation and go-to-market strategy projects across the globe. In this convo, he breaks down exactly how to stand out in today’s competitive recruiting landscape.
You’ll learn:
- How Tauseef secured offers from BCG, McKinsey, and more
- What separates candidates who land offers from those who don’t
- The X factor that will make you unforgettable in inter...
Walmart is making a push on U.S. manufacturing, and says it’s good business. Today, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what’s signal versus spin, where onshoring can actually cut costs, and why category-by-category moves matter more than headline percentages.
We get into supplier power, inventory timing, vertical integration in beef, and pharma basics like bringing amoxicillin back onshore. Plus, a personal investing less...
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