The Case Interview Podcast

Disney-movie relationships = Case in Point case interviews Mar 03, 2025

This clip is an excerpt of episode 13. The Case in Point Curse, where we talk about the negative consequences of reading Case in Point, why they happen, and how to get rid of the Case in Point curse if you have it.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

Bain interviewer puts Julio against the wall Jun 17, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 16. 5 Buzzwords to avoid in your case interviews, where we talk about 5 buzzwords that candidates use that instantly turn interviewers off, why they have this effect, and what you should do instead (to really impress your interviewer).
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

Three tips to improve your "so what" Jun 10, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 15. The #1 mistake good candidates make in analytical questions, where we talk about the #1 mistake in analytical question that even the best candidates out there make, why it's such a big mistake, and exactly what you should do to avoid it.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

You can't untie market sizings and 80/20 thinking (and you can't be a consultant without 80/20 thinking) Jun 03, 2024

This clip is an excerpt from episode 07. Why we taught estimations first, where we explain why our coaching method involved (and our current teaching method also involves) teaching estimations before anything else, the skills estimations allow you to learn in isolation, and the frustrations and rewards it brought to the candidates who worked with us. If you like it, I highly recommend you check out the full episode for more insights.
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If you've enjoyed this or previous episodes, the #1 thing you can do to help us promote the show is leaving a rating and review.

This would mean the world to us. Thank you! (Click here to review if you're on iOS.)

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

The golden rule of drills May 27, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 14. How to improve 10X in your case performance using drills, where we talk about why drills allow you to improve 10X faster and best practices when using drills so you can maximize your improvement.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

Her potential was locked up because of this ONE mistake May 20, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 20, where Bruno and Julio interview Nicolas Constantinesco, former McKinsey AP, about his career in McKinsey, his experience helping shape universities curricula to better develop students' problem-solving skills, and his opinion on how to prepare effectively for case interviews.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

This mistake cost him $3,000 and a McKinsey offer May 13, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 13. The Case in Point Curse, where we talk about the negative consequences of reading Case in Point, why they happen, and how to get rid of the Case in Point curse if you have it.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

THE framework for your case interview preparation May 06, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 12, where we talk about how to apply your case solving skills into the planning of your case interview preparation and why doing that brings exponential results. We also show you a framework so that you can start doing this immediately.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

The ONE thing you're probably doing wrong in your preparation (even if you're advanced) Apr 29, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 20, where Bruno and Julio interview Nicolas Constantinesco, former McKinsey AP, about his career in McKinsey, his experience helping shape universities curricula to better develop students' problem-solving skills, and his opinion on how to prepare effectively for case interviews.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

Watch out for the "Internal-External Trap" in your next profitability case Apr 22, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 10. 3 Vicious Traps of Profitability Cases, where we talk about three traps that most candidates bring upon themselves when solving profitability cases and how to avoid them. If you can avoid those traps, you will find it much easier to solve easy and tough profitability cases and place yourself ahead of the 80-90% of candidates who aren't aware of these traps.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

When going "safe" is not safe at all Apr 15, 2024

This clip is an excerpt from episode 09. A new revolution in the case interview prep space, where we discuss how new technologies have revolutionized several competitive landscapes, how this is happening right now in consulting case interviews, and how you can surf the wave of this new revolution. If you like it, I highly recommend you check out the full episode for more insights.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

The problem with case interview books according to former McKinsey AP Apr 08, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 20, where Bruno and Julio interview Nicolas Constantinesco, former McKinsey AP, about his career in McKinsey, his experience helping shape universities curricula to better develop students' problem-solving skills, and his opinion on how to prepare effectively for case interviews.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

The first step in learning case interviews Apr 01, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 19. How to learn how to solve any case (in six steps) [Part 2 of How to learn complex skills (5 principles)], where Bruno brings out a six-step system to effectively learn how to solve any case.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

The #1 principle to learning case interviews - or any other complex skill Mar 25, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 18. How to learn complex skills (5 principles), where Bruno explains a framework on how to learn any complex skill (and how that framework applies to learning case interviews).
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

Should I postpone my interviews? Mar 18, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 20, where Bruno and Julio interview Nicolas Constantinesco, former McKinsey AP, about his career in McKinsey, his experience helping shape universities curricula to better develop students' problem-solving skills, and his opinion on how to prepare effectively for case interviews.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

Improve your business sense for case interviews with "Just-in-time learning" Mar 11, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 17. The quickest way to improve your business sense, where
Bruno teaches a technique that is the quickest way to improve your business sense.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

Is "Porters Five Forces" just BS business jargon? Mar 04, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 16. 5 Buzzwords to avoid in your case interviews, where
we talk about 5 buzzwords that candidates use that instantly turn interviewers off, why they have this effect, and what you should do instead (to really impress your interviewer).
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

3 types of mock interview partners Feb 26, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 20, where Bruno and Julio interview Nicolas Constantinesco, former McKinsey AP, about his career in McKinsey, his experience helping shape universities curricula to better develop students' problem-solving skills, and his opinion on how to prepare effectively for case interviews.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

The REAL reason behind the "so what?" question Feb 19, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 15. The #1 mistake good candidates make in analytical questions, where we talk about the #1 mistake in analytical question that even the best candidates out there make, why it's such a big mistake, and exactly what you should do to avoid it.

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

The birth of case interview drills Feb 12, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 14. How to improve 10X in your case performance using drills, where we talk about why drills allow you to improve 10X faster and best practices when using drills so you can maximize your improvement.

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

Why McKinsey, why Bain, why BCG? How to know if you're a good fit with the firm you're interviewing with Feb 05, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 20, where Bruno and Julio interview Nicolas Constantinesco, former McKinsey AP, about his career in McKinsey, his experience helping shape universities curricula to better develop students' problem-solving skills, and his opinion on how to prepare effectively for case interviews.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

Why do people STILL use Case in Point if it's so bad? Jan 29, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 13. The Case in Point Curse, where we talk about the negative consequences of reading Case in Point, why they happen, and how to get rid of the Case in Point curse if you already have it.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

Use this if you're hiring a case coach Jan 22, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 12. The ultimate case prep hack, where we talk about how to apply your case solving skills into the planning of your case interview preparation and why doing that brings exponential results. We also show you a framework so that you can start doing this immediately.

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

How Julio designed his fit stories using case-solving skills Jan 15, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 11. The #1 consultant habit you should steal from us, where we talk about how to apply the problem-solving skills from case interviews into the problems of your everyday life and about why that will bring you (1) more practice time and (2) higher quality practice.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

Beware of the Root Cause Trap in profitability cases Jan 08, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 10. 3 Vicious Traps of Profitability Cases, where we talk about three traps that most candidates bring upon themselves when solving profitability cases, and how to avoid them. If you can avoid those traps, you will find it much easier to solve easy and tough profitability cases, and place yourself ahead of the 80-90% of candidates who aren't aware of these traps.
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If you've enjoyed this or previous episodes, the #1 thing you can do to help us promote the show is leaving a rating and review.

This would mean the world to us. Thank you! (Click here to review if you're on iOS.)

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

How consultants add value, and the challenges of being a consultant in the age of AI Jan 01, 2024

This clip is an excerpt of episode 20, where Bruno and Julio interview Nicolas Constantinesco, former McKinsey AP, about his career in McKinsey, his experience helping shape universities curricula to better develop student's problem-solving skills, and his opinion on how to prepare effectively for case interviews.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

A hypothetical history of case interview prep Dec 25, 2023

This clip is an excerpt from episode 09. A new revolution in the case interview prep space, where we discuss how new technologies have revolutionized several competitive landscapes, how this is happening right now in consulting case interviews, and how you can surf the wave of this new revolution. If you like it, I highly recommend you check out the full episode for more insights.
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If you've enjoyed this or previous episodes, the #1 thing you can do to help us promote the show is leaving a rating and review.

This would mean the world to us. Thank you! (Click here to review if you're on iOS.)

-------------------------------

If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

You'd be screwed if you didn't ask dumb questions in these cases Dec 18, 2023

This clip is an excerpt from episode 08. The dumb questions that make you sound smart in case interviews, where we discuss types of questions that candidates avoid asking because they sound dumb, how consultants (especially partners) are actively looking for candidates who ask those questions, and how to avoid overusing them. If you like it, I highly recommend you check out the full episode for more insights.
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If you've enjoyed this or previous episodes, the #1 thing you can do to help us promote the show is leaving a rating and review.

This would mean the world to us. Thank you! (Click here to review if you're on iOS.)

-------------------------------

If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

Managing lifestyle like a pro Dec 11, 2023

This clip is an excerpt of episode 20, where Bruno and Julio interview Nicolas Constantinesco, former McKinsey AP, about his career in McKinsey, his experience helping shape universities curricula to better develop student's problem-solving skills, and his opinion on how to prepare effectively for case interviews.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

How most candidates prepare and why it doesn't work Dec 04, 2023

This clip is an excerpt of episode 21, where Bruno and Julio interview Nicolas Constantinesco, former McKinsey AP, about his career in McKinsey, his experience helping shape universities curricula to better develop students' problem-solving skills, and his opinion on how to prepare effectively for case interviews.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

The Proverbial Sausage: how casebooks are made and why you should care Nov 27, 2023

This clip is an excerpt from episode 06. Are mock interviews a waste of time?, where we debate the reasons >50% of all mock interviews have absolutely no impact over candidates performance and how exactly to avoid wasting all that time (and how to invest it in valuable activities).
If you like it, I highly recommend you check out the full episode for more insights.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

How to choose between offices Nov 20, 2023

This clip is an excerpt of episode 20, where Bruno and Julio interview Nicolas Constantinesco, former McKinsey AP, about his career in McKinsey, his experience helping shape universities curricula to better develop student's problem-solving skills, and his opinion on how to prepare effectively for case interviews.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

"I spent 15 minutes on a calculation at a McKinsey first round interview" Nov 13, 2023

This clip is an excerpt from episode 05. Case interview math: 4 myths that hold candidates back, where Julio debunks the 4 myths about case interview math that keep great candidates from getting their consulting offers. If you like it, I highly recommend you check out the full episode for more insights.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

Why senior partners ask dumb questions (and you should too) Nov 06, 2023

This clip is an excerpt from episode 04. The Consultant's Turing Test, where Bruno explains what the Consultant's Turing Test is and how to be prepared for it in your interviews. If you like it, I highly recommend you check out the full episode for more insights.

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

The 12-hour drill got her a McKinsey job Oct 30, 2023

This clip is an excerpt of episode 03. Two amazing practice methods our most resourceful clients created, where Julio tells the stories of two case interview coaching clients who created their own methods to solve their specific struggles during their preparation. If you like it, I highly recommend you check out the full episode for more insights.

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

31. What is a case interview and why do consulting firms use them? (Case Interview 101) Oct 09, 2023

In this episode of The Case Interview Podcast, Bruno and Julio talk about the misconceptions people have around case interviews, how they drive candidates in the wrong direction, and the right mindsets to have instead.

They also bring up the scenarios case interviews are emulating so that you can understand exactly what skills are being tested and how.

30. Q&A: Partner-level drills, Obsessing with a case gone wrong, Mixing Profit trees w/ conceptual frameworks Oct 02, 2023

In this Q&A episode, Bruno and Julio answer questions from the audience. Here's what you'll learn in this episode:
- For how long should you be obsessed about understanding your mistakes in a case?
- What's the best source to find drills?
- Where can you find partner-level case questions?
- Can you (and how to) mix profit trees and conceptual frameworks?
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills to get a job at McKinsey, Bain, BCG, and other management consulting firms, make sure you check out our free course at https://www.craftingcases.com/course
Inside this free course, you will learn...
- How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
- How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
- Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

29. What to expect in consulting fit interviews (and McKinsey PEI) Sep 25, 2023

In this episode you will learn what to expect in consulting fit interviews and in McKinsey PEI.

Most people underestimate fit, and some overestimate it. Now it's time to learn the real deal.

You will learn...

What's behind every PEI and fit interview
The differences between them
What questions management consulting firms will ask you
What they're looking for in each one of them

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

28. 9 Common market sizing mistakes and how to avoid them Sep 18, 2023

In this episode of The Case Interview Podcast, Bruno and Julio bring the 9 most common market sizing mistakes and how to avoid them.

Market sizing cases are commonly used in management consulting job interviews (like McKinsey, BCG, Bain etc.).

Here's some of what you'll find inside:

Top-down vs. Bottoms-up estimation structures
The dreaded follow-up questions and the traps they pose
The threat of getting stuck and how to avoid it

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

27. 6 Beginner mistakes that will WRECK your case interview preparation Sep 11, 2023

In this episode of The Case Interview Podcast, Bruno and Julio talk about 6 beginner case prep mistakes that will WRECK your preparation.

If you're just starting to prepare for your management consulting interviews, this might be exactly what you need to save one, two, maybe even three months that could be wasted on the wrong things.

They will talk about...

When should you start doing mock interviews?
Should you read books? Which ones? How?
The right and wrong mindsets in your preparation
The importance of solo practice

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

26. How many mock interviews should I do? Sep 04, 2023

I know you've asked yourself this question. You've also probably asked someone else, who gave you an unsatisfactory answer.
You might even have asked us this question via email - in which case you either got a foot-long response in your email, or you got forgotten in our inbox (sorry for that, it's not personal).
Now it's time for the real deal: How many mock interviews should you really do? No BS, what's the number?
This is what Bruno and I attempt to answer in this episode. We also talk about...

The reasons why you should do mock interviews
The (many) problems with mock interviews
How to achieve these same goals with less mocks
How many you should do if you're short on time vs. if you have plenty of time
Bruno's 5-10 streak rule, if you want a personalized decision instead of a set number

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

25. Should I get a case interview coach? Aug 28, 2023

In this episode of The Case Interview Podcast, Bruno talks about the three scenarios where candidates consider hiring a case interview coach - but there's only one where it's definitely worth the cost.
Also, we make sure to highlight alternatives to getting a case interview coach in each scenario because I know they're (very) expensive.

P.S.: Please don't mind that I (Julio) look hungover in the YouTube version of the pod. I thought they had coffee at the studio, but they didn't. So that's my morning face without my daily dose of caffeine. Sorry about that.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

24. Q&A: Peaking at the right time, What partners care about, Choosing between multiple offers, and more Aug 21, 2023

In today's episode, Bruno and Julio answer questions from the audience. Here's what you will find answered inside:

How to choose between multiple offers?
Is it true that partners mostly care about the fit?
Why is your free course free?
When to start prepping so I'll peak at the right time?
Should I start preparing before I get invited to an interview, or will I be wasting my time?

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Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

23. Case interview prep in just two weeks: how we would do it Aug 14, 2023

In this episode, Bruno and Julio each separately created a perfect 2-week prep plan, without talking about them.
Then they presented their plans and ended up getting into a heated argument over which one was better.
Followed by a fistfight. Needless to say, Bruno got the worst of it.
... I'm kidding (or am I? You'll only know if you watch this episode. It's in video so you can see the full - alleged - fight, on YouTube.)
Regardless of the big fight, they do talk about the differences in their plans and which is best for what kind of people.
If you're on a short schedule with your case prep, check it out asap.
If you just want to see a fistfight between your two favorite case interview nerds, there you have it.
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Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

22. How to MASTER case math even if you’re not a math person Aug 07, 2023

In this episode, you will find...

What consulting firms are really testing for in case math questions (and what they're NOT testing for)
The most common reason for failing a case math question
How to know if you're first-round ready in quantitative analysis
How to MASTER case math: The elements of a perfect preparation and how to find them

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

21. How interviewers perceive candidates, Avoiding plateaus, Choosing the best practice partners | Interview with former McKinsey AP, Nicolas Constantinesco #2 Jul 31, 2023

In this episode, Bruno and Julio bring Nicolas Constantinesco, former McKinsey AP, back to the podcast.
Nicolas currently helps top European universities adapt their curricula with high-impact, practical problem-solving skills. These skills are the ones best leveraged to help in the students' career progression and impact, as well as their performance in consulting interviews.
Here are some of the topics they talked about this time...

How do you, as a candidate, identify good case interview content among all the bad stuff out there?
How can you break the vicious cycle of "beginners doing mocks with beginners and never improving because their case partners are inexperienced"?
What lessons should you be learning from top performer athletes and baking into your preparation?

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

20. Lessons from a career in consulting, Managing lifestyle, Limiting beliefs in case interviews | Interview with former McKinsey AP, Nicolas Constantinesco Jul 24, 2023

In this episode, Bruno and Julio interview Nicolas Constantinesco, former McKinsey AP, who currently helps top European universities adapt their curricula with high-impact, practical problem-solving skills. These skills are the ones best leveraged to help in the students' career progression and impact, as well as their performance in consulting interviews. We talked about a wide-ranging of topics, including but not limited to...

Lessons learned in each stage of his McKinsey career
How to know if you'll be a good fit in a firm before joining
Differences between offices
How to effectively prepare for case interviews
The problem with case interview books and how to avoid them
Nicolas's best interviewer and coach stories

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

19. How to learn how to solve any case (in six steps) [Part 2 of How to learn complex skills (5 principles)] Jul 17, 2023

In this episode, Bruno brings out a six-step system to effectively learn how to solve any case, starting from zero.
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

18. How to learn complex skills (5 principles) Jul 10, 2023

In this episode, Bruno explains a framework on how to learn any complex skill (and how that framework applies to learning case interviews).
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

17. The quickest way to improve your business sense Jul 03, 2023

In this episode, Bruno teaches a technique that is the quickest way to improve your business sense: Just-In-Time Learning.
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Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

16. 5 Buzzwords to avoid in your case interviews Jun 26, 2023

In this episode, we talk about 5 buzzwords that candidates use that instantly turn interviewers off, why they have this effect, and what you should do instead (to really impress your interviewer).
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Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

15. The #1 mistake good candidates make in analytical questions Jun 19, 2023

In this episode, we talk about the #1 mistake in analytical question that even the best candidates out there make, why it's such a big mistake, and exactly what you should do to avoid it.

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Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

14. How to improve 10X in your case performance using drills Jun 12, 2023

In this episode, we talk about why drills allow you to improve 10X faster and best practices when using drills so you can maximize your improvement.

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

13. The Case in Point Curse Jun 05, 2023

In this episode, we talk about the negative consequences of reading Case in Point, why they happen, and how to get rid of the Case in Point curse if you have it.

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Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

12. The ultimate case prep hack [Part 2 of The #1 consultant habit you should steal from us] May 29, 2023

In this episode, we talk about how to apply your case solving skills into the planning of your case interview preparation and why doing that brings exponential results. We also show you a framework so that you can start doing this immediately.

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Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

11. The #1 consultant habit you should steal from us May 22, 2023

In this episode we talk about how to apply the problem-solving skills from case interviews into the problems of your everyday life and about why that will bring you (1) more practice time and (2) higher quality practice.
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Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

10. 3 Vicious traps of Profitability Cases May 15, 2023

In this episode, we talk about three traps that most candidates bring upon themselves when solving profitability cases, and how to avoid them. If you can avoid those traps, you will find it much easier to solve easy and tough profitability cases, and place yourself ahead of the 80-90% of candidates who aren't aware of these traps.
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Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

09. A new revolution in the case interview prep space May 08, 2023

In this episode, Bruno and Julio discuss a hypothetical history of the case prep space, the previous revolutions that happened in the space, and how new technologies have disrupted other competitive spaces in the past.
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Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

08. The dumb questions that make you sound smart in case interviews May 01, 2023

In this episode, Julio and Bruno talk about...

The three types of seemingly dumb questions that actually make you sound smart to consultants
Why these questions are seen as dumb by many candidates
How they're crucial to the consultant's day-to-day job
How not to overuse them

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Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

07. Why we taught estimations first Apr 24, 2023

In this episode, we explain exactly why we taught estimations first when we did 1-on-1, long-term case interview coaching, why this matters to you, and why we wouldn't move on to other, more advanced things, if the candidate wasn't estimating well yet (no matter how frustrated we or they would get).
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Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

06. Are mock interviews a waste of time? Apr 17, 2023

In this episode, we talk about why at least 50% of the mock interviews are just wasted time and what you can do to avoid wasting all that time (and get 2X+ results).

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Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

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TIMESTAMPS
4:59 - What mock interviews and corporate meetings have in common, and the three biggest sources of time-waste when practicing with other candidates
9:10 - The four qualities of a bad case partner that could ruin your mock interviews
15:50 - The surprising reason why most cases used in mock interviews are too easy, poorly built, and may actually be hurting your performance
29:53 - What mock interviews are actually useful for, and why you should structure your case practice like a professional athlete
39:04 - The simple test to figure out if you should do mock interviews, and why they might not be the real problem of your preparation

05. Case interview math: 4 myths that hold candidates back Apr 10, 2023

In this episode, we debunk the four greatest case interview math myths. We talk about...

The real impact math mistakes have on your interview
How fast you really need to be
When you can and can't do math on paper
And the right and the wrong ways to round numbers and all the nuances in between.

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If you've enjoyed this or previous episodes, the #1 thing you can do to help us promote the show is leaving a rating and review.

This would mean the world to us. Thank you! (Click here to review if you're on iOS.

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

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TIMESTAMPS
02:59 - How math is really used on the consulting job

15:25 - The real impact of math mistakes on your interviewer's perception of you

22:42 - How fast you really need to be in your calculations

28:53 - When it's OK to do math on paper - and when it's not

32:51 - The right and the wrong ways to round numbers and all the nuances in between

38:12 - The Rounding Hierarchy: the best way to round numbers in case interviews

04. The Consultant's Turing Test Apr 05, 2023

In this episode, Bruno explains what the Consultant's Turing Test is and how to be prepared for it when your interviews come.

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If you've enjoyed this or previous episodes, the #1 thing you can do to help us promote the show is leaving a rating and review.

This would mean the world to us. Thank you! (Click here to review if you're on iOS.)

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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.

Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

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TIMESTAMPS
3:40 - What is the Turing Test, and how this AI-testing method from the 50s can help you understand how your interviewers use their "6th sense" to see if you'll do well in consulting - regardless of how well you've done in the case

13:22 - Why "checking all the boxes" and "acing the case" is not enough and you have to subjectively "seem like a consultant" to get the offer (or you'll run the risk of seeming "over-prepared")

23:59 - Why getting the nuance and understanding your interviewer's thought process are two of the keys to pass the Consultant's Turing Test

31:47 - The most critical "Turing Test" mistake you should avoid (this one is especially common with people who've joined Consulting Clubs in school)

33:58 - The most important principle to make your interviewer feel like you're born for consulting, and 3 final practical tips to pass the Consultant's Turing Test

03. Two amazing practice methods our most resourceful clients created Apr 03, 2023

In this episode, we talk about 2 unique ways to practice for cases that two case interview coaching clients created, and how you can add them to your practice.
We also talk about being resourceful and how that can help you in your case prep and in your job as a consultant.
After listening to this episode you will understand why these two candidates are now high-performing consultants at McKinsey and BCG.
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If you've enjoyed this or previous episodes, the #1 thing you can do to help us promote the show is leaving a rating and review.
This would mean the world to us. Thank you! (Click here to review if you're on iOS.)
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.
Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

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TIMESTAMPS:
01:46 - Why is resourcefulness so important and why you can't be a good consultant without it

06:09 - The "12-Hour Drill Method"

13:10 - The 3 stages of learning any skill (and can you improve your intuition?)

21:53 - The "Reverse Engineering Method"

29:47 - Extrapolating The Reverse Engineering Method to non-analysis questions

02. How to create great structures FAST (under 2 minutes) Mar 27, 2023

In this episode we will show you how to create great structures fast in your case interviews (instead of mediocre structures slowly).
You will learn...

How fast you really need to be when creating your initial structures (everyone says it's 2 minutes, but it's not that simple...)
The bi-modal structuring practice technique that will help you improve the quality of your structure while decreasing the time you take to build it
How to NEVER be caught off-guard when the interviewer finally interrupts your thinking time and asks you to start speaking

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If you've enjoyed this or previous episodes, the #1 thing you can do to help us promote the show is leaving a rating and review.
This would mean the world to us. Thank you! (Click here to review if you're on iOS.)
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.
Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

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TIMESTAMPS
01:21 - Why do candidates feel like they need to be so fast? (and how Julio froze in one of his Bain interviews)

05:03 - How to buy more time while you're structuring and how to deal with interviewers interrupting while you're building your structure

15:19 - How fast do you really need to be?

23:40 - Why you should get good before even thinking about getting fast (and how to do that)

37:16 - Small tweaks to your regular practice that will allow you to structure without time to think

40:23 - The bi-modal practice technique

01. Lessons from 10,000 hours helping candidates get into consulting Mar 20, 2023

Real lessons come from real work, struggles, and frustrations.
In this episode, we talk about our own preparation journey as candidates and our period helping hundreds of candidates get jobs in consulting firms.
We also share how our experience as case coaches forced us to create content that helps solve real candidates' problems and the full story behind Crafting Cases.
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If you've enjoyed this or previous episodes, the #1 thing you can do to help us promote the show is leaving a rating and review.
This would mean the world to us. Thank you! (Click here to review if you're on iOS.)
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If you're looking to improve your case solving skills, make sure you check out our free course at www.craftingcases.com/course.
Inside this free course, you will learn...

How to identify and answer each of the six (and only six) types of questions that you will have in your case interviews (these happen in ALL types of cases!)
How to structure ANY case with a customized structure and how to stay structured throughout the case (even if you've never seen a case like that before)
Tons of practice drills to optimize your learning (this helps you put theory into practice and focus on your weaknesses, even if you don't have the time to do mock interviews every day)

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TIMESTAMPS
06:35 - Why we created this podcast and where the 10,000 hours come from

12:28 - Julio and Bruno's path as candidates

20:24 - How they developed a unique case coaching practice and why their method brought incredible results to candidates

31:26 - How they dealt with specific problems candidates had that seemed impossible to solve and how this lead them to start creating unique content in the case prep space

43:23 - The birth of Crafting Cases and of their free course, Case Interview Fundamentals

01:04:43 - Where your focus should be in your preparation (spoiler alert: it's not in "types of cases")

01:07:34 - Why you should listen to the episodes in this podcast in the order they were created (and not the most recent first)

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