Prepare to Win

The authors remember how overwhelming it was to prepare for strategy interviews, and this guide is meant to ease that. Faced with a flood of material, candidates often struggle to decide where to begin and which sources deserve their trust, or which frameworks to learn. Case practice matters, but it is only one part of the process. Strong candidates also need solid business fundamentals, quick and accurate mental math under pressure, a working knowledge of the companies they target, and a realistic plan for their applications and timelines. Resumes, cover letters and motivation questions need attention as well. Preparing for each of these areas thoroughly could take months, yet an interview may be only weeks away, so the book helps readers sort must-have preparation from nice-to-have extras and build competence and confidence.

The book is written by strategy consultants and recruiters who have worked at Monitor Deloitte and Roland Berger. They were supported by former recruiters from McKinsey, Bain, BCG, Roland Berger, Strategy&, L.E.K., ADL and OC&C, who contributed insider knowledge of how these firms assess candidates.

The guide is intended for people preparing for strategy consulting interviews and aims to cover the whole process in one place, from the core concepts and case work to the application itself.