Category: Consulting

Consulting not only prepares you to develop high-level strategy in industry but also trains you in the intricacies of corporate life. Here are the key lessons I’ve learned so far: Iterate fast Timeboxing Avoid stress Think, then do Train logical thinking and exposition Master slide formatting Excel modelling Adapt communication for stakeholders Build relationships with…

If you are in consulting, you will probably more advice from the seasoned road warriors in your firm. That said, I’ve known MBB folks who got packed off for their first overseas assignment immediately after training, so it might be worth reading these beforehand.