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
618 episodes
S21E1: Bain Case Interview – Can You Make Small Gyms More Profitable?
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...
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Season 21
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Episode 1
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47:29
S20E30: PayPal plugs into ChatGPT for E-Commerce
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 signa...
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Season 20
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Episode 30
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36:38
S20E29: From "Worst Case Interview Ever" to Bain’s #1 Recruit
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 shar...
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Season 20
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Episode 29
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9:37
S20E28: Did UPS Outgrow Amazon?
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 shi...
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Season 20
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Episode 28
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41:22
S20E27: Case Interview Myths, Mistakes, and Fixes Straight from MBB Coaches
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 advic...
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Season 20
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Episode 27
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56:00
S20E26: Meet the Consulting Trailblazers Driving Real Change in 2025
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 ...
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Season 20
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Episode 26
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59:37
S20E25: Why Retailers Are Betting on Pokémon and Taylor Swift Cards
Pokémon and Taylor Swift trading cards are making a billion-dollar comeback, and Target and Walmart are cashing in. Jenny Rae and
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Season 20
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Episode 25
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32:34
S20E24: 16,000 Jobs Cut to Save the CPG Giant Nestlé
Nestlé just announced 16,000 job cuts, one of the largest in modern CPG history.Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what this massive...
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Season 20
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Episode 24
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30:08
S20E23: BCG Principal Reveals How to Build Your X Factor and Break Into Consulting
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 ...
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Season 20
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Episode 24
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40:12
S20E22: How Walmart Keeps Prices Low
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...
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Season 20
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Episode 23
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37:03
S20E21: Can You Crack This McKinsey Cheese Case?
In this case example, former McKinsey consultant Ravi Chandra leads a profitability case in Greece’s cheese industry – with a real candidate tackling it live before an audience. Listen as Ravi tests structuring, math, and com...
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Season 20
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Episode 22
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1:02:38
S20E20: The Secret Behind Delta’s Record Profits and Sky-High Margins
Delta just posted blockbuster earnings, and it’s not because more people are flying. Jenny Rae and Namaan unpack how Delta’s $8B profit ...
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Season 20
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Episode 21
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37:59
S20E19: Is AI the Future of Supply Chain Consulting – or Just Hype?
In this special 2025 panel, 4 top supply chain consulting firms – Chartwell, Clarkston Consulting, Kearney, and The Kormac Group – join Management Consulted to explore how AI, automation, and shifting global demand a...
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Season 20
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Episode 20
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55:26
S20E18: From PowerPoint to Powerful - Business Storytelling That Sticks
In this episode, the tables are turned! Instead of asking the questions, MC COO Namaan Mian is in the hot seat - interviewed by Emily Watkins, Senior Marketing Manager at Integreon. ...
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Season 20
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Episode 18
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43:50
S20E17: No Target School, No Chance? Michael Proved Them Wrong and Got BCG
What if you didn’t go to a target school? What if you’re an international student who needs sponsorship? Does that mean MBB is out of reach?Michael Liu is living proof that the answer is no. In this episode, Japheth sits down with Michae...
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Season 20
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Episode 17
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33:40
S20E16: Why Warren Buffett Just Bet $10 Billion on Chemicals
Warren Buffett is still making big moves at 95 years old. His latest play? A $10 billion bet on OxyChem, the petrochemical arm of Occidental.In this episode of Market Outsiders,
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Season 20
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Episode 16
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26:29
S20E15: Middle East Consulting Recruitment Roadmap (2025 Edition)
Want to land a consulting role in the Middle East? This episode breaks down the 2025 recruiting landscape and what it takes to succeed in this unique region.We cover:How the Middle East consulting market is shaped by national...
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Season 20
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Episode 15
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6:49
S20E14: The Future of Claire’s and Mall Retail (September 29, 2025)
Claire’s is back in the headlines after its latest bankruptcy and acquisition by Ames Watson, the firm behind Lids. Can a nostalgic mall brand really be turned around in today’s retail environment?In this episode, we unpack Claire’s chal...
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Season 20
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Episode 14
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39:34
S20E13: How the NFL Turned Media Contracts Into Its Biggest Business Lever (September 26, 2025)
The NFL isn’t just America’s favorite pastime. It’s also a business giant that generates two-thirds of its revenue from one source: media rights.In this episode of Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae unpack:
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Season 20
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Episode 13
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38:10
S20E12: MBB Digital Assessments Broken Down
Consulting recruiting has changed, and digital assessments are now the new gatekeeper. In this episode, we break down what McKinsey, Bain, and BCG’s digital tests look like in 2025, what skills they’re really testing, and how you can prepare wi...
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Season 20
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Episode 12
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46:06
S20E11: Labubu Dolls and the Business of Scarcity (September 24, 2025)
Labubu dolls are the latest global craze... but what makes them so irresistible?In this episode of Market Outsiders, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down the business model behind Labubu’s rise, from blind box marketing to luxury bra...
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Season 20
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Episode 11
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33:13
S20E10: How Economic Consultants Decide What a Song Is Worth (Prerna Rakheja)
Who decides what a song is worth? In this episode, Jenny Rae speaks with Prerna Rakheja – Managing Economist at Bates White – about the landmark Phonorecords IV case that set new streaming royalty rates.For aspiring consultants, this co...
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Season 20
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Episode 10
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42:10
S20E9: Another Credit Card Fee Increase? Why Amex Increased the Platinum Fee to $895 (September 18, 2025)
Amex just raised the annual fee on its Platinum card from $695 to $895 — a nearly 30 percent jump. In this episode of Market Outsiders, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what’s behind the increase, why Amex believes customers...
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Season 20
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Episode 9
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29:31
S20E8: Wait... Consulting Hiring Is Up 22%?
Consulting hiring is up 22% year over year — the biggest surge since before the pandemic. But there’s a catch.In this episode of Strategy Simplified, Japheth breaks down 3 major shifts reshaping the consulting industry right ...
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Season 20
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Episode 8
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11:30
S20E7: Ram Shelves Electric Pickups - Were They Doomed From the Start? (September 15, 2025)
Ram will cancel its all-electric pickup, raising questions about the EV market, the rise of hybrids, and what truck buyers really want. Was the plan ever realistic, or just peak EV hype?Jenny Rae and Namaan break down the strategy shift ...
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Season 20
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Episode 6
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24:46
