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Strategy Simplified
Management Consulted
Frequency: 1 episode/3d. Total Eps: 695

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.
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S21E2: The #1 Case Interview Habit That Gets You the Offer
Season 21 · Episode 2
mercredi 5 novembre 2025 • Duration 08:39
What separates candidates who crush their case interviews from those who fall short?
Former Bain consultant Jenny Rae Le Roux reveals the #1 habit that top performers share – and it’s not about frameworks or math.
If you’re preparing for McKinsey, BCG, Bain, or any consulting interview, this is the mindset shift that changes everything.
Additional Resources:
- Work 1:1 with an MBB coach through our Black Belt program for personalized prep that gets you from practice to offer
Partner Links:
- Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025
Connect With Management Consulted
- Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
- Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
- Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
- Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
- Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
S21E1: Bain Case Interview – Can You Make Small Gyms More Profitable?
Season 21 · Episode 1
vendredi 31 octobre 2025 • Duration 47:21
In this Bain case interview, ex-Bain consultant and coach Juliane Hoss walks through a profitability case on franchising small gyms.
Listen as she guides a candidate through structuring, quant, and communication – and hear expert coaching along the way on how to think (and sound) like a Bain consultant.
Learn how to:
- Clarify objectives and criteria of success early
- Prioritize profit levers with confidence
- Communicate like a top-tier consultant
Whether you’re gearing up for final rounds or just starting your prep, this case will help you turn practice into offers.
Work with Juliane:
- See Juliane's coaching calendar
- Purchase the Black Belt case prep program for 1:1 coaching with Juliane (8-10 hours)
- Connect on LinkedIn
Additional Resources:
- Subscribe on YouTube for more live cases
Partner Links:
- Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.
Connect With Management Consulted
- Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
- Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
- Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
- Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
- Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
S20E22: How Walmart Keeps Prices Low
Season 20 · Episode 23
jeudi 16 octobre 2025 • Duration 36:55
Walmart is making a push on U.S. manufacturing, and says it’s good business. Today, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what’s signal versus spin, where onshoring can actually cut costs, and why category-by-category moves matter more than headline percentages.
We get into supplier power, inventory timing, vertical integration in beef, and pharma basics like bringing amoxicillin back onshore. Plus, a personal investing lesson from Jenny Rae’s grandmother: buy what you never plan to sell.
Tell us how you shop at Walmart and what you’re seeing in prices where you live.
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Chapters:
- 04:59 Personal Reflections and Financial Wisdom
- 09:40 Walmart's Strategic Shift Towards American Manufacturing
- 16:00 Supplier Dynamics and Cost Management
- 21:00 The Role of Automation in Modern Manufacturing
- 25:54 Vertical Integration and Walmart's Beef Processing Facility
- 30:57 Legacy of Investment Philosophy
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.
Connect With Management Consulted
- Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
- Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
- Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
- Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
- Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
S17E25: Inflation Eases & McDonald's Struggles: What’s Behind the Numbers? (Market Outsiders: May 13, 2025)
Season 17 · Episode 25
mardi 13 mai 2025 • Duration 24:55
In this Tuesday episode of Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae dissect the April CPI data, showing a lower-than-expected core inflation rate, signaling stability despite tariff uncertainties.
Jenny Rae then shares a jarring McDonald's visit, with empty dining areas and sluggish service, pointing to operational hiccups rather than inflation-driven consumer retreat. Comparing McDonald's to peers like Chick-fil-A, they question if its in-store strategy is faltering and what this means for its future.
Join Market Outsiders live every weekday at 9:15AM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube - and now, episodes are also available on Strategy Simplified every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.
Want the full daily experience? Follow the new Market Outsiders podcast to get every episode, Monday through Friday.
- Subscribe to the new Market Outsiders feed (Apple, Spotify)
- Follow Management Consulted on LinkedIn and subscribe on YouTube
- Connect with Namaan and Jenny Rae on LinkedIn
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.
Connect With Management Consulted
- Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
- Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
- Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
- Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
- Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
ALERT: <48 Hours Left to Join Coaching Program at $200 off
lundi 12 mai 2025 • Duration 03:29
The price of our flagship case coaching program, Black Belt, goes up by $200 on Wednesday May 14. Purchase now to join the program at the lowest price it will ever be in the future.
Don't need all of the services now? Don't worry - unused services never expire!
Connect With Management Consulted
- Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
- Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
- Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
- Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
- Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
S17E24: U.S./China Trade Tensions Thaw - What's Next? (Market Outsiders: May 12, 2025)
Season 17 · Episode 24
lundi 12 mai 2025 • Duration 24:57
U.S. / China trade tensions thaw as the economic powers drop reciprocal tariffs and agree to further talks.
- How are business leaders responding?
- What does it mean for investors?
- What do we expect to happen next?
Tune in!
Join Market Outsiders live every weekday at 9:15AM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube - and now, episodes are also available on Strategy Simplified every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.
Want the full daily experience? Follow the new Market Outsiders podcast to get every episode, Monday through Friday.
- Subscribe to the new Market Outsiders feed (Apple, Spotify)
- Follow Management Consulted on LinkedIn and subscribe on YouTube
- Connect with Namaan and Jenny Rae on LinkedIn
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.
Connect With Management Consulted
- Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
- Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
- Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
- Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
- Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
S17E23: Intro to Casing (2 of 10): BCG Profitability Case Interview Example
Season 17 · Episode 23
lundi 12 mai 2025 • Duration 28:31
Continue the Intro to Casing mini-series with a BCG profitability case.
Join Ed and Jenny Rae as they walk through a full case example in real time - showing you how to structure, calculate, and communicate under pressure.
Whether you’re new to casing or brushing up before interviews, this 10-part series will help you build the habits of top performers.
Additional Resources
- Black Belt case prep program
- Free consulting application deadlines tracker
- Download a step-by-step Case Prep Plan (free)
- Case interview master guide
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.
Connect With Management Consulted
- Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
- Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
- Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
- Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
- Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
S17E22: Post-MBA Consulting Offers: Real Talk from Bain, McKinsey, and BCG Hires
Season 17 · Episode 22
vendredi 9 mai 2025 • Duration 01:00:31
What does it really take to land a post-MBA consulting offer at a top-tier firm? In this episode, we pull back the curtain with a panel of successful candidates who scored offers at firms like Bain, McKinsey, BCG, Deloitte, and A&M.
You’ll hear firsthand how they navigated a tough job market, prepped for case interviews, evaluated offers, and ultimately stood out in a competitive pool.
They share how many hours they put in, which resources actually worked, and what they wish they’d known sooner.
Whether you're deep into your MBA or an experienced hire eyeing a transition, this is the no-fluff, straight-talking guidance you’ve been looking for.
Additional Resources
- Join Black Belt for resume + interview prep support throughout recruiting - limited spots available
- See upcoming application deadlines
Partner Links
- Stax is hiring! See open roles and requirements
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.
Connect With Management Consulted
- Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
- Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
- Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
- Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
- Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
S17E21: Fed Rate Hold and Tariff Troubles (Market Outsiders: May 08, 2025)
Season 17 · Episode 21
jeudi 8 mai 2025 • Duration 19:11
In this solo episode of Market Outsiders, Jenny Rae dives into the market’s reaction to the Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates steady, signaling caution amid tariff-driven uncertainty.
She also shares a personal story about her boutique winery in Northern California, breaking down the surprising costs of wine production - particularly how tariffs on imported bottles and label materials could double or triple expenses, threatening small wineries.
Join Market Outsiders live every weekday at 9:15AM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube - and now, episodes are also available on Strategy Simplified every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.
Want the full daily experience? Follow the new Market Outsiders podcast to get every episode, Monday through Friday.
- Subscribe to the new Market Outsiders feed (Apple, Spotify)
- Follow Management Consulted on LinkedIn and subscribe on YouTube
- Connect with Namaan and Jenny Rae on LinkedIn
Connect With Management Consulted
- Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
- Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
- Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
- Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
- Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
S17E20: Inside Samsung & Hershey: Tech Powerhouse vs. Candy Icon
Season 17 · Episode 20
mercredi 7 mai 2025 • Duration 55:49
What do a South Korean tech giant and an iconic American candy maker have in common? More than you might think.
In this edition of Business Breakdowns, Jenny Rae Le Roux and Namaan Mian explore the business models behind Samsung and The Hershey Company - two very different brands navigating a rapidly evolving global landscape.
You'll discover:
- How each company actually makes money
- The key financial metrics driving performance
- The competitive dynamics shaping their future
From semiconductors to snack bars, this session will sharpen your business acumen and give you a fresh lens on what makes these companies tick - and what could trip them up.
Business Breakdowns drops on the 1st Wednesday of each month. Have a company you'd like to see profiled? Let us know via email.
Additional Resources
- Build your business acumen through our Black Belt case coaching program
- Unlock top consulting jobs on the Management Consulted Job Board
Connect with Namaan and Jenny Rae
More on Samsung and Hershey
- Samsung Financials
- Hershey Financials (10-K)
Free Consulting Prep Just Got a Whole Lot Better
Create a free MC account for access to step-by-step learning pathways, a brand new case prep course, and more. Download the MC app to prep anywhere.
Connect With Management Consulted
- Create a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep today
- Schedule a free 15min consultation with the MC Team
- Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube
- Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
- Join an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more
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