328: Finding Discrepancies with a Partners' Work as Hook for a Networking Call
Case Interview Preparation & Management Consulting | Strategy | Critical Thinking
Release Date: 01/10/2018
Case Interview Preparation & Management Consulting | Strategy | Critical Thinking
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info_outlineIn this 328th and new episode of the Case Interview & Management Consulting complimentary podcast, audio version, we discuss finding discrepancies with a partners' work as "hook" for a networking call. It is very common for aspiring consultants to read partners' articles to find flaws, in the hope of proving their critical thinking skills, and sharing this with the partner to secure a networking call. We explain what happens in these situations.
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