830: Speed is the wrong focus area (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

830: Speed is the wrong focus area (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

For this episode, let's revisit a Case Interview & Management Consulting classic where we discuss speed. Far too many candidates focus on being faster. That is another myth.

Speed is an outcome of having good technique. So if you are slow, deconstruct your technique, analyze weaknesses and develop a new way to solve arithmetic. That is key. Unless your technique improves aka "your process to solve math," you will never improve. We explain how in this podcast. Moreover, if an interviewer or practice partner indicates you are slow, think carefully if your technique can be improved, versus merely trying to speak faster. Note, there are many different techniques to solve arithmetic problems so do not search for the "best" technique. Find one that works for you.

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268: What Michael Jordan Can Teach You About Strategy

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267: Strategy Training Changes at Firmsconsulting

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265: Client Lessons: Stanford Masters Student

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264: From Siberia's winter plains to an elite university

264: From Siberia's winter plains to an elite university

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263: How to read to improve reasoning

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262: BCG / McKinsey to Private Equity: 4 Client Experiences

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