107: Demand Side Estimation Myth
The myth of demand side estimation cases is the greatest mistake taught in case books worldwide and is probably the worst technique a candidate should be using. Candidates around the world are taught ...
7 Dec 20129min
106: Invisible Presentation Technique
Solving a case while talking an interviewer through your thinking (written or otherwise) is, for the interviewer, a little like trying to understand a presentation without seeing the slides. Or at the...
1 Dec 201212min
105: Case length and details
When we ask candidates for more details in their resume, fit responses and cover letter, they always write longer sentences. There is an important difference between "more details" and "greater length...
25 Nov 20126min
104: Do Not Read Your Interviewer
It is impossible to read the personality of an interview and we discuss the typical errors candidates make in trying to read too much into the behavior of interviewers: quiet, asking questions, rude, ...
19 Nov 20129min
103: Kim Kardashian on Analytics
It is impossible to read the personality of an interview and we discuss the typical errors candidates make in trying to read too much into the behavior of interviewers: quiet, asking questions, rude, ...
13 Nov 20126min
102: Religion, Politics, Culture etc.
When interviewing with a partner or associate from a different culture, it is very easy to say something which can offend a person. Our very own clients have said seemly innocent things only to have i...
7 Nov 201215min
101: Example of Poor Case Dialogue
Interviewers can only respond to what you say, and poor communication, like in this example, not only wastes time, but is a poor reflection on your candidacy. This is a crucial point to remember. No m...
1 Nov 201211min
100: Reading Data Exhibits in 4 Simple Steps
The right way to read a graph in a case interview and a set of graphics, is not to look for each insight, but to extract the overall message. Most candidates take enormous pride in reading every insig...
26 Okt 201210min
