Any advice on interviewing with Strategy&?

Haven’t interviewed in 5 years and am incredibly interested in a position. Have first round coming up next week.

Thanks in advance!!

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I’m sure you already know this, but just try to be as structured as possible in your thinking and communication. Practice your cases. GL!

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Similar to any competitive consulting firm. However, you should have a good reason for transitioning and why Strategy&. There was a great post here outlining what you could say, but an incorporation of the alignment system is important.

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