How do people who are spouses/caretakers/parents find time to prep for interviews? Interview processes have gotten so extreme over the past decade that it takes a tremendous amount of time to prepare, and for what result? Companies still mishire all the time and attrition is high. I’m a caretaker and intimidated by preparing for interviews because of the little time I have to myself. It doesn’t mean I can’t do a job just because I don’t have time to LC or case interview prep.

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Yes, it takes a LOT of time, unfortunately! Just gotta squeeze it in where you can and prioritize. For me, I hired coaches to expedite my learning/progress and gave up some weekend hours.

How did you find your coaches?

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I have the impression that zhis really depends on the roles that we recruit for. But I can image how stressful it is.

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