I’m connecting with a McKinsey partner via zoom for the first time this week….how do I ask him for an interview without being so forward and blunt about it 🤣🤣

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Consider every conversation you ever have as an interview.

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Do not I repeat do not ask for an “interview”
You can ask for visibility or to help better position your application.
And I would give them the choice of deciding how they want to help you

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Basically wordsmith it and be wishy washy coz thats what corporate likes.

Ask if they have a need for morally flexible individuals in the pharma practice. Note that you’re very dedicated to client impact no matter the cost.

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Is OW hiring in pharma ?

Shoot straight. Sometimes it’s best to be direct and go from there. Have your conversation and ask about what interests you in the field and partner’s interests. Folks love to talk about themselves, and then after say you’re very interested and what steps can you take to interview for a role?

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The fact a McK partner has any time to talk with you is a sign she/he must have seen something in you. Treat it as an interview.

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He already knows you want an interview

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My personal experience: I asked about the role beyond what the job description says, talked a bit about myself and then asked if I would be a good fit (not verbatim). Chances are they already assume you want an interview, you just need to not come off as desperate. Hope this helps!

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Correct, don’t come off as addicted to opioids yourself. That’s sooo low class. Only the dum dums are desperate for their next hit.

Show curiously about the role. Ask the partner to share their story, then ask who you could talk to about the recruiting process. Just be genuine and curious. Have a great discussion!

Hide your true intentions. Make the other person feel great regardless of your own beliefs.

This will leave you in good stead for a future at McKinsey!

Good theory. Then I used all my jealousy to force McKinsey to be systematically unethical?

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