Tips for resume/cover letter to apply at Mckinsey?

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Nothing unique relative to all of the generic stuff everyone says about resumes and cover letters. What’s more important is that your experience is good / you’re smart.

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If you’re relying on a cover letter or resume you’re already out. Need to network in

Totally untrue! But if you can - networking usually has much bigger upsides than downsides!

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