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How to improve your performance as an EM
This post is for EMs or senior consultants who plan to become EMs. The EM role can be the most rewarding or challenging in MBB consulting. In this post…
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Rustem Karymov
How to learn problem-solving
Problem-solving is the most important skill in MBB consulting. But learning it is extremely difficult. Let's discuss how you can radically upgrade your…
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Rustem Karymov
Stop self-deprecating talk
Consultants experience imposter syndrome. They downplay their abilities because they don't want to let people down. This is a good social tactic, but it…
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Rustem Karymov
My first manager forced me to sketch slides on paper
Slide-making is a difficult skill to master. It takes months, if not years, to get really good at it. It's more of a problem-solving than a design…
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Rustem Karymov
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How to Write Well in Consulting
Writing is an essential consulting skill. But it's not intuitive and full of unspoken expectations. That is why you struggle. Learn to write well and…
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Rustem Karymov
Attention to detail
Consultants often make simple mistakes. It's extremely embarrassing and damaging. Let's discuss some practical tips how you can fix this problem.
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Rustem Karymov
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How the heck do I improve my confidence?
Lack of confidence is one of the biggest pain points for consultants. But it's really hard to improve. Let's learn some practical tips how you can build…
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Rustem Karymov
Networking in consulting
Networking is difficult for new consultants. They don't know how to do it except asking for awkward coffee chats. Let's discuss what you can do instead.
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Rustem Karymov
How to conduct feedback sessions with partners?
It's the most frequent question I get from consultants. Often, consultants don't know how to handle it well. Let me tell you what you can do.
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Rustem Karymov
Do you want to get a manager promotion?
It's an important milestone for lateral hire consultants. You can acquire critical management skills and increase your job market value. Let's learn how…
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Rustem Karymov
Struggle with slide-making?
When consultants struggle with slide-making, they often blame their poor design skills. But in reality, they most likely don't have a solid…
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Rustem Karymov
You don’t have a reliable working system
New consultants struggle with basic consulting skills. They crave a simple, reliable working system. But they struggle to learn and implement it. Read…
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Rustem Karymov
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