A Day in the Life of a Consultant: McKinsey Management Perspective

Hi, I’m Jeremy H., an MBA, Consulting, Undergrad, and VC coach on Leland. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, I worked as a business analyst (pre-MBA entry-level position) at an MBB firm for three years. Even though …

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10 Characteristics of an Entrepreneur That Can Help You Thrive

Ever wonder what makes a good entrepreneur? In today’s dynamic business landscape, the term “entrepreneur” often conjures images of innovative trailblazers disrupting industries and reshaping the future. While these success stories are inspiring, they also prompt a deeper question: What …

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How to Get into Consulting — 5 Steps and Expert Tips

Hi, I’m Sam A., a Leland coach and expert in the consulting application process. I led a school recruiting team for multiple cycles during my time at Bain & Co. and participated in dozens of interviews across multiple schools. Below …

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9 Highest-Paying Management Jobs to Consider—with Tips on How to Land One

Management jobs are among the highest-paying jobs available, attracting ambitious professionals ready to make their mark. These positions blend analytical prowess with a flair for interpersonal connections, making them an exciting move for individuals who are driven, organized, and eager …

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Insider Tips for Landing Consulting Internships

If your career goal is to enter the consulting industry, you know that consulting internships are the best way to build relevant skills and learn more about the field. But given how competitive it is to land a consulting internship, …

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What Consulting Careers Are Right for Me? Quiz

Consulting can be an elusive, confusing field, but when you break it down, it’s about people with expert knowledge advising others. Consulting careers are typically impactful, lucrative, and even rewarding roles where you can apply knowledge to help solve problems.

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Who’s Hiring? 9 Organizations Hiring for Nonprofit Development Jobs

For many nonprofits, securing the financial resources and support necessary to operate is one of their biggest and most important challenges. The development professionals who do this work—through fundraising, event planning, and grant writing—are skilled at cultivating relationships with donors …

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The Best EMEA and APAC Consulting Firms to Work For in 2023

We at Vault-Firsthand are pleased to announce our annual Rankings of the Best Consulting Firms to Work For in EMEA and Asia-Pacific. The Consulting Rankings highlight the best firms in these regions across more than 40 categories and include the …

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Making the Leap to Entrepreneurship

Three former corporate executives who migrated to the start-up world share their stories and tips.

By some estimates, three start-ups are born every second. Disruption and the rise of the gig economy explain only part of this start-up mania. A …

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5 Tips for Women Entrepreneurs

Throughout my years in business, I’ve made plenty of “mistakes”—although I firmly believe there are no mistakes, only learning experiences. I’ve also picked up a few tips along the way. They’ve helped me to succeed in founding and running several …

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