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S21E14: Sophomore Consulting Recruiting Roadmap: Access, Ability, & Acceleration
Description
Sophomore year feels early to think about consulting — but it’s actually the perfect time to get ahead. In this episode, MC coach Kabreya Ghaderi breaks down a simple roadmap using the 3A framework: Access, Ability, and Acceleration.
You’ll learn how to:
- Choose the right firms and offices
- Build a focused networking plan
- Avoid the “spray and pray” approach most candidates fall into
Kabreya also shares how to strengthen your resume, find meaningful sophomore-year experiences, and start building the case + fit skills firms expect.
If you’re aiming for a junior-year consulting internship, this episode gives you the clarity and momentum to start today.
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