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S19E19: Case Interview Prep Plan If Your Interview Is In <7 Days
Season 19 Episode 19
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Interview coming up fast? Don’t panic. This episode breaks down exactly how to prepare for a case interview when you’ve got 7 days or less.
Learn the 4-step plan our most successful can…
Published on 3 weeks, 2 days ago
S19E18: When Growth Isn’t Enough: Inside Taco Bell, KFC, and Pizza Hut’s Earnings Miss (August 5, 2025)
Season 19 Episode 18
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Yum! Brands beat expectations in some areas - but it wasn’t enough.
Today, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down why positive same-store sales at Taco Bell still set off alarms, how KFC and P…
Published on 3 weeks, 3 days ago
S19E17: Case Structure Masterclass - Nail the First 5 Minutes of Every Case
Season 19 Episode 17
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The first five minutes of your case interview matter most. In this live-recorded masterclass, learn how to structure your case like a pro and impress from the start.
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S19E16: Starbucks Ditches Pickup-Only Stores - Smart Move or Big Mistake? (July 31, 2025)
Season 19 Episode 16
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Starbucks is ditching its pickup-only and drive-thru-only stores. CEO Brian Niccol says they “lack warmth” — but is that really the reason?
In today’s Thursday Market Outsiders, Namaan …
Published on 4 weeks, 1 day ago
S19E15: BCG Cost Reduction Case Interview – Optimizing Jet Manufacturing Strategy
Season 19 Episode 15
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Watch as a former BCG consultant - Raghav - leads a candidate through a real-time case interview focused on cost reduction for a defense contractor. This live case tests structuring, ma…
Published on 4 weeks, 2 days ago
S19E14: Inside Garrett Popcorn’s Slow Line, Fast Profits, and Untapped Growth (July 29, 2025)
Season 19 Episode 14
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A slow-moving popcorn line sparked today’s conversation, but what it uncovered was a masterclass in business strategy. Jenny Rae and Namaan dig into Garrett Popcorn’s iconic brand, oper…
Published on 1 month ago
S19E13: BCG Recruiting Tips from a Former Marine Turned Consultant (Katie's Story)
Season 19 Episode 13
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Katie Neff’s path to consulting was anything but typical. After 8 years in the Marine Corps, she pivoted through a dual degree at Columbia and went on to land a role with BCG in the Mid…
Published on 1 month ago
S19E12: Inside Tesla’s Futuristic Diner Experiment in Los Angeles (July 24, 2025)
Season 19 Episode 12
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Tesla has opened a diner in Los Angeles - and it’s not just about burgers and fries. In today’s episode, Namaan and Jenny Rae explore the business strategy behind this bold move and why…
Published on 1 month ago
S19E11: I’m an Engineer. Can I Really Jump to Consulting?
Season 19 Episode 11
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Are you an engineer or in another technical field wondering if consulting could be your next move?
In this episode, Jenny Rae breaks down exactly how engineers can successfully transiti…
Published on 1 month ago
S19E10: Why Coca‑Cola Beat Earnings but Shares Still Slipped (July 22, 2025)
Season 19 Episode 10
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Coca‑Cola posted stronger‑than‑expected earnings, yet its stock still slipped. Why?
In today’s Tuesday episode of Market Outsiders, Jenny Rae and Namaan unpack Coca‑Cola’s latest result…
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago