How to Balance Fit and Case Interview Prep Without Burning Out
Preparing for both fit and case simultaneously? Here’s a practical schedule and mental framework to stay sharp without burning out. Ashwin Shetty | ex-Bain | Founder MBB Prep | 500+ MBB Offers Published: March 2026 | 5 min read The Prep Imbalance Problem | Why Fit Prep Gets Neglected | A Balanced Prep Framework | […]
MBB Consulting Compensation: What You’ll Actually Earn
What do MBB consultants earn? Complete 2026 breakdown of base salary, signing bonus, performance bonus, and total compensation. Ashwin Shetty | ex-Bain | Founder MBB Prep | 500+ MBB Offers Published: March 2026 | 5 min read Why Compensation Transparency Matters | Entry-Level Compensation | The Progression | What the Numbers Don’t Tell You | […]
Consulting Industry Specialization: How to Choose Your Sector
Should you specialize in a specific industry in consulting? Ex-Bain breaks down how sector specialization works and when it helps. Ashwin Shetty | ex-Bain | Founder MBB Prep | 500+ MBB Offers Published: March 2026 | 5 min read The Generalist vs. Specialist Question | Why Specialization Matters | The Major Industry Tracks | How […]
A Day in the Life of a Management Consultant at MBB
What does a day in consulting actually look like? Ex-Bain manager shares an honest, detailed account of daily life at MBB. Ashwin Shetty | ex-Bain | Founder MBB Prep | 500+ MBB Offers Published: March 2026 | 5 min read Why This Matters Before You Interview | Morning: Getting Aligned | Mid-Morning: The Analytical Grind […]
Written Case Interviews: What They Test and How to Prepare
Written case interviews are used by BCG and others. Here’s what they test, how they’re scored, and how to prepare effectively. Ashwin Shetty | ex-Bain | Founder MBB Prep | 500+ MBB Offers Published: March 2026 | 5 min read A Different Kind of Challenge | What Written Cases Are Really Testing | How to […]
How to Get Referrals for Consulting Interviews: A Step-by-Step Guide
A referral can get your resume to the top of the pile. Here’s exactly how to ask for consulting referrals without being awkward. Ashwin Shetty | ex-Bain | Founder MBB Prep | 500+ MBB Offers Published: March 2026 | 5 min read Why Referrals Matter More Than You Think | What Not To Do | […]
McKinsey vs. BCG vs. Bain: Culture Differences That Actually Matter
Which MBB firm is right for you? Ex-Bain manager breaks down the real culture differences between McKinsey, BCG, and Bain. Ashwin Shetty | ex-Bain | Founder MBB Prep | 500+ MBB Offers Published: March 2026 | 5 min read Beyond the Brand Names | McKinsey: The Institution | BCG: The Intellectual Playground | Bain: The […]
Group Case Interviews: How to Stand Out Without Standing On Others
Group cases are a different game. Learn how to lead, collaborate, and stand out in group case interview exercises. Ashwin Shetty | ex-Bain | Founder MBB Prep | 500+ MBB Offers Published: March 2026 | 5 min read What Group Cases Actually Test | The Two Extremes That Kill You | What Great Group Case […]
MBA vs. Non-MBA: Two Paths Into Management Consulting
Do you need an MBA to get into consulting? Ex-Bain manager compares MBA and non-MBA paths to MBB and tier-2 firms. Ashwin Shetty | ex-Bain | Founder MBB Prep | 500+ MBB Offers Published: March 2026 | 5 min read The Myth of the Single Path | The MBA Route: What It Actually Gets You […]
Market Sizing Cases: How to Estimate Anything Under Pressure
Master market sizing cases with a repeatable framework. Ex-Bain manager explains the approach that impresses McKinsey, BCG, and Bain. Ashwin Shetty | ex-Bain | Founder MBB Prep | 500+ MBB Offers Published: March 2026 | 5 min read Why Market Sizing Trips Up So Many Candidates | The Two Approaches That Actually Work | Building […]