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Advice for the Fit Component of the Consulting InterviewHow you fit in a given firm's culture is a reliable predictor of your success with that firm. Blue Chip Career mentor Dave Traugott details how you can position yourself as an applicant who fits well ...
An Intangible Key to Success in ConsultingConsulting isn't always cut-and-dried - you need to know how (and when) to think differently about a problem. Blue Chip Career mentor Dave Traugott explains the importance of pivoting and being openmi...
How Do You Calculate EPS, and Why Is It Important?Earnings per share are an important metric of a firm's profitability. Blue Chip Career mentor Charlie Trisiripisal explains how EPS is calculated and walks through how you should explain it in an inte...
DCF, Trading Multiples, Transaction Multiples - Which Method Provides the Highest Valuation?Know the three main valuation types? If you want to be prepared for banking interviews, you'll have to. Blue Chip Career mentor Charlie Trisiripisal explains and distinguishes between the three valuat...
Describe Three of Your Strengths and Three of Your WeaknessesEver been asked the "strengths and weaknesses" question in a job interview? Blue Chip Career mentor Joe El-Rady discusses the question, offering strategies for avoiding common pitfalls and detailing h...
Do You Consider Yourself A Competitive Person?Do you have a competitive nature? Can an interviewee be TOO competitive? Blue Chip Career mentor Scott Morris talks about how you should address your competitiveness (or lack thereof) in an interview....
Do You Have Any Questions For Me?Blue Chip Career mentor Scott Morris discusses the signature final interview question: Do you have any questions for me? Scott offers suggestions on responding to this often-overlooked query, with an ...
Does the Price of a Call Option Increase When the Time to Expiration Increases?Can you talk at length about calls, puts and other, more complex derivatives? You'll have to, if you want to ace an investment-banking interview. Blue Chip Career mentor Scott Morris details how you s...
Guidelines for Preparing for a Consulting InterviewGetting ready for a consulting interview? Blue Chip Career mentor Dave Traugott walks you through the process and offers tips that can help you succeed....
Have You Ever Disagreed With a Company Policy?Ever butted heads with a boss or been stymied by a certain workplace rule? You're certainly not alone. But when asked these types of questions in an interview, there are good and not-so-good ways of r...