S19E13: BCG Recruiting Tips from a Former Marine Turned Consultant (Katie's Story)

Send us a text 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 Middle East. In this conversation, Katie unpacks how she: Built a strong consulting resume Navigated hidden BCG networking opportunities Mastered case interview prep with the Black Belt program Nailed the offer from a nontraditional background Her story is packed with BCG recruiting tips, consulting career advice, and encouragement for anyone looking to break into a top consulting firm. Additional Resources: Black Belt : Get the same edge Katie used to land her BCG offer with coaching, resume edits, networking strategies, and case prep Resume Template : Use our 1‑page consulting resume template to stand out Case Prep Plan : Follow our step‑by‑step plan to master cases with the right structure, practice schedule, and tools Partner Links: Stax is hiring! See open roles and requirements Listen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted team Connect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube ! Follow us on LinkedIn , Instagram , and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us ( team@managementconsulted.com ) with questions or feedback.