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Episode Synopsis
There are 3 things that makes Karen, our guest this week, the IT GIRL of consulting:
1. She has interned at 2 prestigious consulting firms, EY and Oliver Wyman.
2. She goes to Queens University, one of the world's best target schools for consulting.
3. She willing to share all of her secrets and tips to help you land your dream consulting internship.
In this episode, we will help you set up a solid foundation for a successful career in consulting. We will discuss how to choose the right university, target schools, the importance of joining student clubs, and resources for consulting.
Follow and connect with me on other platforms!Instagram: @thegaryguoTikTok: @thegaryguoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc4tAROUdXaHmXp8vQzVvyQ
0:00 Intro
2:15 Who is Karen
4:14 How to choose the best university
9:12 What is a target school
15:12 The advantages of going to a target school
22:33 Non-target school stories
27:45 Consulting careers in university
31:39 You need to join student clubs
37:21 Student club secrets
40:58 How to find the best student club
49:20 Great resources for consulting
1. She has interned at 2 prestigious consulting firms, EY and Oliver Wyman.
2. She goes to Queens University, one of the world's best target schools for consulting.
3. She willing to share all of her secrets and tips to help you land your dream consulting internship.
In this episode, we will help you set up a solid foundation for a successful career in consulting. We will discuss how to choose the right university, target schools, the importance of joining student clubs, and resources for consulting.
Follow and connect with me on other platforms!Instagram: @thegaryguoTikTok: @thegaryguoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc4tAROUdXaHmXp8vQzVvyQ
0:00 Intro
2:15 Who is Karen
4:14 How to choose the best university
9:12 What is a target school
15:12 The advantages of going to a target school
22:33 Non-target school stories
27:45 Consulting careers in university
31:39 You need to join student clubs
37:21 Student club secrets
40:58 How to find the best student club
49:20 Great resources for consulting
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