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What does it really take to break into MBB — especially if you’re starting late?

In this conversation, ex-Bain manager and case coach Abi Chen breaks down the exact 2-month strategy that helped her go from “I just learned what consulting is” to landing a Bain offer.

She shares the principles that top candidates consistently get right — and the myths that hold everyone else back.

You’ll learn:

How to diagnose your readiness (and what most candidates overlook)
Why drills matter more than full cases
How top performers think like consultants from day one
The feedback mindset that accelerates growth in recruiting and on the job

If you need a clear, realistic roadmap to MBB — or inspiration for charting your own path — you’ll find it here.

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S21E20: Bain Manager’s 2-Month Guide to MBB Prep (and What Candidates Miss)

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S21E20: Bain Manager’s 2-Month Guide to MBB Prep (and What Candidates Miss)