Career Advice

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If you would like to learn how to make a good first impression at every interview you ever attend from this point forward, then this article will show you how. Doing Management Consulting Interviews the Right Way Before I put ‘finger to keyboard’ for this article, I did some research to find out what others […]
Consultancy roles can be competitive, and a strong CV will almost always be required to get your foot in the door. In this article we’ll share a process for writing a persuasive CV (including examples) and end with a copyright-free management consultant CV template for you to use and adapt. Management Consultant CV Common Mistakes […]
Catriona Young, of Oaklin Consulting, is a project and change management professional who worked at one of the ‘big four consulting firms’ before switching to a smaller independent consultancy. In a video Q&A, Catriona gives insights into some of the differences in ways of working and business culture. Are You Pressured to Sell for Work? We […]
Introducing Oaklin Consulting We recently got the chance to sit down with one of our long-standing clients, Oaklin, to talk about all things consulting and enjoy a fantastic presentation from Cat Young all about the firm and what they do. We know that getting a glimpse at firms like this from the inside can offer valuable […]
Oaklin Consulting When deciding which management consultancy firm to join, candidates will consider many actors and in such a dynamic industry, organisational culture is becoming increasingly important. The ways that employers build teams and support staff have lasting effects across a business. Organisational culture models can vary greatly from one company to another, so finding one that fits is beneficial to […]
Moving jobs is a great way to move up the career ladder, but what happens if your new employer has stagnant career progression, de-motivated employees, or a culture that’s not right for you? Fortunately, we’re here to help you avoid this situation and find a job that’s right for you. Here’s how to tell if […]
Should You Change Jobs?  “Should I change jobs?” is a question every professional asks themselves at some point during their career, this is as true for management consultants as it is for anyone. It’s a complex and personal decision that needs to be thought trough. To help tackle the question head-on we’ve compiled some the […]