Career Advice

In our latest blog, Matt investigates and explains what makes a CV too short and then offers his advice for avoiding these pitfalls. So, get ready to learn what it takes to create the perfect length CV. The Video “Is Your CV Too Short?” Video Transcription In another post, we’ve discussed what makes a CV […]

How long should your CV be? It’s a question we’re often asked by candidates and the honest answer is, that it often depends upon the position. Really, we’d be advising candidates to tailor each application to the job at hand. Today, Matt is here to offer some advice about building the very best CV, time and time […]

With many firms asking for a one-page CV for business strategy and management consultant roles it’s vital to create a document that has all the most relevant information present and doesn’t waste time focusing on less important areas. In our latest video, Matt discusses how to create the perfect CV for a strategy consultant. Ascent […]

When you’re writing a management consultant CV, every element is important. In this video Ascent Professional Services founder, Matthew Bennett, shares top tips for the best way to create a professional CV. The Best Way To Create a CV – Video Transcript Hi there, it’s Matthew from Ascent here. Today I’m going to be letting […]

As an industry built around advising and improving other businesses, consultancy interviews are notoriously challenging. In addition to technical/analytical skills, you are examined on a variety of criteria including commercial acumen, emotional intelligence and even public speaking. When it comes to management consulting interview question advice, we have put together the following points that should […]

“Should I Change Jobs?” Traditionally, company loyalty has always been considered a vital part of progressing one’s career, with some people remaining in the same business for over a decade. Of course, company loyalty is still important in the modern workplace (even if not to the same extent)- we consistently see individuals progress up the […]

The purpose of writing a cover letter is to persuade your prospective employer that you are a strong candidate, capable of doing the advertised job, and are someone who’s great to work with. With so much to fit in it can herd to know where to start, and even harder to know where to stop. […]