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• S20E20: Is AI the Future of Supply Chain Consulting – or Just Hype?

  Send us a textIn this special 2025 panel, 4 top supply chain consulting firms – Chartwell, Clarkston Consulting, Kearney, and The Kormac Group – join Management Consulted to explore how AI, automation, and shifting global demand are changing the industry.Hear directly from firm leaders on:How AI is being used in practice to improve efficiency and decision-makingWhat skills firms are hiring for right nowHow to break into supply chain consulting in 2025The biggest misconceptions about consulting careersEach firm is hiring now. Click here to see open roles and prep resources to help you land your next offer.Additional Resources:Book a 15-minute call with Katie for insight into which Management Consulted program is right for youExplore open roles at Chartwell, Clarkston, Kearney, and KormacJoin Black Belt for a structured approach to consulting recruitingReview consulting application deadlines to stay ahead of recruiting timelinesListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect 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 ([email protected]) with questions or feedback.

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• S20E19: Why Private Markets Suddenly Want Your Money

  Send us a textPrivate markets are courting everyday investors. Why now, and what should you do about it?In this episode of Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae unpack the “retail revolution” in private investing, explaining why firms like Ares are turning to individuals and how private credit is reshaping access to capital.You’ll learn:Why private funds suddenly want retail investorsHow private credit works (and why it’s booming)The tradeoffs: liquidity, fees, and riskWhether private assets belong in your 401(k)Key Links:How Ares is capitalizing on the ‘retail revolution’ in alternative assets (CNBC)What is Private Credit? (State Street)PE is coming to your 401(K). Should You Buy In? (WSJ)Timestamps:01:00 How Big Decisions Shape Long-Term Wealth03:57 What the “Retail Revolution” Really Means08:31 Why Wealthy Individuals Are Moving Into Private Markets14:24 The Private Credit Boom Explained18:34 Why Private Firms Need Retail Investors Now27:57 Diversification Risks in Public vs. Private Markets33:00 Takeaways: How to Start Small in Private InvestingListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect 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 ([email protected]) with questions or feedback.

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• S20E18: From PowerPoint to Powerful - Business Storytelling That Sticks

  Send us a textIn this episode, the tables are turned! Instead of asking the questions, MC COO Namaan Mian is in the hot seat - interviewed by Emily Watkins, Senior Marketing Manager at Integreon. We dive into the future of storytelling in a world obsessed with AI and efficiency, and why human connection is still the ultimate competitive advantage. From avoiding “death by PowerPoint” to bringing analog warmth into our digital-first relationships, we explore what it really takes to win client trust and tell business stories that accomplish results.Key LinksJoin Meta, AmEx, Pfizer, and dozens of other partners who leverage our Business Storytelling TrainingWork 1:1 with NamaanListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect 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 ([email protected]) with questions or feedback.

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• S20E17: No Target School, No Chance? Michael Proved Them Wrong and Got BCG

  Send us a textWhat if you didn’t go to a target school? What if you’re an international student who needs sponsorship? Does that mean MBB is out of reach?Michael Liu is living proof that the answer is no. In this episode, Japheth sits down with Michael, an undergraduate student from Taiwan who defied the odds to land a BCG internship.Michael shares the exact steps he took to break in, including:How he built a powerful networking strategyOvercame the sponsorship hurdlePrepared for both case and behavioral interviewsHis story is full of practical insights and encouragement you can apply to your own recruiting journey — whether you’re at a non-target school, navigating visa questions, or just looking for that extra edge.Additional Resources:Join Black Belt, a structured case prep program that helps candidates land MBB offersPractice case interviews live or on-demand with real case prompts on YouTubeSee a list of consulting firms that sponsor international candidatesPartner Links:Stax is hiring! See open roles and requirementsListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect 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 ([email protected]) with questions or feedback.

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• S20E16: Why Warren Buffett Just Bet $10 Billion on Chemicals

  Send us a textWarren Buffett is still making big moves at 95 years old. His latest play? A $10 billion bet on OxyChem, the petrochemical arm of Occidental.In this episode of Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae unpack what makes this deal stand out. They break down the financial engineering behind it, why debt reduction matters in today’s macro climate, and how it fits into the broader Buffett Playbook. From shareholder buybacks to Buffett’s trademark “handshake” style, this is a masterclass in deal dynamics.Links mentioned in the episode:Occidental 10-K (FY 2024)Latest Buffett Shareholder LetterPrevious episode: What Record Stock Buybacks Signal (August 11, 2025)Previous episode: Kraft Heinz Breakup Signals the End of Scale at All Costs(September 2, 2025)Invest in Project Management Training for your teamTimestamps:00:19 Buffett at 95 makes a $10B deal01:26 The Buffett Index and Woodstock of Capitalism02:32 The Buffett Playbook: deal vs. business05:28 Breaking down the OxyChem acquisition06:18 Why stock buybacks matter08:17 Debt, interest rates, and timing the deal12:07 Berkshire’s 28% stake in Occidental15:34 Buffett’s secret: the handshakeListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect 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 ([email protected]) with questions or feedback.

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