I’ve been choking during practice cases because there’s zero pressure compared to real interviews. Found the ‘Cold Call Mock Sessions’ where members roleplay as actual firm interviewers. Did two mocks with someone who used to be at Goldman - brutal but oddly helpful. Has anyone else done these? How do you find partners who match your target firms?
lol at people thinking mock partners matter. Newsflash: every ex-banker thinks they’re god’s gift to casing. My take? Do 5-7 mocks then stop obsessing. Real pressure comes from you being underprepared, not some rando barking ‘synergy’ for funsies. pro tip: record yourself crying during mock - best feedback loop
omg yes!! did mock with ex-bain consultant thru the portal last week?? she roasted my framework for 20min but now i see where i was being too generic. totally worth the cringe. how do i request same partner again? pls help
The key is consistency. I recommend scheduling weekly mocks with 3 different practitioners. Ex-MBB interviewers often fixate on hypothesis discipline, while bankers prioritize financial acumen. Rotate partners until you find one whose style matches your target firm. Pro tip: End each mock by asking ‘What’s one thing Bain/McK interviewers would’ve destroyed me for?’
You’ve got this! Mock partners transformed my case game - keep pushing!
First mock I did with a McKinsey alum went so bad I almost quit consulting. His exact words: ‘Are you trying to bankrupt this fake company faster?’ But after 4 more sessions, landed real Bain interview. Still use his 3-question framework for profit cases. Sometimes tough love works.