Coffee Chat 2.0: Recent Episodes
Jad Alkassmy
We have casual conversations with people who work in the industry to help you uncover the carrer you'd like to pursue.
With new innovations come new risks. As our devices become increasingly connected, we are becoming more prone to malicious intents and cyber attacks. So how can individuals and companies protect themselves?
Understanding economics means understanding how our world functions. Economists play a crucial role in helping governments, companies, as well as the public, take better informed decisions - ones that are driven by data.
We often see companies across all industries hiring management consultants to help solve their problems. But why is it the case? What skills make them really indispensable? And, should you become one?
"Should we lend money to this company?" As a corporate banking analyst, your job is to answer this question - and to do so, you'll need it to thoroughly study the industry and the company in order to provide the right recommendation
Digital Strategists play a crucial role in creative agencies. They need to have a vision, plan, and execute - but mostly importantly, they need to really understand the customer at a deeper level.
Samantha Kamiel draws out 2 critical skills for strategists: empathy and curiosity.
A lot of effort goes into producing the social media content that you come across. According to Funmi Ajike, working in this type of marketing requires you not only to understand the brand's voice and values, but to also make sure that they fit with yours a well.
The use of Machine Learning is becoming prevalent across every industry. If you're seeking a journey in data science, Kshitij Jain has 2 advices for you: 1) Have as solid understanding of statistics and math, 2) Master the art of problem-solving.
Fahad Tariq gives us a deep dive into equity research in capital markets. If you're a curious person who doesn't mind spending long hours conducting research, investigating, and uncovering insights, then you will thrive in this field.
Big Data, AI, Machine Learning, Data mining...You've obviously heard these buzzwords in a conversation. But what's their actual implications on businesses? Amit Bilgi shares his experience at the intersection of Data science and Strategy
Auditing is much more than examining financial statements and ensuring compliance. It's a career that'll allow you to see what's behind the curtains and gain a deeper understanding of how a business actually functions.
Every app that you use on your phone or laptop is developed and maintained by a Software Engineer. But what makes a successful one? And how can you bring your talent to big tech firms? Vanshil Shah shares his invaluable experiences in this episode.
Technology consultants not only work on solving business problems across different industries, they're also responsible in implementing the solutions, even delivering workshops! Brenden shares two main tips: 1) Keep practicing business cases 2) Network and understand what the role entails.
Within only her first year at BCG, Emily Cole worked on different projects in different industries, solved diverse business problems, all while constantly developing new skills. But to really stand out in consulting you need to be a good problem-solver, and a great leader.
Jean-Pierre walks us through the entry-level position in Accounting at one of the Big 4 firms. The hidden skill required to succeed in Audit? Getting out of your comfort zone.
Abdo Kabawat talks about the tools you need to have for a great jumpstart in supply chain consulting, and shares some advice for the challenging interview process. P.S: Successful consultants have one trait in common - Emotional Intelligence.