The 1%: Conquer Your Consulting Case Interview: Unlock the secrets behind modern case and fit interviews and join the one percent that breaks into McKinsey, BCG, Bain, and other top firms Paperback – 18 Jan. 2023

The 1% is simply amazing and is the best consulting preparation guide that I have found. Having been preparing for my consulting interviews for a while, I wasn’t expecting this book to teach me much, but was I wrong!1. The book is probably the most comprehensive guide on the topic of consulting interviews out there. Having read Case in Point and Case Interview Secrets, I was pleasantly surprised by how the book covers the process end-to-end, including fit, mindset, how candidates are evaluated, and even interview wardrobe. These are areas which are mostly neglected by the current literature on consulting interviews. Florian acknowledges these gaps in the currently available literature on the topic, demonstrating how the book isn't just another generic cash grab with little insight that you can find for free on the Internet.2. The 1% also offers incredible depth. Given the breadth of topics covered, one would expect the advice to be quite superficial, but it was the complete opposite! Florian’s vast experience in case interview coaching really shines through here as the content was both very nuanced and different from the outdated approaches taught by the common case books.3. Despite the sheer amount of content contained within the book, I never once found it a slog to get through. Everything was presented in a clear, easy-to-read, and (most importantly) digestible way. Another aspect that is fantastic about the book is how each chapter can be read in any order- this is particularly useful as it caters to complete beginners with little case interview experience who would want to read from start to finish, as well as intermediate to advanced interviewees who may only want to pick certain chapters to bolster their knowledge.If you are preparing for consulting interviews, this should be your go-to book. I can honestly say that nothing out there even comes close to this. I have already recommended to this several friends, and am glad I am interviewing soon, because this book is going to raise the level of competition!

If you don’t know where to start, Florian’s book is the way to go! It stood out to me because it is the most update playbook on the market. It sets the scene and provides you with a step-by-step guide on how to prepare and the basics of case + behavioural interviews. If you want to go a step beyond, Florian even provides coaching session. His feedback is very insightful and he gives a lot of reassurance throughout the process and lets you know if you’re on track to succeed! Thanks to him I now feel more confident in my abilities which is key to succeeding!

My friend first bought and recommended this book as he had heard good things about it. I was sceptical at first because it could have just been ‘another get into management consulting’ book amongst the hundreds out there. That being said I read the reviews and there were over 40 review that were 5 out of 5 stars. This caught my eye. I took the plunge and bought the book. To be honest upon reflection it was a great buy.The book is broken down into sections throughout the whole application, preparation and interview process which are easy to navigate and read. It exposes the hidden layers under the cases to help you understand how to tackle and approach most cases and dispels myths you read online.I read this book first and wrote notes. In addition, I also did parallel reading with various online resources eg blogs / videos / prep websites and found that this book consolidated all the information out there in one handy guide.In essence the book has done all the hard work and research for you and as it was published in 2023, gives you the most up to date information.I feel that buying reading this book first has helped me to approach cases better by ensuring I learn the right approach with the right mindset early on to ensure I do not learn bad habits. In summary its an essential buy that will be key for interview preparations.

This book really covers everything you need to know for case prep!!Florian clearly outlines the different sections of a case interview and describes what the interviewer is looking for and how you can approach the questions. He also includes a lot of small remarks around timings and good habits to get into and what to do if you make a mistake or are stuck, which are very useful!Two sections I found especially useful were 1) the structuring section, where Florian outlines different ways to approach a case structuring question that can be applied to any context, rather than outlining generic frameworks, and 2) the math section where he lists a lot of small tips and tricks that can really improve your case math!

Having not only read the book but also having run through an actual mock interview with the author (who has 5+ years of experience at McKinsey), I can say that you are getting a truly great book on the exact method you should follow for the case interview.Be sure to not only read the book, but the actually do practice cases (ideally with an expereinced interviewer) so that you can put the theory into action

This book encompasses valuable insider advice and tips for getting into a top management consulting firm. The content dives deep into all aspects of the case interview process, as well as behavioural questions. Florian details how to tackle all kinds of case interview questions in a comprehensive manner.What I liked most about 'The 1%' was the unique style with which Florian explained concepts and the invaluable advice for answering the different case questions. Florian's advice can be applied across various question types and helps build confidence.Reading this book and practising Florian's advice will definitely improve your chances of getting into MBB or other top consulting firms. Moreover, the book contains up-to-date information on top consulting firms' interview processes. The value for money is incredible - I couldn't recommend it more!