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Behind the The Path That Makes Us: Navigating Consulting, Business School, and Everything In Between

The Path That Makes Us··29 May 2026·1h 16m

About this episode

Co-hosts Will Holbrow and Ari Levine turn the mic on themselves and share their personal journeys through college, consulting, and business school, offering insights into career decision-making, academics, and the realities of life in consulting. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast Journey 05:54 Navigating Career Choices in Business School 11:27 Reflections on College Applications and Decisions 16:29 The Role of Student Organizations in Career Development 21:40 Deciding on Consulting as a Career Path 28:01 Experiences in Consulting: The Reality vs. Expectations 35:05 Understanding the Staffing Model in Consulting 41:16 Navigating Career Transitions 49:01 Reflections on Career Intentions 54:43 The Decision to Pursue Business School 59:40 Exploring the One-Year MBA Experience