How I Became A Consultant Despite Being A [Terrible] Student

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You are so much more than what your grades or experience say about you, remember it.
In this video, I share my journey through University from when I decided to become a Consultant, more than 3 years ago to when I actually became one.
Despite starting off University with the worse grades possible, and no experience, I have achieved my goal. The formula I used is repeatable and that's what I explain in the video.
Hopefully, you can achieve your career goal as well!
Be clear about what you really want, even if you're not 100% sure, write it down and divide that goal into small & achievable steps.
This "simple" strategy got me interviews at the Big 4 Firms (Deloitte, KPMG and PwC, EY didn't have any job postings at that time), IBM, Sunlife, Gorilla Group and more during my last semester even if I didn't have the best grades nor the best internships on my CV (I had none lol).
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[@independentconsultant]

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[@kenny87ification]

Would love to get in touch with you, is there anyway to do that

[@independentconsultant]

@@kenny87ification yep! DM me on LinkedIn!

[@kenny87ification]

@@independentconsultant Already sent you a connection, kindly accept it, I can then DM you

[@rasiknarula931]

you helped me a lot lottttt and this video is really informative and cool

[@pujasingh9545]

Are you still working with pwc?

[@sohilkaushal4100]

Dude mad respect for you for putting forward such an informative video.

[@independentconsultant]

Thank you @Sohil!! 😁 Appreciate it!

[@shwetanksingh4357]

Sahi mein

[@ananyakaran]

ikr I'm in a similar situation except there are no grades yet (covid), but this guy just helped me get so much more clarity than the hundreds of articles I've read

[@TheMattenz]

I started at one of the big 4 as a consultant without a master degree 2 years ago.... I first thought it's was a glitch in their program when scanning CV's, but they were just more interested in me as a person than in my degree. I took an analytical test, did an interview and I could start. Now they are supporting me to get my master degree because clients are not that forward thinking yet....

[@runescapefreak19955]

Cannot agree more with this! Similar to you, I thought I lacked the relevant experience to get my foot through the corporate industry. Turns out these big firms look for students/graduates who are willing to learn, and groom them into successful consultants. I’m blessed enough to have had the opportunity to join one of the big 4 in AU

[@independentconsultant]

Im happy for you Dan!! It's great we learned that sooner than later! 😁

[@oluchiozioma6416]

This just gave me hope! Got a rejection this morning on my summer internship application from one of the Top 3 despite them being impressed with all my achievements and high grades. There's a season and reason for everything. Thank you Mahdi.

[@siddhantkadam4497]

Seriously the best audience engagement as well as informative video ever. Hats‘s off dude !

[@jonathanandersson1566]

Great video with such relevant information about application, goals, action! You fixed in your mind what you wanted, and then got it. Big respect, you’re animal!💪🏻

[@jdj8168]

I went to watch this video because of the information but in the end I feel really inspired by your story, thanks!

[@aishazafar2223]

Awesome video. Highly inspiring! Very happy you achieved your goal.

[@Baddycoda]

wow bro, this is incredible. I just went through something similar a couple days ago and just accepted an offer from kpmg. good luck bro

[@independentconsultant]

Congrats bro!! We all have our challenges, we just have to keep moving!!

[@peterd9624]

congratulations bro. i received 2 big 4 offers exactly a year ago and it was the best feeling in the world. you deserve it

[@Baddycoda]

@@peterd9624 that's incredible. Who did you end up signing with?

[@peterd9624]

@@Baddycoda hahaha I would prefer not to say. I can say that its not KPMG

[@Baddycoda]

@@peterd9624 I noticed that alot of people are so scared to say which firm they work for. I don't understand why

[@anshrawat6230]

Being a TERRIBLE student and aspiring to become a consultant one very fine day. I am really confused what to do next and having self-doubt but your video did motivated me. So, THANK YOU soooo much you can't even imagine how much important this video is for me. I will definitely update you with my journey hopefully I will give a good news. ❤😊

[@jasjot88]

one the videos that actually makes some sense and is helpful. Good work!!!!

[@A_New_Reality]

Thanks a lot! This is very motivating

[@j944s]

This is a great video, thanks!

[@BrocolliJoy]

Respect my man! I feel you completely about gaining other experiences instead of having best grades, I was feeling insecure about lacking best grades and analytical skills but then I saw your video and got majorly inspired. I’m 32 now, I was in project management IT consulting work before but got burned out. Then I took 3 years to work as spiritual life coach and working at service industry so I definitely have leadership skills and people skills. Now I’m eager to go to management consulting and I need to gain better analytical thinking skills. Also a masters degree (could I skip this though?)

[@T.Green.]

Great video, thanks so much for inspiring!

[@ArunKumar-qs3gc]

You have raised my level of confidence man!

[@sheronam5788]

Thankyou for the transparency!

[@itas20]

thank you so much for sharing your journey

[@andreasecchia96]

Loved it. Great process. That's what is called Growing as a person.

[@madelyngenao5873]

Awesome video! I have a very similar experience. Grades don’t dictate who you are as a person... grit and passion do!

[@alicia03]

how did you become an internal consultant? I also want to become one so badly but my grades in highschool weren't that good

[@usamafida2952]

bro you,re awosme i learn too much from you and keep it up. god bless you

[@sohaibfaheem2053]

Thanks brother, You made me feel a hell of a lot better. With all the sales and management experience I have working for WOW Mobile which like Nespresso falls under match retail, I've been struggling to land even an interview in a management consulting role and now i'm starting to think what I could possibly do to work for the likes of PWC, KPMG or Deloitte. Cheers!

[@VikasKumar-kt8wf]

Wow So much guidance in short time Thanks

[@ChiChi-sw5iu]

🤩 You are amazing!

[@kaushikmahadev8635]

Inspiring and respect!

[@petrusgimbad946]

Well done for your tenacity. Any work for that matter, unless you are passionate about it and you see purpose in the bigger end game, you won't last especially in Consulting

[@fusiongamingnetwork5790]

As a former consultant I can say your advice is spot on. Great video and good luck with your consulting career!

[@xuanzhuluo9218]

Thank you so much. Currently, I am looking for a job at Big 4. Despite the career counselor giving me a frown face, I still have hope after watching your video. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

[@TYPE_1_V]

I cried after watching this video. Just like you I'm going to try! Thank you! 🙏

[@kamikami2489]

Thank you for this video! It was so helpful

[@malcolmali4266]

I am also exactly like you and currently I don't have any internship experience and I am currently watching only sort Skills video presentation on how to become a consultant. yes, its very Struggling , however, I learned a lot from this video. thanks so much .

[@valeriamarrerodiaz1731]

asking questions is always key to thrive in the material you’re studying in economics, marketing, science and tech

[@daniella2501]

This video was just what I needed as I didn’t do the best in my Alevels due to illness. Now going into my degree with more motivation and with the goal of proving to myself and others that I can do well! Thank you for the inspiration!

[@Ricardo-po5sy]

Very inspiring !!

[@gazirovkinn]

Awesome vid !

[@hananchehaitly6137]

Love this!

[@adedokunjames9634]

Bro this is so inspiring! 😭😭

[@Sam-qd7nz]

This could not have come onto my recommended at a better time in my life. I'm in second year uni going into third in Canada, and want to go into consulting, and I had no idea how/where to start. You earned a new sub!

[@independentconsultant]

I appreciate it @Samira :)

[@tamikabrown1409]

Motivation. Big ups

[@T.Green.]

Great video, thank you

[@malcilraeure1364]

Very insightful

[@kandarpghag2360]

Great video man. I interviewed big 4 firm for Assistant Manager, first round was with Manager where she asked me questions based on situation and problem solving. I passed. In second round with Associate Director he asked me similar problem. Again my Business understanding was great as per him. But he didn't ask me anything about my leadership style, my people management etc. Anyways thanks for this video.

[@albertb2627]

Thanks for the video.

[@yousra6532]

Very useful content

[@ayodejiayoola6200]

I learnt how to be comfortable in being uncomfortable. - Primal

[@u-channel5201]

Dude I completely agree with you. I have been very similar situation like you, but eventually PwC gave me the offer. They see ourselves, not only GPA or internship.

[@AnnaSzabo]

This is my favorite video!

[@malikapjh1461]

This video was so well put together! Thanks for sharing your journey, really appreciate it as a recent grad

[@NisarAhmedKalwer]

Thanks for motivation, ❤️

[@intisara9285]

This is very raw and real, thank you for this!

[@ismaalk757]

Thanks for this boost of confidence I'm starting my journey as a project manager/consultant next month and I must say I am as much as student as you are so thank you sir :D

[@audreyarmelle6318]

Such an Amazing video so motivating thanks so much 💯

[@edwinahmariaria382]

Amazing content

[@sonicspectrum7792]

love this video

[@tarunvarkala4905]

Thank you so much :) ❤

[@suecia970]

Thanks for this helpful video. I´m planning to move from Sweden to Canada. All best! J/

[@krishmehta4300]

I want to be a consultant yet I feel like it's a peak to climb ..currently I am working in as a market researcher in a startup company where I scan websites and maintain only the relevant and important data ..I have no idea how to get there ...but definitely this video was amazing ...please do help and reply if you could ...thank you ! Keep doing the good things ...

[@Testdrive911]

That's the way, man!

[@gab9200]

Vraiment nice comme vidéo avec la petite histoire 😁😁

[@independentconsultant]

Thanks bro! 😁

[@elizeebz]

I love how you put this video together!

[@independentconsultant]

Thanks @Elizeebz :)

[@lameguy1718]

Hey cool video. Reminds me of Captain Sinbads style

[@grassgrees6728]

thank you very much bro😀

[@farshaf7624]

Damn this is a good video!

[@williamgungadoo4348]

That's crazy. I'm exactly in the same situation and I'm trying to do the same thing. You're my consultant role model💯

[@captainedward6392]

Another good point would be to network with students/professionals in your major. Despite having not so good grades or internship experience, being friendly with peers and professionals could help you get interviews! Recruiters often can't put a face to the name which makes it easier to judge you based on grades/experience alone.

[@hyeongdaus43]

Thanks, you have my subscribe 👍🏻

[@breannamarriott1870]

The way this came up in my recommended ... ty God

[@francisco985]

Hey mate thank you so much for your advices. To becom a strategy consultant is a top dream of many of us.

[@alessandragouveia2326]

I really appreciated it, you are completely right!

[@pawterikomaceiro7622]

This video was mad mahdi!

[@alexlazar557]

" The best video I ever watched ."

[@independentconsultant]

Appreciate it Alex 😁

[@kristanmanohar5730]

Loved the video man, gives me hope! One thing that scared me as a former restaurant worker was how you didn't curve your left hand when cutting the cucumber 😭💀...I've seen people cut their fingers off doing that

[@pamelahinape8260]

Thank you 😭

[@feihe6034]

Hi! I've already graduated. My career goal was to work in a 4A advertising agency when I was in University. And I eventually achieved my goal after finishing my master's degree. However, I just found out maybe consultant in more suitable for me but my experiences are all related to advertising and media. Is there any advice to shifting my career? My GPA is low as well. Thanks!

[@stephandden]

Great video and love the skits! I just shared a video highlighting GRADES and if THEY MATTER when trying to get into a big 4! ✨

[@MrNoway20]

Really inspired me bro! I litterally felt the same as you.. in terms of not going to a very good university, and not having good grades

[@Quintusflac]

Thank You Primal. Your story is inspiring. Your memorable insights about what PwC is looking for, the journey, made an impression on me. I will take this to heart as I am currently applying for internships at the big 4.

[@TheUKelvin]

Well said bro! Appreciate it a lot

[@independentconsultant]

Thanks for watching Kelvin!

[@TheUKelvin]

Tu sais, je viens de trouver que tu parles aussi le français, et je suis en train de préparer le certificat de SAP~quel plaisir de faire ta connaissance !

[@independentconsultant]

@@TheUKelvin le plaisir est mien! Bravo pour ta certification SAP, moi je travaille avec Workday!

[@TheUKelvin]

@@independentconsultant Très cool! D'ailleurs, ton Channel m'a donné pas mal d'inspirations comme j'aimerais aussi travailler dans la consulting après graduation. Bonne continuation et un grand merci !

[@Mriamk37]

Hi I just came across your video and I loved it. I was offer a start internship at Pwc this summer but I’ve failed accounting II twice due to circumstances and my school is forcing me to change from business major completely. I still want to pursuit accounting because that’s the only thing I’m passionate about so would you possibly happen to have any suggestions or solutions? That will be extremely helpful as I’m currently in a tough situation and don’t want to lose these opportunities I’m getting so far from PWC.

[@kennydrums1]

This video really encouraged me because i’m an upcoming college grad as well on my pursue to consulting and i as well do not have experiences with internships and things like that. Thanks for sharing

[@independentconsultant]

You're welcome! With a plan and discipline, I think everything's achievable :)

[@alaasweidan9558]

Thanks and GOD bless you

[@cbx9912]

I love this, thank you so much for sharing this

[@ruemabika1097]

This motivated me so much!! 🙏🏾

[@almadewisundari1032]

Such an informative video! Thank you for sharing your experiences.

[@quaishilithapace2535]

Wow Congratulations on your goals, and thank you for sharing this video☺️I also want to be a Consultant and I have constructed my resume, but nervous that it won't be accepted. I plan to have a friend look it over, I have worked in Mental Health for 12 years, and want a new start.

[@shubhendumahapatra1532]

Dude, respect and you have given a lot of motivation and positivity

[@justinalexanderthomas952]

Respect 🥰

[@valeriamarrerodiaz1731]

what a great story man

[@chihiro-g8d]

Thank you so much, I was searching something like this but can't find it but now I find it. Again thank you so much 😊

[@manishaavidyarthi3378]

More videos please!!

[@DD-ox8vs]

such an informative video ! thank you for getting straight to the point

[@samprojects4915]

From Tanzania i appreciated your history 🤗

[@chasitywilliams3509]

Inspiring

[@Tommaso_Squarzoni]

I can relate so much

[@aroosa1d]

Such an informative, and entertaining video!

[@balkangringo4799]

Currently I‘m stucking in the same situation like u in the past... but giving up is not an option 💪🏻 Keep up with the helpful vidz Mahdi 🙏🏻☺️

[@benismbinkar]

Starting my job as a trainee consultant soon

[@merry6643]

wow I got really inspired just watching this

[@jy_vision2804]

Hi Mahdi, great inspiration story. I am currently a mid level compliance manager for CI investments and I will be attending Cornell University next summer for Executive MBA program. Most of MBA students want to go to consulting company after they graduate. As someone currently with 5 years management experience and potential Ivy League T15 MBA degree, what role do you think I should consider at consulting firm?