Game of Consultants
Our newest initiative yet, Game of Consultants, tests your consulting knowledge & analytical eye to the fullest. Attempt it and see how good you are! We add new ones every week
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Asymptote of Enough
What if the real burnout isn’t just in our bodies but in our idea of success? From school report cards to job promotions, we are conditioned to chase more — more success, more visibility, more validation. But at what cost?
This article explores how the modern rat race driven by unexamined ambition and constant comparison is taking a toll on our well being, purpose, and peace.
Is it time to redefine what enough really means?
Read this insightful article by Jahnvi Bansal as she questions the existing systems and offers a path toward more meaningful metrics of success.
Case Interview Guide 4.0
Boost your case prep with this year’s all new Case Interview Guide. With a fresh set of cases spanning multiple industries and formats, it provides a well-rounded and practical toolkit to sharpen your problem solving skills.
The Price of Protectionism
The article provides an in-depth analysis of the 2025 US-China trade war, where both nations have reignited tariff battles targeting critical sectors like semiconductors, EV batteries, agriculture, and luxury goods. It explains how this renewed conflict is disrupting global supply chains, pushing major companies to shift manufacturing to countries like India, Vietnam, Mexico, and Thailand. The article also highlights China’s growing trade alliances with Africa and Latin America, the expansion of regional trade blocs like RCEP and IPEF, and the increasing push towards de-dollarization through yuan-based trade settlements and BRICS-led payment systems.
Check out this article by Divyanshu Jha as he emphasizes that sustainable global growth now depends on renewed multilateral cooperation, transparent trade practices, and a strategic shift from zero-sum competition to mutual interdependence.
The Business of Freebies
Free electricity, loan waivers, direct cash transfers — are these enablers of social justice or tactical vote banks?
In India’s evolving electoral landscape, the line between welfare and freebies is becoming increasingly blurred. This article dives deep into the economics, political incentives, and real-world consequences of the freebie culture, while offering global perspectives and actionable solutions for policymakers.
Can India chart a path that safeguards both social equity and economic sustainability? Check out this article by Daksh Kalra as he unpacks the political economy behind India’s rising freebie culture, its long-term impact on governance and fiscal health, and the global lessons it offers.
The Halo and Horn Effects: How One Trait Shapes Our Judgments
Our initial impressions often hold more power than we realise. A firm handshake, articulate speech, or a confident introduction can lead us to overestimate a person’s abilities. Conversely, a single misstep may unfairly overshadow their true potential. These cognitive shortcuts, known as the Halo and Horn effects, deeply influence our decisions in workplaces, classrooms, and even the marketplace.
Such biases can result in unfair hiring, skewed evaluations, and poor consumer choices. But with greater awareness and structured methods like blind assessments, rotational reviews, and self-reflection, we can reduce their impact and make more objective, evidence-based judgments.
In this piece, Chinmay Chirag explores how one trait can shape our entire perception of a person and shares clear, actionable ways to overcome these hidden biases in high-stakes environments.
The Paradox of Choice: Does More Freedom Make Us Less Happy?
The Paradox of Choice: Is Too Much Freedom Making Us Unhappy?
We live in a world overflowing with options: internships, career paths, products, even identities. While this abundance promises freedom, it often leads to decision fatigue, anxiety, and second-guessing.
Psychologist Barry Schwartz calls this the Paradox of Choice: when having too many options makes us less happy, not more.
But what if the answer lies in thinking like a consultant? By using structured tools, frameworks and constraints, we can cut through the noise, make better choices and feel more confident.
Check out Aditya Duggal’s article as he delves deep into the Paradox of Choice and explores how applying consulting principles to everyday life can help navigate complexity and bring clarity.