Back to All Questions
@weird-maple2 hours agoUnited States
Does applying to a less competitive office actually improve your odds?
- Office Selection
People keep saying some offices are easier than others, but I don't know how much that should influence the application. I don't want to pick a city I barely care about just for perceived odds.
Is office competitiveness a real enough factor to optimize around?
Similar Questions
Is it a mistake to choose a smaller MBB office just because you like the city more?
- Office Selection
One office has fewer consultants and probably fewer local practice options, but I like the city much more and could actually see myself staying there. How much should office size matter compared with personal location fit?
Sep 16, 2026Canada
Top answer
Mayank G.Coach
Mayank G.CoachOffice size matters, but it is only one part of the decision. Smaller offices may have fewer local specialists, yet they can still offer strong staffing opportunities and a closer community.
How much should office choice depend on where you have the strongest network?
- Office Selection
I have a clearer network in one office, but another location is actually a better fit for where I want to live. Recruiting-wise, the first office probably feels safer. How much should networking strength influence office selection?
Sep 13, 2026Sweden
Top answerMayank G.Coach
Mayank G.CoachNetworking strength can help, but it should not override a location you genuinely prefer or an office where your background fits better.
Which MBB offices are actually more competitive?
- Office Selection
People always say New York, London, San Francisco, etc. are more competitive, but how much should that affect where you apply? I would genuinely be happy in a few different offices. Is there any smart way to balance office preference with recruiting odds without obviously trying to game the system?
Aug 3, 2026United States
Top answerMayank G.Coach
Mayank G.CoachSome large and highly desirable offices receive more applicants, but you should not assume there is a clean public ranking of admission difficulty.