Plan interviews around genuine leave, breaks or approved flexibility rather than creating a fabricated excuse.

Multiple rounds can require significant coordination, and protecting current workplace relationships matters while you're searching.

A half-day of personal leave may be less stressful than squeezing a remote final round between client meetings. Choose stories that demonstrate different behaviors under pressure rather than collecting many versions of the same success.

Offer recruiters a few time windows and use approved leave arrangements so your interview does not create problems at work. Review the likely format in consulting interview questions beforehand so you can book enough uninterrupted time.

My calendar is booked solid on weekdays.