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I came to know Yohannes when we were undergrad students at Addis Ababa University in 2014. Simply, Yohannes is highly intelligent and has exceptional analytical skills. He has perfect communication expertise and his written work was clear and concise, as well as interesting to read. He always explained his views very concisely and gave supporting arguments that were both clear and persuasive. At a personal level, Yohannes is a well-disciplined, and industrious one with a pleasant personality. He never hesitates to express his views no matter how many people agree or otherwise.

I reached out to Yohannes when I was preparing to interview at a consulting firm and needed guidance on how to best prepare for both the PEI and case interviews. Yohannes walked me through the interview process, helped me structure and narrow down my PEI stories, and provided lots of preparation materials. He also scheduled case coaching sessions with me and connected me with others in the consulting industry.

I definitely feel more confident now going into the interview because of Yohannes’ mentorship. He is easy to talk to, very selfless, gives honest feedback, and is probably one of the best coaches you could ever come across. 10/10 would recommend reaching out to him.

I reached out to Yohannes for career help, and he was more than happy to help me. He is swift to respond and gives excellent advice. He is also well connected and well resourced. Yohannes is a fantastic mentor that I would recommend to anyone.

I highly recommend Yohannes to anyone looking for a unique mentorship experience. I reached out to Yohannes was when I was applying for McKinsey & Company and he provided me with a lot of useful preparation materials and show me the best way to practice for a case interview. His calm and friendly manner puts you at ease straight away and he is always willing to go that extra mile to give you a little bit of an edge. Truly an outstanding instructor, I feel lucky to have had him consult me in my application.
I've never met someone with such a vast network and at the same time possesses a great sense of humor. He is so simple and open that whenever I'm looking for a piece of advice, I chat with him even when it's personal things. He is an excellent instructor and I would unreservedly recommend him to anyone wanting a consultation be it for a business or job application.

Yohannes is a great mentor who is well connected and well resourced. He goes above and beyond to help others. His energetic personality gives him a special edge and motivates those who work with him. He is a critical thinker and an effective problem solver. I recommend him to anyone who’s going into consulting or wants to grow in the corporate world in general.

Yohannis is one of the person a great business Strategy managers that I have ever mate who have determine their organisation strengths, weaknesses, operational effectiveness and opportunities.he make recommendations based on internal and external factors to minimize risks and formulate plans to achieve an organization's long-term goals.
If you are looking for an experienced strategy manager I recommend you that his the right person you need for to shape your ideas and business long-term strategy and develop measures that realize your. business objectives. And beside to this based on the time I had spent with him I was able to realise that he is a very charming and motivated person. He always see positive side of people and never give up to pass challenging situation.

I had such a humbling experience in this Mentorship program. I have received a kind and rapid response. I was also supplied with a lot of preparation materials. Overall I had a great time.

I contacted Yohannes to get some advice for a Consulting role, going above and beyond, he mentored and connected me with people. What began with a brief conversation led to Yohannes sharing all his knowledge, expertise and his resources and network. I gained a holistic overview of what I needed to do to succeed in case interviews- all thanks to his practical advice and coaching sessions.

I was really pleased with his desire to genuinely help me to excel, and the sessions were really helpful and beneficial!

I asked Yohannes to mentor me on my path to becoming a business and investment consultant. He assisted me by sharing materials, advising me on how-to for my development, and recommending me for a job in the consulting industry. In order to grow, it is critical to be mentored by someone who is willing to share his knowledge and experience. I am so grateful to know someone with a kind heart like him, who is willing to help others even when they can't return it back.

I reached out to Yohannes to apply for a job. And he told me that I have to apply for the job elsewhere. Our conversation could have ended with that. But, the kind person he is Yohannes told me to send my CV and review it. He then told me things to improve, to eliminate. He even sent me links about "how to write a great CV, helping me know many things I haven't before. He is a great mentor and a very kind person. It is not every day that we find people like him. I would highly recommend him for anyone who needs consulting!

Yohannes has been a friendly person. He helped me to figure out ways to exploit opportunities for my future career. He challenged my thought and shade light. He has been a constant support. he is friendly and always willing to help.

I was a fresh graduate from university and I was applying to any and every job out there. My dream was really to get into consulting but I didn’t know how to navigate the case interviews. Yohannes guided me through the whole process even offering to tutor me with case interviews despite his busy schedule and the conflicting time zones. I managed to get 2 offers from 2 top consulting firms in Kenya and reached the final round of one other firm.

His willingness to help you achieve your best, positive energy and selflessness is really something unique to him. I’m still in contact with him to this day with his vast network of people and employers.

I reached out to Yohannes when I was thinking of leaving a top tier consulting firm. The encounter was tinged with fear, trepidation, and a slew of other mental roadblocks. I didn't know Yohannes very well, but I just gave him a call and on that same day he helped me make the decision that has helped me in landing an amazing job today. Throughout the entire journey, he has been available to chat (also on random topics as a friend) and guide on what my next steps should be including tailoring my CV to show case my skills. His vast network of employers and his strong communication skills are really impressive and had been of great help for me. If you are in thinking of transitioning to your next challenge or looking for a job, I would recommend reaching out to him.

I reached out to Yohannes when I was looking to take my career to the next level by making a international move. Yohannes was able to use his deep expertise in world class recruiting and hiring across multiple organisations and geographies to give me tailored, structured feedback that allowed me to showcase my skill sets and experience in the most effective manner ultimately leading me to secure a very competitive position in my industry in the country of my choice. Yohannes is a world class coach and mentor and I recommend his services to anyone looking to take their career to the next level.

I reached out to Yohannes when I was looking to re-enter the job market and I needed to make a drastic change to my CV. I can confidently say that because of the help I got, recruiters are contacting me more and I'm getting more interviews.
Thank you so much.

I reached out to Derassi in my capacity as the Head of Students Career Development at Addis Ababa University, School of Law. After the initial positive reasons, Derassi, and Yohannes in particular, helped 10 graduating class law students develop their CV and make them stand out in their job application process. In addition, Derassi has taught them how to highlight their valuable experiences and skills even beyond the CV. My students and I are grateful for all their help.

I reached out to Yohannes when I was looking to make a drastic career path change and break into a new industry. His services in CV writing really helped to spotlight my relevant transferable skills and his help to shape my application responses enabled me to stand out from other applicants. He is a real wordsmith! His fantastic coaching and guidance throughout the lengthy interview process paid off when I was offered the job of my dreams with my first choice company. Yohannes has been instrumental in my successful job hunt.

Yohannes is a very dedicated and resourceful mentor. His persistence is what i admire most about him, he never lets you quit and makes sure you have performed to the best of your abilities.