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Behavioral Interview Story Response Template

Use this template to document your best stories and prepare responses for common behavioral interview question topics.

Your Jobsearch Marketing Plan

Telling your job search where to go with your personal map

Thriving in Your New Role: Self-Led Onboarding Tool

This worksheet provides simple, self-led guidance to stay balanced and prepared during your first 90 days in a new role.

October Series - Managing a Job Search (Session 4)

Stop moving in the wrong direction! It’s easy to confuse being busy with making progress. Not all activity is created equal. Many job seekers spend hours applying blindly or scrolling through job boards. But this kind of busywork often leads to burnout and disappointment. The real trap is measuring effort instead of results. (Read that again). What matters is focusing on high-impact activities and tracking meaningful metrics. If you don’t, you risk throwing darts in the wrong direction and wondering why you’re not hitting the board. While you might get lucky with sheer volume and the law of averages, it’s ultimately the quality and direction of your activity that truly counts.

Resumes 101: Mastering the ATS

​Are you ready to take your resume to the next level and make it stand out in today's competitive job market? Join Bryan S. for "Resumes 101," where we'll dive into the essentials of crafting a resume that not only captures your unique personal brand but also passes through applicant tracking systems (ATS) with ease. ​With extensive experience mentoring and coaching hundreds of transitioning military service members, spouses, and executives, Bryan has completed over 7,000 professional resume reviews. His background spans career development, LinkedIn optimization, interview preparation, and more. As the CEO and Founder of multiple successful ventures, he brings a wealth of knowledge from international markets and organizations. ​In this session, we'll cover career planning, resume review, interview prep, networking strategy, job search strategies, and personal branding. Whether you're just starting your career journey or looking to make a transition, this event is designed to equip you with the tools you need to succeed.

Job Value Criteria Decision Guide

A guide to compare job options side by side - rate them against your values and key factors to decide with clarity.

Business Culture Guide Spain for Americans

A first overview of Spanish business culture

Winning Resume/CV Bank Template

Whether you're applying to a professional position or an academic program, use this template to organize your experiences in one cohesive document.

Navigating the Imposter Phenomenon

A resource that inspires users to reflect on the role the imposter phenomenon may be playing in their career

Breaking Into German Companies: Your Strategic Career Journey

Think BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Siemens, SAP, Adidas, and BASF. These iconic German brands represent just the tip of the iceberg in America's business landscape. Behind these household names are remarkable success stories like Tom, who climbed from financial analyst to CFO at a major German automotive supplier, Amanda who rose to President of a German pharmaceutical subsidiary, and Judith who became SVP at a leading German engineering firm. What unites their journeys? They all grew through the ranks within German companies, embraced strategic expatriate assignments to Germany, and now enjoy entrepreneurial freedoms with seven-figure compensation packages that are rewarding both performance and loyalty. With 80% of German companies planning further US investments and new facilities being built across America, we're witnessing an unprecedented window of opportunity for young professionals. Beyond the famous brands everyone recognizes, there are 5,600 German subsidiaries operating in the US, each offering significant professional opportunities for those who understand how to navigate their unique culture. German companies share one critical characteristic that is setting them apart: they actively seek talented American personnel and they reward loyalty with clear advancement paths and substantial compensation. Their approach combines the German values of thoroughness, reliability, and systematic development with respect for individual achievement. What if this methodical, relationship-based path to leadership is exactly your calling?

The Art of Knowing When to Pivot

A resource designed to spark reflections about when a professional pivot might be appropriate.

Life Review Workbook: Reflect, Reimagine, Realign

Ready for change? This workbook helps you reflect on where you are and uncover the first steps toward the life you want.

Resume for Consulting - MBA 1Y Candidate

Resume for consulting applications from a 1Y MBA Candidate; includes four years of pre-MBA professional experience

Network Your Way

Join this session to learn practical, authentic approaches to networking. You’ll gain tools for preparation, reflection, and activating your network—leaving with ideas and strategies to build stronger, more genuine connections.

Cracking the FAANG Bar: What Sets Strong Candidates Apart

Breaking into FAANG-level companies is one of the toughest challenges in tech—and the interview process is designed to separate good candidates from truly exceptional ones. Drawing on 8 years of experience at Amazon and Google, in this session Shifu X. will uncover the patterns that consistently set top candidates apart and help you understand what it really takes to clear the bar. ​You’ll learn practical strategies to strengthen your technical problem-solving, communicate effectively under pressure, and demonstrate the leadership qualities these companies value most. We’ll also cover how to avoid common pitfalls that even strong engineers make, and how to build habits now that will prepare you for success in interviews and beyond. Whether you’re actively recruiting or planning for the future, you’ll leave with actionable insights to grow into the kind of engineer who thrives at FAANG.

McKinsey BA Resume (Gov and Finance Experience)

Resume example from a campus hire who worked at McKinsey as a BA and had prior experience in government and finance

How to Network (And Enjoy It!)

A 2-page guide on how to network (and enjoy it!), with concrete steps on how to ask questions, listen actively, and share about yourself.

Business Culture Guide UK For Americans

A first overview on the particularities of British business culture

Company Profile Research Template

Use this template to research and organize key information about target companies, helping you tailor your applications and outreach.

Interview Prep Workbook

Use this workbook to organize your interview preparation, practice responses, and build confidence for any interview scenario.