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Business Culture Guide UK For Americans

A first overview on the particularities of British business culture

Know Your Value: Women's Offer Negotiation Tactics

A resource that inspires users to understand the gender wealth and wage gap and the importance of negotiating offers

Markers of Great Brands

Discover the core qualities that distinguish great brands and learn how to apply them to your own career brand.

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.

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.

Salary Research Tools

Discover tools and strategies to research salaries, ensuring you enter negotiations informed and confident.

Resume Power Words

Discover impactful power words to make your resume more compelling and highlight your achievements effectively.

Exit Paths from Investment Banking: How to Navigate Your Next Move in Finance

​After landing a role in investment banking, the next big question is—what comes after? In this panel, Max M. (IB-> PE), Garret W. (IB -> Growth Equity), and Max S. (IB -> Startups) will break down the most common and competitive exit opportunities from investment banking, including private equity, hedge funds, venture capital, and corporate strategy. You’ll learn how to evaluate different paths, what recruiters and hiring managers look for, and how to position yourself for a smooth and successful transition. ​Whether you’re in your first year as an analyst or preparing for your next career move, this session will help you strategically plan your trajectory in finance and make your next step your best one yet.

Negotiation Prep Template

Use this template to organize your key talking points, goals, and strategies for a successful negotiation.

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

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.

Company Profile Research Template

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

Salary Negotiation 101

A concise guide to negotiating job offers—research, tactics, etiquette, and sample scripts to boost compensation.

How to Network (And Enjoy It!)

What is networking all about? What do I say to make conversation with a stranger? How can I approach new contacts and make progress in my career? Networking is an essential skill to developing your career and searching for a new job, but many people struggle with putting themselves out there authentically and being able to create a genuine connection with people. In this free workshop, Career Coach Connie Ma will guide you through the three steps of networking effectively and enjoying yourself at the same time: asking questions, listening actively, and sharing about yourself. Join us, and start feeling more confident, resourceful, and excited about your next networking encounter!

Behavioral Interviews: Failure Story Example

An example of a story about failure for behavioral interviews.

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.

Decoding Power and Presence: How to Navigate Organizations and Show Up in High-Stakes Rooms

Organizations aren’t run by org charts alone. Beneath every structure is an invisible operating system — the flow of influence, unspoken rules, and subtle cues that shape how work actually gets done. The ability to move effectively across different leaders and rooms isn’t about having the biggest title; it’s about understanding power and showing up with clarity and confidence. ​In this workshop with Abid C., we’ll explore how to read organizational dynamics, recognize the informal networks that matter, and build presence that resonates in high-stakes environments. You’ll walk away with practical tools to strengthen your influence and navigate complex situations with credibility.

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.

Breaking into French Companies - Your Strategic Career Journey

Think L'Oréal, Chanel, Dior, Perrier, Cartier, and Airbus. These prestigious French brands represent just the tip of the iceberg in America's business landscape. Behind these household names are remarkable success stories like Sarah, who climbed from marketing coordinator to VP of North American Operations at a luxury goods company, Marcus who rose to General Manager at a major French aerospace supplier, and Elena who became Chief Strategy Officer at a leading French pharmaceutical subsidiary. What unites their journeys? They all grew through the ranks within French companies, embraced strategic assignments to France, and now enjoy sophisticated career paths with exceptional compensation packages that reward both performance and cultural adaptability. With French companies actively expanding their US operations and establishing new innovation centers across America, we're witnessing an unprecedented window of opportunity for ambitious professionals. Beyond the famous brands everyone recognizes, there are 5,400 French subsidiaries operating in the US, each offering significant professional opportunities for those who understand how to navigate their unique culture. French companies share one critical characteristic that sets them apart: they actively seek talented American personnel who can bridge cultures and they reward relationship-building with clear advancement paths and substantial compensation. Their approach combines French values of intellectual sophistication, hierarchical respect, and personalized leadership with appreciation for individual creativity and strategic thinking. What if this relationship-based, intellectually stimulating path to leadership is exactly your calling?

Introduction: The Three Whys

Overview of "Why Me," "Why the Role," and "Why the Company" for behavioral interview questions.