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Revamp Your Resume Effectively with ChatGPT

This document provides a prompt to help users rewrite their resumes using ChatGPT, tailoring them to specific job descriptions.

Sample Resume Metrics

Adding metrics and quantifiable data to your résumé demonstrates your tangible impact and value to potential MBA programs. Use this original list of metrics to clearly highlight your accomplishments.

Consulting Career Path Options for Experienced Professionals

Are you a professional (with or without an MBA) who is curious about a career in consulting and whether it's a viable option? Check out this resource to learn the answer to that question and more.

Land Your Job or Study in ... The Netherlands

The Netherlands punches well above its weight. A country of 18 million people hosts the European headquarters of companies like ASML, Shell, Philips, Booking.com, Heineken, and IKEA. Rotterdam is home to the largest port in Europe. Amsterdam ranks among the continent's top financial and tech hubs. For a non-EU professional, this combination of scale, innovation, and openness is rare. The language barrier that slows people down in other European countries simply does not exist here. The Dutch are among the most proficient English speakers in the world outside of native-speaking countries. Most professional environments operate entirely in English. That removes one of the biggest obstacles non-EU candidates face elsewhere. This session covers the study path and the direct job path side by side: visa options, living costs in Amsterdam and beyond, the multicultural workplace culture that makes integration genuinely easier, and how to position yourself in a market that spans logistics, tech, finance, agriculture, and life sciences. Two real cases show how international candidates turned Dutch openness into a concrete career move. The Netherlands is one of the most welcoming labour markets in Europe. This Thursday, we show you how to use that to your advantage. New episodes in this series cover a different European country every Thursday.

Chief of Staff Interview Prep (With Cases)

This Chief of Staff interview prep content includes formatting, potential questions, and practice cases.

Challenging Boss? The Unwritten Rules of Managing Up

Navigating the complexities of managing up can be challenging, especially when dealing with a difficult boss. Join me, for an insightful session on "The Unwritten Rules of Managing Up," where we'll explore essential leadership development and communication skills to help you thrive in your role. Topics: Understanding Your Boss's Perspective Creating Credibility Prompting Your Boss (BossGPT) Dealing with challenging bosses (Micromanagers, Absentee Bosses, The Chaos Creator) Plus - Q&A time to cover any specific challenges About Jeff Sigel: With over two decades of experience in marketing and leadership, including serving as Vice President at Cracker Barrel and Ahold Delhaize, I bring a wealth of knowledge to this session. As author of "The Middle Matters: A Toolkit for Middle Managers," I specialize in empowering middle to senior level leaders to build trust and drive success. My coaching approach is tailored to help you become a more effective and impactful leader.

BossGPT: Using AI to Level Up Your Leadership

Unlock the power of AI to elevate your leadership skills in our upcoming event, "BossGPT: Using AI to Level Up Your Leadership." Join me as we explore how AI can enhance decision-making, communication, and leadership development. In this interactive session, we will focus on: * Recognizing prompting as the foundation of all influence — whether with people or AI. * Assessing your current prompting maturity and identify opportunities. * Prompting tactics that can free up time, enhance decision-making, & better support your team. * Envision the future of AI-human collaboration and how to position yourself for the next evolution of management. About Jeff: With over two decades of experience in marketing and leadership roles, including serving as Vice President at Cracker Barrel and Ahold Delhaize, I bring a wealth of knowledge to this session. As the author of "The Middle Matters," I specialize in empowering leaders at every level of organizations to drive business growth and build trust through innovative strategies. Whether you're a seasoned executive or an aspiring leader, this event will provide you with actionable insights to transform your leadership approach.

The Unwritten Rules of Job Search Networking

"Cheat Sheet" from webinar on The Unwritten Rules of Job Search Networking

Home for Ambition #5 — Weekly Live Show [4/17/2026] (Recording)

Home for Ambition is a weekly live show, by Leland, for people trying to stay ahead as work, learning, and opportunity keep changing. Each episode tackles a handful of timely, high-signal topics across AI, careers, education, and the future of work. We expect thoughtful debate, unique perspectives, and practical takeaways you can actually use. It is not a typical interview show or a generic news recap. It is a live roundtable built to help ambitious people make sense of what is changing, understand what matters, and leave with a sharper point of view on how to navigate what comes next.

Markers of Great Brands

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

Resume Power Words

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

Company Profile Research Template

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

Creating an Elevator Pitch

Develop a clear and engaging elevator pitch that highlights your strengths and captures the interest of potential employers.

Five Real Cases: Americans Landing Jobs in Europe

I have been talking about working abroad in general terms. Now it is time to share the success. I have placed many clients in jobs across Europe, and I want to show you exactly how this works. In this session, I will present five real cases: the application strategies we used, the interview processes they went through, the offers they received, and how we handled work permits, visas, and relocation. These are not hypothetical scenarios. These are actual people who now work in Europe. I am very proud of these clients. Their success contributed to my winning the 2026 Top Coach Award in the Career and Leadership section on Leland. Each case demonstrates something different: different industries, different countries, different career stages. You will see what worked, what did not work, and what made the difference between an application that went nowhere and an offer that changed someone's life.

McKinsey Cover Letter Example: A Winning Example

Learn how to craft a cover letter that gets you hired at McKinsey. We break down a successful example, highlighting the key strategies and language you need to land the interview.

Are You Thriving or Surviving as a Leader?

Are You Thriving or Surviving as a Leader? A 3-Minute Leadership Check-In Why This Matters High-performing leaders are often the last to notice when they’ve shifted from thriving to simply surviving. This brief reflection is designed to help you pause, assess, and realign.

Looking for a job? The Unwritten Rules of Job Search Networking

Most job seekers will find their next job through networking - 80-85% according to one recent article. But for many of us, we've never had to network - so reaching out to people to find a job can be daunting. This session will focus on the very practical side of networking, from outreach, to the conversation itself, to following up. Join me for this 1 hour session to gain insight into how to get started with your job search networking and how to overcome the fears that hold people back.

Sample Resume Action Verbs

Using strong, impactful verbs is essential to crafting compelling bullet points on your MBA résumé. This guide includes a categorized list of powerful verbs to clearly showcase your skills and accomplishments.

Always Busy, Never Done? The Hidden Workload That's Draining Your Energy

Always Busy, Never Done: The Hidden Work That's Draining Your Energy Ever end a day completely drained, but can't point to what you actually got done? You're not alone, and it's very easy to fall into this cycle. This topic is one of several to help you understand what's really getting in the way of your performance, energy, and focus. In this session, we're breaking down one of the biggest hidden drains on your energy, and the invisible workload most people never account for. You'll leave with a clear picture of what's actually happening in your day and how you can start changing it. This is for you if: You feel busy but never getting enough done You're early in your career and want to build strong habits now You're mid-career and something just feels off You're in a transition period and trying to find your footing

Military Transition - Transferable Skills Inventory

A helpful tool for "translating" your military skills to civilian skills that can be showcased on your resume or in interviews. Could be used outside the military as well.