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Introduction to the AI Company Landscape & Assignment
This will introduce the AI jobs landscape and also share reading to help you dive deeper to understand the entire AI market. There is an assignment to research three companies of interest to better understand what companies in this space do.
Inside the Forward-Deployed Engineer Role
Interactive session dissecting the FDE role with real-world examples, skill mapping, and discussion on how FDEs accelerate AI adoption in enterprise environments.
Which AI job is the right fit for me?
Reading to understand roles and impact on things like work-life balance, focus time vs. meetings, and more. Includes a research assignment and table laying out different aspects of each job.
Navigating AI Salary Data & Market Trends
Walkthrough of key salary datasets and trends, explaining what drives compensation differences and how candidates can evaluate offers and align career goals with compensation realities.
AI Job Market Noise, Networking Strategies & Referrals
Examines challenges posed by imprecise AI job listings and teaches targeted networking practices, referral system insights, and rapport-building with insiders, plus an assignment to initiate connections and refine messaging.
Which AI job is the right fit for me personally?
A guided walkthrough discussing how to view different jobs like research engineer, forward deployed engineers, and different GTM roles and which one might be a fit for you based on your skillset and experience.
October Series Session 7: Negotiating Confidently
This session teaches you to treat salary negotiation as a normal business conversation about your value.
Mastering AI Networking & Referrals
Guide to building meaningful relationships in the AI ecosystem, overcoming hiring noise, and securing referrals through thoughtful engagement and value-add interactions.
AI-Powered Lead Gen: More Leads, Less Work
Tired of spending hours prospecting, researching, and qualifying leads manually? In this session, Robin V., a Leland coach and AI automation expert, will show you how to harness AI to streamline your lead generation process and scale your outreach effortlessly. You’ll discover practical tools and tactics for finding high-quality leads, personalizing outreach at scale, and automating key parts of your sales funnel—without sacrificing authenticity or results. Whether you’re a founder, marketer, or sales professional, you’ll walk away with actionable strategies to generate more leads in less time using AI.
Finally Use AI for Something Useful: Build AI Literacy That Moves Your Career Forward
AI is everywhere—but understanding how to use it effectively for your career can feel overwhelming. In this session, AI expert Matthew W. (Stanford, Meta) will guide you through practical ways to build AI literacy and leverage AI tools to enhance your work, decision-making, and professional growth. You’ll learn how to identify meaningful applications of AI in your role, avoid common pitfalls, and use AI strategically to save time, boost productivity, and strengthen your skillset. By the end, you’ll walk away with actionable strategies to move your career forward with confidence in an AI-driven world.
Navigating an AI Career: from Google to Microsoft to AI startups
Curious what it’s really like to build a career in AI—and how to stand out in one of tech’s fastest-growing fields? In this session, Michael A., who previously worked at McKinsey, Google, and Microsoft, and who now works with AI startups, will share insights from his own journey across big tech and emerging companies. You’ll learn how to identify the right roles in AI, what skills and experiences matter most to hiring teams, and how to position yourself for long-term success in this evolving space.
How to Become an AI Leader At Your Company
AI leadership isn’t just about technical expertise—it’s about influence, strategy, and execution. In this session, expert Leland coach and AI Program Director at Fabletics Logan K. will break down how to position yourself as a trusted AI leader within your organization, regardless of your formal role. You’ll learn how to identify high-impact opportunities, communicate AI value to stakeholders, and drive adoption responsibly and effectively.
