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BCG Casey Chatbot 3 – Novofoods (Mildana)
Practice test 3
The Jobs to Be Done Framework
Learn what Jobs to Be Done means, how to write effective JTBD statements using the three-part formula, and see real examples from companies like Notion, Airbnb, and Spotify. Understand why knowing the "job" reveals your real competition and transforms how you think about your product.
Customer Discovery Interview Guide: Questions, Structure & Best Practices
Complete interview reference guide with all key questions organized by interview stage (context, jobs to be done, future state), red flags vs. green flags to watch for, and preparation checklist. Use this before every interview to stay focused on learning truth rather than seeking validation.
Synthesizing Interview Discoveries into Useful Insights
Learn how to consolidate interview data, identify patterns (problem, solution, pain point, language, and buyer patterns), prioritize insights using frequency × urgency framework, validate your JTBD statement with real customer language, and make three critical decisions: Is this worth solving? What's the MVP? Who do we build for first?
How Might We Examples: 12 Companies Across B2B & B2C Industries
Comprehensive examples guide showing Meh → Better → Best HMW progression for 12 real companies across diverse industries: EdTech (Udemy), Personal Finance (Mint), Wellness (Headspace), Food Delivery (DoorDash), Fitness (Peloton), Collaboration (Slack), Sales (HubSpot), Recruiting (Lever), Analytics (Mixpanel), Customer Success (Zendesk), DevOps (GitHub), and Finance (Brex). Each example includes the customer insight, three HMW versions with explanations of why each works or doesn't, and industry-specific patterns.
Jobs to Be Done Framework Reference Guide with Multi-Industry Examples
Reference guide covering the JTBD formula, real-world examples across B2B and B2C companies (Spotify, Peloton, Slack, HubSpot, Figma, and more), and quick tips for applying JTBD thinking to your startup. Use this to understand the framework deeply and see how different companies address different jobs for different customer segments.
BCG Casey Chatbot 7 – Metro Financial Group (UCB)
Practice test 7
Walk through to Roles in AI — How It Differs from Traditional Tech
This guided session introduces you to key roles like research engineer, forward deployed engineers, and different GTM jobs at AI companies and how to think about them.
How to Conduct Useful Customer Discovery Interviews
Learn the three-act interview structure (Context, Deep Dive, Future State), the golden rule of customer discovery (listen, don't pitch), and powerful JTBD questions that uncover real problems. Get specific guidance on what to ask and the five mistakes to avoid, from leading questions to interviewing only friends.
Case Interview Setup: First 5 Minutes
The first 5 minutes set the tone for the rest of the interview. We cover the essential mechanics of the launch: recapping the prompt to ensure alignment, asking high-value clarifying questions, and—most importantly—stating an initial Hypothesis. Learn how to start the case with a strong point of view, just like a consultant starts a project.
Key Skills to Prioritize in Year 1
Focus your development efforts on the few core competencies—like structured thinking and executive presence—that drive promotions and impact.
BCG Casey Chatbot 8 – Lifeguard (Vivita Project Wapple)
Practice test 8
Working Effectively with Your Supervisor
Master the art of managing up, ensuring clear communication, and securing the guidance you need to thrive on your project.
Key Tips for Your First 100 Days
Nail your onboarding with a tactical checklist for building essential relationships, setting expectations, and delivering early wins.
GRE Arithmetic - Percent Bakery Question
This is a review for how to structure and solve a percent change question for the GRE.
Cracking College Admissions: Insights from Experts
College admissions is more competitive and complex than ever. Between building a strong academic profile, highlighting extracurricular impact, and telling your story authentically, students often wonder what really matters most to admissions officers. In this session, you’ll hear from experienced coaches Annabella G. (Columbia), Alex T. (Caltech), Lucy G. (Harvard) who will break down the college application process and share what top schools are actually looking for. We’ll cover how to approach essays and supplements, strategies for building a balanced school list, and ways to stand out beyond test scores and GPA.
What Makes a Good Stock Pitch
These slides include tips and examples for how to communicate your market view, differentiated view, monetization plan, risks, and rewards to investors.
How to Navigate the Product Sense/Discovery question
The product sense—or discovery—question is one of the trickiest parts of any product management interview. It tests not only your creativity but also your ability to think strategically, empathize with users, and communicate structured product decisions. In this session, Kate X, a seasoned product leader and Leland coach with experience hiring and mentoring PMs at top tech companies, will break down exactly what interviewers are looking for and how to deliver confident, high-impact answers. In this event you'll: Learn a repeatable framework for tackling product sense questions See real examples of strong responses Leave with clear strategies to stand out in your next PM interview.
MBA Recommendation Letter Example
MBA Recommendation Letter Example
CBS MBA Example Essays
CBS MBS successful example essays. Asian Male, low GPA.
