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AMCAS Example T20 Medical Student

Full AMCAS submission for medical student at T20 school. MCAT score was not available at the time of submission, but score was 510.

Example Resume for Amazon Program Manager Application

This is the resume for an individual with an MBA and Product Management background who secured a Amazon Program Manager role.

How to Optimize Studying for the LSAT

Studying for the LSAT is about more than putting in hours—it’s about studying smart. This session is designed to help you build an effective, sustainable LSAT study plan that maximizes improvement. In this event, you’ll learn how to structure your study time, prioritize question types, and use practice tests strategically. We’ll also cover common study mistakes, how to track progress, and how to adjust your approach as your score improves. Whether you’re just getting started or trying to break through a score plateau, you’ll leave with practical strategies and clearer direction.

A Roadmap to Graduate School Applications

Applying to graduate school is a multi-step journey, and success depends on having a clear plan from start to finish. This session walks through the full application roadmap, from early preparation and program selection to essays, recommendations, interviews, and final decisions. You’ll learn how to prioritize each stage, avoid common pitfalls, and stay organized throughout the process so you can submit strong, confident applications.

Financial Services Data Scientist Resume

Breaking into financial services isn't easy, but when you put effort in like this candidate, you'll earn that job offer.

Breaking Into BizOps & Strategy: How to Stand Out as a Top Candidate

BizOps and strategy roles put you at the center of the most important decisions a company makes. This session breaks down how top candidates stand out—and how you can position yourself to break in. You’ll learn what hiring teams actually look for, how to signal strategic thinking through your experience, and how to prepare for interviews that test real-world problem solving. If you’re aiming for high-impact roles with real influence, this session will give you the edge.

Leadership in Global Contexts

Influence vs title, cross-cultural teamwork, initiative

Start Early, Apply Strong: Successful PhD Timelines

Applying to PhD programs is a long process—and starting early can make all the difference. This session will help you build a strategic timeline to strengthen your application. You’ll learn how to plan each stage, from researching programs and preparing materials to securing recommendations and managing deadlines, while avoiding common pitfalls. Whether you’re just starting or refining your plan, you’ll leave with a clear roadmap for success.

Building Your Path to Graduate School Success: 2-5 Years Out

Are you considering applying to graduate school in the next 2-5 years and want to ensure you're on the right path to success? Join me, Bri, for an insightful session on building a strategic approach to your graduate school applications, whether you're eyeing an MBA, MPP, or any highly competitive graduate degree. With firsthand experience as an admit to MIT Sloan, Booth, and Tuck, and a dual MPP/MBA strategy, I bring a wealth of knowledge on what top programs are looking for. My background in government consulting and cross-sector innovation allows me to help you craft compelling stories that connect your diverse experiences into a cohesive narrative. I've successfully coached applicants to M7 and top public policy programs, refining their personal narratives, clarifying post-graduate goals, and strengthening their essays, résumés, and interviews. During this session, we'll cover everything from application strategy and networking to financial aid and testing. Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot and start building your path to graduate school success!

From Overwhelmed to In Control: Your Job Search Game Plan

Job searching today can feel overwhelming, whether you’re just starting to explore, actively applying, or navigating an unexpected transition. With endless advice, conflicting strategies, and pressure to move quickly, many professionals find themselves stuck in reactive mode, unsure where to focus or how to build momentum. As we kick off Job Search Week, Amy will walk you through her practical Dream. Plan. Do. Live. framework, a step by step approach shaped by her experience as a hiring manager and senior leader in tech, and refined through what has consistently helped her clients land roles and advance in this market. You’ll leave with a simple, practical game plan that brings clarity, structure, and intention to an otherwise overwhelming job search process.

Medical School Week Kickoff 2026

Medical School Week is here—and this kickoff session sets the tone for a week focused on navigating the med school admissions process with clarity and confidence. Join us for an opening event designed to introduce the week’s themes and help you make the most of the events ahead. In this session, we’ll explore key strategies for approaching the med school admissions journey, highlight critical milestones to focus on, and offer guidance for setting priorities that align with your goals. Whether you’re exploring medicine for the first time or actively applying this cycle, this kickoff will help you chart a focused path for the week ahead.

Strategies for Crushing the New HBS Essays

Harvard Business School’s updated essay prompts demand clarity of purpose, strong self-awareness, and a narrative that goes beyond polished accomplishments. This session breaks down what the new HBS essays are really testing, how to approach each prompt strategically, and how to craft responses that feel authentic while signaling leadership, impact, and future potential. Whether you’re brainstorming ideas or refining drafts, you’ll leave with a clearer framework for writing essays that resonate with HBS admissions readers.

ADEA AADSAS - Manual Dexterity Essay

I have included an example of my manual dexterity essay for the ADEA AADSAS application. Please feel free to take a look for formatting and ideas!

Crushing Your Deferred MBA Applications

Applying to deferred MBA programs or curious about the process? Leland is excited to provide this FREE event to cover tips to help you get accepted into top MBA programs like Harvard Business School, Stanford GSB, Wharton, and more. ​​This workshop is hosted by John K, CEO and Founder of Leland. He was accepted to Stanford GSB and HBS though their deferred enrollment programs and will share key tips and tactical strategies to help you submit an application you are proud of. ​​​If you are interested in applying to a top 10 MBA program, have questions about the process, or just want to receive valuable insight, join us. It's completely free!

Recruiter-Approved Networking Templates

This blueprint provides a data-driven outreach framework designed to move you away from "charity-based" networking toward a high-impact "curiosity" model. Based on five years of recruiting experience and current analyst insights at JPMC, this guide reveals why technical and strategic queries are 4x more likely to get a response than a referral request. What’s Included: - The "Strategic Peer" Template: High-conversion scripts for reaching out to potential teammates. - The "Recruiter-First" Reach Out: Strategies for engaging with sourcers after a role has been posted to ensure your profile is seen. - The Follow-Up "Multiplier": Techniques for providing "Value Adds" to keep a professional conversation alive. - The "Andrew Cause" Checklist: Essential rules for mobile-optimized, data-backed messaging that bypasses spam filters.

6 Weeks to a 705

Yes, you read that right! You can achieve a top score in just 6 weeks! Crushing the GMAT isn’t about memorizing facts. It’s about sharpening logic, mastering time pressure, and building test-day readiness. In this free workshop, we’ll walk through how to practice effectively, which prep resources to trust, and how to simulate the real exam environment. We will craft a six week study plan that builds stamina, precision, and strategy. You’ll leave with a clear roadmap to cross the 705 threshold with confidence.

Job Search Week Kickoff: Hiring Manager Round Table

Job Search Week is here—and this kickoff session sets the tone for a focused, intentional approach to finding your next role. Join us for an opening event designed to help you start your search with clarity and momentum. In this session, we’ll outline how to approach the job search strategically, share key principles for staying organized and motivated, and highlight what to focus on in today’s market. Whether you’re just starting or resetting your search, this kickoff will help you move forward with purpose.

Resume Revolution: The ATS-Proof Blueprint

Is your resume disappearing into the application black hole? Up to 75% of resumes are filtered out by software before a human ever sees them. Join this free resource to gain the insider strategies you need to beat the system. Leveraging my background as a recruiter and sourcer, I'll show you how to stop listing duties and start showcasing metrics-based achievements that grab a hiring manager's attention. This resource is for you if you want to: - Master keywords to score highly with the ATS. - Pass the recruiter's 6-second review test. - Transform your experience into quantifiable impact. Stop submitting resumes and start submitting applications that convert to interviews!

Navigating the MBA Waitlist Process (4/6)

We will discuss how to navigate the waitlist process for MBA programs. This will include: - General process and timelines - Common reasons people are waitlisted - How to plan structure your updates - What else you can do to improve your chances - Q&A

Acing the Sales & Trading Internship

The Internship Playbook: 5 Principles That Separate Great Interns from Good Ones — A concise, no-fluff guide covering the habits that actually matter during your internship: reliability over brilliance, sharing real insight (not just headlines), thinking like a principal, building genuine relationships with fellow interns, and remembering to evaluate the firm while they evaluate you. Written for anyone heading into a finance internship who wants to stand out for the right reasons.