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Essays (3): UCLA Anderson MBA Admitted R1

These are the 3 application essays of an applicant who secured R1 admission to UCLA Anderson full-time MBA.

Thriving in Your Environment - Workbook

Neurodivergent Series

Neurodivergent Strengths Workbook

Unlock the potential of your neurodivergent mind and turn it into your greatest career asset!

Mistakes Koreans Make in MBA Applications

The very traits that make Korean professionals so exceptional (rigour, humility, diligence) can, without calibration, falter in Western admissions.

How to Automate Recurring Work in Cowork

Claude Cowork is an Anthropic tool available in the Claude Desktop app that can access your full computer and help you to automate your tasks.

Creating Your Thriving Community - Workbook

Neurodivergent Series

Positioning for IB and Buy Side

Breaking into investment banking or the buy side requires more than strong technical skills—it requires clear positioning. In this session, a top Leland coach and IB expert Adam B. will break down how to shape your story, experience, and skill set to appeal to both IB and buy-side recruiters.

Retail Partnership for Functional Beverages

A tightly structured six-month retail partnership designed to help a retailer claim early leadership in functional beverages.

INSEAD Short- and Long-Term Career Goals Essay

Plans for transitioning from Korea’s gaming industry to global digital platforms and building a founder-focused accelerator.

Essays (3): Duke Fuqua MBA Admitted R1 Class 2028

These are the 3 application essays of an applicant who secured Round 1 admission to Duke Fuqua MBA.

Quantitative Comparison for the GRE

Quantitative Comparison questions can be tricky, but with the right approach they become one of the most efficient ways to earn points on the GRE. In this session, Audra Z., an experienced GRE tutor with eight years of teaching and a 99th-percentile GRE score (335), will break down how to recognize common patterns, avoid traps, and decide quickly and confidently between answer choices. Drawing on her experience tutoring hundreds of students admitted to top graduate programs, Audra will focus on practical strategies that improve accuracy and speed without overcomplicating the math. Whether Quantitative Comparison is a weakness or an opportunity for easy gains, this workshop will help you approach these questions with clarity and control.

INSEAD Managing High-Stakes Complexity Essay

A reflection on navigating a high-pressure, unprecedented project, balancing strategic vision with expert risk management.

Chief of Staff Roles - Resume Example

Example resume that helped me land a chief of staff role at a seed-stage health tech company

Build Your Consulting Case Prep Plan

Effective case interview prep isn’t about cramming—it’s about structure and consistency. In this session, a top Leland coach and ex-Bain interviewer Jeremy S. will walk you through how to build a focused case prep plan that balances skill-building, practice, and feedback. You’ll learn how to prioritize the right drills at the right time, track your progress, and avoid the common study mistakes that slow candidates down.

European MBA Value Proposition

A European MBA can strategically reposition Korean professionals for accelerated global careers and long-term leadership potential.

From Meh to Memorable: Law School Personal Statements

A strong law school personal statement can be the difference between blending in and standing out. In this session, top Leland coach and Harvard Law alum Dylan M. will break down what separates forgettable essays from memorable ones and why many applicants miss the mark. You’ll learn how to craft a clear narrative, highlight your motivations for law, and avoid common pitfalls that weaken otherwise strong applications.

Consulting Resume Example

This resume is an example of a career consulting profile (pre- and post-MBA) recruiting for industry strategy & operations roles.

The PhD Interview Playbook: Strategy, Preparation, Confidence

PhD interviews can be intense, but the right preparation makes all the difference. This session is designed to help you approach PhD interviews with a clear strategy, strong preparation, and confidence in your research narrative. In this event, you’ll learn how to prepare for common interview formats, articulate your research interests and experiences effectively, and handle challenging academic questions with poise. We’ll also cover how to communicate fit with a program and faculty, and how to stand out in a competitive applicant pool. Whether you’re interviewing for your first PhD program or refining your approach, you’ll leave with practical frameworks and greater confidence.

5 Month Countdown to AMCAS Submission

With less than 6 months to go until AMCAS opening dates, come hear from a seasoned coach on how to maximize the next few months. We'll cover application strategy, timeline, and tips from someone with multiple school acceptances and 10+ program interviews.

The Clarity Compass: 5 Coaching Questions

This is a short, reflective workbook for high achievers navigating transition, burnout, or ‘what’s next’ moments.