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How to Develop Compelling Short and Long-Term Goals for UC Law School Applications
Crafting authentic and specific goals can make or break your UC Law School application. In this session, Brian B.—a seasoned law school admissions expert with 10+ years of experience reviewing thousands of applications—will walk you through how to articulate your career vision with clarity and purpose. Together, you’ll explore what “Clarity of Purpose” really means in the admissions context and how to translate it into your essays and interviews. Learn how to write convincingly about the type of law firm, government agency, or non-profit you aspire to join, and how to frame your long-term professional impact in a way that feels both ambitious and authentic.
LangChain and LangGraph for Beginners : Guided Lab
A guided lab to help developers learn the basics of LangChain and LangGraph.
Crack the IB Technicals: 10 Questions You Must Be Prepared to Answer
Get ready to master the core technical questions that consistently show up in investment banking interviews. In this session, we’ll walk through the 10 fundamentals—valuation, accounting, enterprise value, DCFs, accretion/dilution, and more—that every strong IB candidate must be able to explain with clarity and confidence. You’ll learn how interviewers evaluate your answers, what separates a solid response from a great one, and how to practice effectively so you can walk into recruiting season fully prepared.
Building the Foundations
Understanding The Process Before You Launch Your Journey
Strong Diversity Essay Samples
Reading examples will help generate ideas for topics, content, and structuring
Percentages and Statistics Problem Examples
This deck teaches percentage and statistics concepts for GMAT and GRE and includes example problems similar to those on the exam. Concepts and problems are explained in a video walkthrough by the author in "GMAT & GRE: Percentages and Statistics #1 [and #2]".
Work Time Proportions in the GMAT and GRE
This lecture reviews the work-time proportion questions seen on the GMAT and GRE.
Common Pitfalls to Avoid
Watch this guide to ensure you don't steer off course while drafting your experience/perspective essay
Law School Addendum Submission Checklist
Finished drafting? You're not done yet! Make sure to run through this checklist to ensure your addenda helps rather than hurts your application package.
Comprehensive Personal Statement Editing Checklist
The checklist is thorough for a reason. Perfection isn't easy, it takes time. Use this checklist to guide you on your journey.
From Zero to First Round: Understanding the IB Recruiting Journey
Breaking into investment banking is one of the most competitive and misunderstood recruiting processes out there. In this session, expert Leland coach and former BMO banker Alex B. will give a clear, honest overview of what it really takes to land that first interview—from networking and resume prep to understanding timelines and firm expectations. You’ll learn how to approach IB recruiting strategically, avoid common mistakes that derail candidates early, and build a step-by-step plan to stand out in an intensely competitive process. Whether you’re just starting to explore finance or gearing up for recruiting season, this session will help you navigate the journey with clarity and confidence.
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Breaking Into British Companies: Your Strategic Career Journey
Think BP, Shell, Unilever, Rolls-Royce, Diageo, and GSK. These prestigious British brands represent just the tip of the iceberg in America's business landscape. Behind these household names are remarkable success stories like David, who climbed from business analyst to Managing Director at a major British financial services firm, Rachel who rose to President of a British consumer goods subsidiary, and James who became Chief Commercial Officer at a leading British aerospace company. What unites their journeys? They all grew through the ranks within British companies, embraced strategic assignments to London and beyond, and now enjoy dynamic leadership roles with exceptional compensation packages that reward both innovation and commercial acumen. With British companies accelerating their US market expansion and establishing new innovation hubs across America, we're witnessing an unprecedented window of opportunity for ambitious professionals. Beyond the famous brands everyone recognizes, there are 4,500 British subsidiaries operating in the US, each offering significant professional opportunities for those who understand how to navigate their distinctive culture. British companies share one critical characteristic that sets them apart: they actively seek talented American personnel who can bridge markets and they reward entrepreneurial thinking with clear advancement paths and substantial compensation. Their approach combines British values of pragmatic innovation, collaborative leadership, and commercial excellence with appreciation for strategic agility and results-driven performance. What if this commercially-focused, relationship-driven path to leadership is exactly your calling?
What Good Looks Like - Associate Product Managers
A clear, practical look at the skills and habits that make great APMs — straight from a product leader.
How to Craft a Powerful Introduction
In this exercise, you'll try drafting several different introductions using the provided models. Find which style works best for you.
Harvard Law Transfer Personal Statement
A powerful transfer statement linking real-world tech policy experience to concrete goals in platform governance and law.
Writing Strong Statements for Graduate Applications: Purpose, Diversity, and Research
Your graduate application statements are a critical opportunity to show admissions committees who you are, what drives you, and how you’ll contribute to their program. In this session, expert Leland coach and former UC Irvine Program Director Bryan M. will guide you through crafting essays that effectively convey your purpose, highlight your unique perspective, and showcase relevant research or professional experiences. By the end, you’ll have actionable strategies to write statements that stand out and make a lasting impression on admissions committees.
How to Approach Grad School Essays and Personal Statements
Your essays and personal statements are some of the most important parts of your grad school application—and often the hardest to get right. In this session, Michael G. (Schwarzman Scholar) and Elijah D. (Gates-Cambridge), and Erika C. (UPenn M.S.) will walk you through how to craft authentic, memorable essays that make admissions committees take notice. By the end, you’ll have a clear framework for approaching your essays with confidence and a roadmap for writing compelling personal statements that stand out before deadlines hit.
What is an Experience/Perspective Statement and Do You Need One?
Start with this PDF to learn why law schools ask about your unique (i.e., diverse) experiences and perspectives.
STAR Response Worksheet
A guided worksheet to help you structure impactful interview answers using the STAR framework, highlighting your actions, results, and leadership in a clear, compelling way.
Getting Started: When & How to Use Addenda
Optional addenda can be used for a variety of purposes. This guide will help you figure out if you need to include one or more optional essays.
