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From Self-Doubt to Self-Belief: Overcoming Limiting Career Beliefs
Are you getting in the way of your own success? This workshop aims to help you identify and challenge the limiting beliefs holding you back from achieving your career potential. Through practical strategies and guided exercises, you will learn to reframe negative self-talk into empowering mindsets, fostering powerful self-belief.
Veterans MBA Admissions Fireside Chat + Panel Discussion
This exclusive event is designed specifically for veterans or those currently in the military interested in pursuing MBA programs. Led by a distinguished panel of veterans who have successfully navigated their own MBA application journeys, this fireside chat offers a unique opportunity to hear firsthand experiences, learn proven strategies, and gain insider knowledge on how to showcase your military background and skills effectively. From translating your military service into a compelling story to leveraging your leadership experience, paying for your MBA, and more, the panelists will share actionable advice to help you stand out amongst fellow applicants. Leland is cohosting this event with Sitreps2Steercos, an incredible organization that was founded to help those in the military transition into top graduate programs and competitive career paths. Meet our panelists: Wyatt F, United States Military Academy, Warton MBA, US Army, helps clients write their "hero's journey" story for admissions committees, craft their resumes to make sure civilians understand their roles and impact, and nail the GMAT. Kelsey K, former M7 Admissions Director, partners with applicants to help them clarify who they are, what they want, and why they belong at the world’s best business schools. Alex S., Marine Academy, Ross MBA, US Army, alumni interviewer for Ross, expert MBA admissions coach for veterans and non-traditional backgrounds, has coached and prepped over 100+ people on MBA applications with a high rate of success.
Top Unique Resources to Break into VC
A go-to list of books, newsletters, job boards, and communities to break into venture capital.
How to Choose an Essay Topic
A step-by-step guide to choosing a compelling and unique essay topic that highlights your strengths and personal story for college applications.
Master the Case: How to Structure Your Math
Learn a step-by-step method for structuring the math in your case interviews so you can solve any problem with confidence.
Make the Most of Your Time in College
Go beyond classes and learn how to make your college years a powerful launchpad for your career and life. We'll cover everything from academics to networking and personal growth.
Common Mistakes on Application Essays
Avoid the most common mistakes on your application essays and learn how to write a compelling narrative that stands out from the crowd.
Private Equity Resume Example - IB Background
See a resume that landed an offer at Onex Partners. Learn to craft a resume that gets you noticed for top private equity roles.
My Post-Consulting Resume That Gets Me Hired
See the resume that helped me transition from consulting to a top corporate strategy role. We'll break down the key skills and experiences.
MBA Application Fundamentals for Non-Traditional Candidates
Are you applying to business school with a non-traditional or non-business background? Are you intimidated by the application process, unsure on where to start, or just a little stuck on ways to communicate your experience? If so, this session is for you! During this event, we'll discuss some of the commonly-held assumptions among MBA class profiles, cover the ways non-traditional candidates can manage the expectations of admissions committees, and describe how differentiated experience can help your application shine! This course is taught by Laura N., a former MBA admissions committee member, pro admissions coach, and accredited member of AIGAC (Association of International Graduate Admissions Consultants). Laura has been an MBA admissions consultant for 16 years and has guided more than 500 clients towards admission to elite MBA programs, including HBS, Stanford, Wharton, and more.
(Jun. 2025) GMAT Verbal: Expert Strategies for Success
Verbal expert Nick V. is excited to walk you through the GMAT Focus Verbal section and share expert strategies to help you improve your score. As an expert coach on the platform, Nick specializes in Verbal Reasoning & Analytical Writing - he also scored a 790 on the old GMAT.
PM Coffee Chats: How to Network Like a Pro
Whether you're breaking into product or leveling up, networking can open doors that resumes alone can't. But not all coffee chats are created equal. In this practical session, join Julia P. (PM at MongoDB) to learn how to approach PM networking with intention, so you’re not just asking for advice, but building real relationships. She will walk through how to reach out cold, structure a conversation, and leave a lasting impression - plus how to follow up without it feeling awkward or transactional. If you want to make the most of PM networking and turn chats into opportunities, this session is for you.
McKinsey PEI Template
Template for preparing McKinsey personal experience interview (PEI) stories
Internship Application Strategies
Ready to land your dream internship? Learn proven strategies to craft a standout application that gets noticed by top companies.
Figjam
Learn how to use FigJam for brainstorming, collaboration, and planning. Take your team's creative process to the next level.
(May 2024) Efficient Study for Quant
Master quantitative subjects with less effort. Learn proven study techniques to ace your exams in math, finance, and other quant-heavy classes.
Portfolio Personal Branding
Learn how to build a powerful personal brand and create a portfolio that gets you noticed. Stand out from the competition and land your dream job.
Ace Your Product Cases: Mini Cheatsheet
Master the essential frameworks and strategies to nail your product mini-case interviews and land the job!
Product Behavioral Cheatsheet
Cheatsheet to help you ace your Product Manager Behavioral Interview Questions.
Getting Into a Top MBA Program: Strategies for Success
An overview session covering key tactics for building a standout MBA application—from defining your story and choosing schools to optimizing each component for maximum impact.
