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Land a Role as an Tiktok APM - Applications Open Now
Curious what it takes to stand out in TikTok’s Associate Product Manager (APM) program? Join Dessy K., Hiring Manager at TikTok, for a session on how to position yourself for success in one of the most competitive early-career product roles in tech. Drawing on her experience hiring and mentoring PMs, Dessy will share what top candidates do differently—from crafting standout applications to acing interviews and communicating product sense.
How to Land a Consulting Offer from your MBA
Breaking into consulting from business school is one of the most competitive recruiting paths—but with the right preparation, it’s completely achievable. In this session, expert Leland coach who received offers from both McKinsey and BCG Rifat M. will walk you through the full MBA consulting recruiting process, from networking and resume prep to case and behavioral interview mastery. You’ll learn how to position your background, build relationships with firms, and stand out in a crowded field to land your consulting offer with confidence.
Investment Banking Recruiting - 5 Top Tips to Stand Out
Are you looking to break into investment banking as your next career move? Join Alejandro A., a seasoned investment banking and private equity professional, for an exclusive session where he will share essential strategies to help you stand out in the highly competitive recruiting process. With over 10 years of experience, Alejandro has worked at prestigious firms like Goldman Sachs, where he served as an Investment Banking Associate, and at Fanatics, as Director of M&A. He also co-founded Harbor Street Capital, a private equity fund, and has mentored over 200 students who have gone on to secure positions at top firms such as Goldman Sachs, Evercore, JPMorgan, and Morgan Stanley. In this event, Alejandro will provide insider insights into how to successfully navigate the investment banking recruitment process and stand out as a top candidate.
Getting Started with AI Automation Using n8n
Join Leland coach Solomon C, an automation expert who has helped thousands of people globally get started with n8n, AI + Automation and scale output using no-code and low-code tools. This fast-paced 45-minute session is designed to give you everything you need to get started: installing n8n, navigating the platform, understanding core nodes, and building your first functional automation.
Interview Prep Workbook
Use this workbook to organize your interview preparation, practice responses, and build confidence for any interview scenario.
Negotiation Prep Template
Use this template to organize your key talking points, goals, and strategies for a successful negotiation.
Columbia Business School: Essay Brainstorming Template
A template to help prospective applicants to Columbia Business School brainstorm essay ideas.
Mock Interview Practice
Real simulation exercises
Finish Strong
What Happens After You Submit?
Timeline & Project Management
Managing multiple schools
Waitlist Strategy
Updates, new achievements, school engagement
Pre-Departure Preparation
Visa, housing, networking, CPT prep
Course Conclusion
What You've Learn and What's Next
Accepted Stanford Common Application Essay
This was my personal statement that got be accepted to Stanford
Job Search Reflection Guide
A structured reflection workbook that helps career-transitioning professionals clarify what they want next in their career with guided exercises.
LinkedIn Cribsheet
A targeted guide that helps experienced professionals rewrite their LinkedIn profiles to better reflect their value, momentum, and career direction.
Hedge Fund Case Study
This real-world case study presentation was used successfully to secure a job offer at a credit-focused hedge fund. It demonstrates how to structure analysis, present investment ideas, and communicate insights effectively.
The AI Brainstorm Lab: Turn Any Idea Into 10 Better Ones
Discover how to use AI as your creative partner, not just your assistant. In this hands-on lab, you’ll learn how to generate, expand, and refine ideas using ChatGPT or Claude—whether you’re naming a project, planning a campaign, or trying to get unstuck. Outcomes: You’ll leave with 10+ new ideas generated live, a framework for evaluating and combining AI suggestions, and practical techniques for overcoming creative blocks and turning raw ideas into real concepts. Learning Objectives: *Recognize where AI can enhance creative thinking and idea generation *Use structured prompting techniques to expand, combine, and refine ideas *Apply AI brainstorming methods to generate actionable outputs for real projects
Building Your Recommender Packets for Grad School
Crafting strong recommendation letters starts long before your recommender begins writing—and a well-built recommender packet can make all the difference. In this session, a top Leland coach and dual HBS / HKS admit Reagan C. will walk you through exactly what to include, how to organize it, and how to make your recommenders' jobs easier while ensuring they highlight your strongest qualities. You'll learn what admissions committees look for, how to frame your achievements effectively, and how to set your recommenders up to write letters that truly elevate your application.
Behavioral Interview
STAR strategy + international context examples
