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Five-Step Motion for Effective PD Chats
Use this simple framework to prepare for performance discussions, articulate your value, and steer the conversation toward your desired outcomes.
Top Leland Coach Reviews MBA Coaching Process with New Oxford Admit
In this session, Leland coach Ben L. sits down with his former client, Greg R., to unpack how Greg built a standout MBA application and navigated the admissions process with confidence. You’ll hear firsthand what worked, what didn’t, and how strategic coaching helped transform his story into an acceptance at a top program. Through their conversation, you’ll gain actionable insights on crafting a compelling narrative, approaching essays and interviews, and avoiding the common mistakes that trip up even the strongest candidates. Whether you’re just starting your MBA journey or putting finishing touches on your applications, this event will give you the tools and inspiration to nail the process yourself.
Career Paths Beyond the Desk
Explore the lucrative and rewarding exit opportunities for S&T professionals, including hedge funds, private equity, and fintech.
The Career Accelerator: A Playbook for Your Job Search
This playbook is for job seekers looking to replace scattered applications with a structured, step-by-step system to find their next role. Students will learn to define their career direction, create a strategic search plan, organize their applications, and negotiate a higher salary to secure the offer they deserve.
Beyond the Basics: AI Resume Strategies That Land Interviews
This 45-minute session will show you how to use AI to transform your resume from a basic document into one that gets noticed, going far beyond keyword swaps or generic AI tools. We’ll work through examples, with guided opportunities for you to apply each technique to your own resume. We’ll cover: *The difference between generic prompts and role-specific, detailed prompts — and how to craft your own live in the session *Turning a career history or messy notes into a polished, professional draft you can use immediately *Rewriting bullet points to emphasize impact, metrics, and action verbs recruiters can’t miss *Condensing overly long sections without losing substance so your most important wins stand out
Top 5 Tips to Get Into IB
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.
September Surge - Tell Your Story (Part 3)
The “September Surge” is when hiring heats up, and I'm here to help you land your next role faster—with less stress and more confidence. Join my 4-part webinar series on Leland to unlock proven frameworks, actionable strategies, and a live demo of a leading job search app—trusted by high-achievers worldwide. Event Description: Prepare Your Documents Description: Master resume and LinkedIn optimization, cover letter writing, and personal branding. Get actionable tips for tailoring your materials to each opportunity, leveraging AI for editing, and using a task management management system to stay organized.
Round 2 MBA: What You Need to Do Between Now and the Deadlines
Round 2 MBA deadlines are just around the corner—and what you do in the next few months can make or break your application. In this session, you will learn how to prioritize your time, strengthen your materials, and fill any remaining gaps in your candidacy. Faisal K. brings admissions experience from Chicago Booth, Oren M. previously served in Wharton’s admissions office, and Jenny R. is a former Stanford GSB Admissions Officer—together, they’ve helped hundreds of applicants gain admission to top programs. You’ll learn exactly where to focus your energy—from refining your essays and securing powerful recommendations to polishing your resume and prepping for potential interviews. Whether you’re just starting your Round 2 applications or putting on the finishing touches, this session will help you create a clear, actionable plan to submit your strongest possible application.
Week 1: Thrive Worksheet
This worksheet is a supplement for Discovering Your Neurodivergent Strengths video.
Crafting Your Throughline
Distill your story into a central theme or “throughline” that ties together your experiences and goals.
One Month to Deadlines AMA: What do Admissions Officers Recommend?
You've been working hard for months now and the finish line is almost in sight. There is a lot of information out there, but you have burning questions that you want to ask Admissions Officers who have experience admitting applicants to every top business school around the world. Join Faisal and Christine! During this session, we'll cover all your questions in a live AMA ("Ask Me Anything") format. Everything from essays and application strategy to interviews and recommendations.
Common Questions & Response Frameworks
Common Questions & Response Frameworks
Leveraging Events & Resources
How to make the most of info sessions, AdCom events, and student panels to build your story.
Kellogg Essay Walkthroughs
Detailed breakdown of Kellogg's core essays, how to structure your responses, and what they’re truly assessing.
Sample Successful Personal Statements
Examples can spark ideas for style, structure, and content. Just remember, no two personal statements ever look the same.
GRE Algebra - Quantitative Comparison
In this review a coach walks through an example of a GRE quantitative comparison question involving systems.
MBA Recommendation Letter Example
MBA Recommendation Letter Example
Common Kellogg Interview Questions
A bank of common Kellogg-specific behavioral interview questions designed to help you practice articulating your experiences and demonstrate leadership.
Cambridge MBA | Application Essays
Successful admission with bursary scholarship
M7 MBA Applications: How to Tell Your Story
Are you applying to an MBA program at a top business school? Then you already know your essays are the most important part of your application. In this session, we’ll break down why essays matter so much to admissions committees, what they reveal about you beyond your resume and transcript, and how to craft a narrative that sets you apart. From writing a compelling “Why MBA” essay to tackling the community essay with authenticity and confidence, this event will give you a clear, structured approach to presenting your best self. I’m Mihir, your guide for this event. As an admit to both Columbia Business School and Chicago Booth, I bring firsthand experience and insider knowledge to help you stand out in your applications. With a background in Biochemistry, English, Business, and Computer Science, and professional stints at Capital One and Moderna, I offer a well-rounded perspective on crafting compelling applications. I’m thrilled to co-host this session with Claire, a Knight-Hennessy Scholar and Stanford GSB alumna. Claire has mastered the case interview process and earned a full-time role at Bain & Company, later moving into private equity and venture capital, and most recently global brand strategy at Nike. Her story highlights how mentorship, grit, and openness to opportunity can completely transform a career trajectory. By the end of this session, you’ll walk away with concrete strategies for structuring your essays, a framework for telling your unique story, and examples that highlight what works—and what doesn’t. Whether you’re drafting your first outline or polishing your final version, this workshop is designed to help you approach every essay with confidence and clarity.
