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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.
Chicago Booth: Interview Tips
Prepare for your Chicago Booth interview with key insights and proven strategies to impress the admissions committee and secure your spot.
Public Sector and Non-Profit Cases
A guide to handling public sector cases, which can be any case type. It covers key considerations, constraints, and how to apply business frameworks.
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.
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.
How to Stand Out in the MBA Applicant Pool
Differentiate your story, showcase impact, and craft an application that grabs top programs’ attention.
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.
Essay Writing Best Practices
Learn the best practices for writing a compelling application essay, from brainstorming to drafting to polishing your final submission.
An Example of a Kirkland & Ellis Cover Letter for their Energy Practice
Learn how to translate sustainable entrepreneurship and renewable energy experience into a compelling narrative for a top law firm's corporate practice.
GRE Geometry: Master the Essential Concepts
Conquer the geometry section of the GRE! Learn the key formulas and strategies you need to solve every problem with confidence.
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.
GRE Text Completion
Boost your GRE score with these Text Completion strategies! Learn how to analyze context clues and pick the perfect words to fill the blanks.
Adapting your Leadership Style
Learn how to tailor your leadership approach to any situation. We cover different leadership styles and provide actionable tips for becoming a more effective leader.
Enhance Your Visibility & Build Relationships
Learn to boost your professional visibility and build meaningful relationships. We share networking strategies that will help you stand out and get ahead in your career.
How to Negotiate a Higher Salary
Learn the proven strategies to negotiate your salary, from the initial conversation to closing the deal with a higher offer.
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.
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.
Crushing Vocab in the GRE
Tired of flashcards? Learn a proven system to master high-frequency GRE vocabulary, boost your verbal score, and get into your target program.
Negotiating the Offer: Negotiate the Offer & Close
Learn how to close a job offer negotiation with confidence. This guide gives you the language, strategies, and mindset you need to navigate the final steps and get the offer you deserve.
Time Management 101
A beginner's guide to mastering time management, with proven strategies for prioritizing tasks, setting goals, and avoiding procrastination to boost your productivity and reduce stress.
