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Win on LinkedIN with Claude and Apify [7/9/2026] (Recording)

Unlock the power of LinkedIn with AI! Join me, as we explore how Claude and Apify can revolutionize your LinkedIn strategy. With my experience in AI research and development, and a background in creating tailored automation solutions, I'll guide you through the fundamentals of AI agents and research, and how they can be leveraged for content and creative marketing. Whether you're looking to enhance your growth marketing strategies or streamline organizational processes, this session will provide you with the insights you need to succeed. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your LinkedIn presence with AI. Secure your spot today!

MBA Essay Bootcamp: How to tell a story no other applicant can [6/18/2026] (Recording)

Unlock the secrets to crafting an unforgettable MBA essay with our MBA Essay Bootcamp! Join me, Hanie, as we dive into the art of storytelling that sets you apart from the competition. With my background as a Schwarzman Scholar at Tsinghua University and an MBA graduate from Columbia Business School, I bring a wealth of experience in admissions and essay crafting. In this session, we'll explore how to weave your unique experiences into a compelling narrative that resonates with admissions committees. Whether you're just starting your application journey or looking to refine your essays, this bootcamp is designed to elevate your application strategy. Spaces are limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot and take the first step towards your dream MBA program!

Numbers You Should Test in Quantitative Comparisons [8/27/2026] (Recording)

Quantitative Comparison questions can look deceptively simple, but the fastest way to solve them is often knowing which values to test and when. This session is for GRE test takers who want to solve Quantitative Comparisons faster, avoid unnecessary calculations, and recognize the patterns that make these questions easier. You'll learn which numbers are most useful to test, how to choose them strategically, and how to quickly determine whether a relationship always holds. Join live to hear from a GRE expert who scored a perfect 340. The speaker will walk through practical examples and share the testing strategies that top scorers use to eliminate answer choices and solve tricky comparisons more efficiently. Expect techniques you can immediately apply to your GRE prep.

Admissions Insights Part 3: Build a Compelling Narrative for Grad School Apps [7/20/2026] (Recording)

What makes a compelling narrative for grad school applicants with non-traditional backgrounds? Join me as I break down some of my insights in is Part 3 of this Admissions Insider Series, where I share my perspective as a former AdCom member of Carnegie Mellon University's MSCF program (the #3 financial engineering master's in the US). I'll also share what I've learned coaching 500+ applicants to graduate programs, including students admitted to Stanford, Yale, Duke, Columbia, UChicago, Cornell, and others. Spaces are limited, so be sure to RSVP and secure your spot today!

Ask Me Anything! Applying for PhD Programs, with a Harvard PhD Student [9/9/2026] (Recording)

Applying for PhD programs is intimidating for even the most confident would-be academics. Come to my AMA to discuss any part of the process, from whether a PhD is right to you to deciding between offers. I have seen what works and doesn't work in the admissions cycle, and look forward to answering your questions!

GSB Final Pass: Making Your Stanford MBA Application Unmissable [9/3/2026] (Recording)

I worked at Stanford GSB for 17 years, including as an admissions director. This session is for Stanford GSB applicants who have a full draft and want to make sure it lands with the admissions committee. We'll discuss each element of the application and identify high priority objectives. You'll leave with a clear checklist for your final revision pass — what to cut, what to sharpen, and what to leave alone. Built for applicants in the last stretch before the deadline

Admissions Insights Part 1: Should You Go to Grad School? [7/9/2026] (Recording)

Are you contemplating whether grad school is the right path for you? Ask yourself these 5 questions first. This is Part 1 of my Admissions Insider Series, where I share my perspective as a former AdCom member of Carnegie Mellon University's MSCF program (the #3 financial engineering master's in the US). I'll share what I wish I knew about my own Master's program, as well as what I've learned from coaching 500+ applicants to graduate programs, including students admitted to Stanford, Yale, Duke, Columbia, UChicago, Cornell, and others. Spaces are limited, so be sure to RSVP and secure your spot today!

Custom MCP Server Architecture for Personal AI Assistance [8/3/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you'll know how to design and deploy a custom MCP server that acts as a persistent, context-aware layer for your personal AI workflows. We'll cover how to structure server architecture for reliability, how to pass meaningful context between sessions, and how to avoid the common configuration mistakes that make personal AI tools fragile in practice. Attending live means you can describe your specific setup and get a direct answer about whether your architecture choices make sense, something a recording cannot replicate. The coach works on AI tooling infrastructure daily, and this session reflects how they actually think through system design decisions, not a simplified version of it.

Beating Burnout: TEAM LEADER EDITION | Johns Hopkins & Harvard Coach-PhD [9/30/2026] (Recording)

Somewhere along the way, ambitious leaders were sold a lie: that success requires sacrifice, and that if you're not running on empty, you're not working hard enough. I've spent my career as a coach-scientist and I trained at Johns Hopkins, Harvard, and Emory. In this live session, I'll break down: 1) The connection between wellbeing, leadership effectiveness, and long-term, sustainable success for you and your team. Burnout is a systems issue! 2) Where coaching starts to protect your energy and support better team functioning. 3) We'll close with live Q&A, so come with questions about staying at your best without burning out. You'll leave with a new way to think about wellbeing. It's now what you earn once the work is done, it's the thing that makes work sustainable for the entire team. Event Title: Beating Burnout Without Sacrificing Success Format: Live virtual session with audience Q&A Audience: Leaders, executives, and professionals seeking sustainable high performance Session Includes: Expert insights, a practical roadmap supported with coaching, and live Q&A

The Importance of Storytelling in Business Analytics [9/21/2026] (Recording)

Unlock the power of storytelling in business analytics with our upcoming event! With a background in engineering and statistics from Texas A&M University and hands-on experience at top companies like IBM and Morgan Stanley, I bring a wealth of knowledge in transforming complex data into compelling narratives that drive business decisions. In this session, I will go over two instances where my storytelling ability helped me stand out and how I formulated my approach. This is a highly transferrable skill and one that has helped me secure multiple roles, see you at the event!

Way Too Early: Top 7 Things to Do as a Deferred MBA Applicant [8/19/2026] (Recording)

Think it's too early to plan for a deferred MBA? It's not, because the students who start now develop an unmistakeable edge. Deferred MBA programs at HBS, Stanford GSB, Wharton, and other top schools let college seniors lock in a business school seat before starting their careers, and acceptance rates favor those who prepare early. This session is built for rising college seniors (and their parents!) who want to understand the deferred MBA landscape before the fall semester chaos begins. In 45 minutes, you'll get my "way too early" Top 7 action list: the concrete things to do the summer before senior year to set up a winning deferred application. We'll cover: which schools offer deferred admission and how the programs differ, how to think about GMAT/GRE timing, what makes a compelling early profile, how to use senior year strategically, and the mistakes I see applicants make when they wait too long. We'll close with plenty of time for live Q&A (parents' questions welcome.) Whether you're just starting to wonder about the deferred MBA or already building your school list, you'll leave with a clear, prioritized roadmap for the year ahead.

Ask me anything: Job Searching in a Challenging Job Market [9/28/2026] (Recording)

The job market is challenging right now. Job searches are taking longer and old approaches aren't working the way they used to. It's a long game. So having the right mindset and strategies are even more important. In this "Ask me anything," we'll be talking about: - Job search mindset - Finding purpose - Job search networking - Thoughts for career pivoters - Avoiding burnout - Interview prep ... and any other job search topics that come up.

Inside the Interview Room: Live McKinsey Case, Ex-McKinsey & HBS MBA

⏱ Timestamps 00:00 Welcome & introductions 14:08 Why smart people still fail the McKinsey case 17:22 The 4 things your interviewer is scoring 19:04 Live case: XYZ Holiday Parks 59:55 Next steps The McKinsey case interview is one of the highest-stakes 45 minutes in consulting recruiting. Most candidates walk in without ever having seen what the interviewer is actually scoring. In this live session, I'll walk you through a real McKinsey-style case from start to finish. Clarifying questions, structure, data analysis, the math, and the recommendation. Along the way I'll show you what McKinsey interviewers are really listening for at each stage. The things that separate a good answer from a great one, and where most candidates lose points without realizing it. I've been on both sides of the table. I worked at McKinsey across Johannesburg, New York and San Francisco, did my MBA at Harvard, and I've coached friends and classmates into McKinsey, BCG, Bain and other top firms. Whether you've got an interview in three weeks or you're just starting to think about consulting, you'll leave with a clear picture of how MBB interviews actually work and a much sharper sense of what your own prep should focus on next. One thing worth checking before you post: YouTube only auto-links timestamps into clickable chapters if the first one starts at 00:00 and there are at least three total, both true here, so this should render as a proper chapter bar under the video. No dashes or brackets needed, just time then a space then the label.

Ask Me Anything about TPM role, Project Management, Role pivot [10/14/2026] (Recording)

Get to know me more as a Technical Program Manager. I will answer questions around ramping up as a Technical PM when you have limited/No Tech background, pivoting between consultant and full time role.

I Didn’t Get an IB Internship - What Do I Do Now? [10/15/2026] (Recording)

Not getting the IB internship you wanted can feel like you’ve fallen behind, but it doesn’t mean your path into investment banking is over. There are still ways to build relevant experience, strengthen your candidacy, and position yourself for the next recruiting cycle. This session is for students who missed out on an IB internship and want a clear plan for what to do next. You’ll learn how to make the most of the experience you can get, strengthen your resume, and put yourself in a better position for future IB opportunities. Join live to hear from an IB expert with deep career services experience at UC Berkeley’s elite Master of Financial Engineering program, a leading pipeline for investment banking talent. The speaker will share practical strategies for recovering from a missed internship opportunity, building relevant experience, and approaching your next recruiting cycle strategically. Bring your questions and leave with a clearer roadmap for getting back on track toward an IB offer.

Top 5 Tips for Your Law School Apps by Indrani, Former SLS Admissions Officer! [8/26/2026] (Recording)

Join Indrani, former Associate Director of Admissions at Stanford Law School, as she goes over her top 5 tips to help you put your best foot forward as you apply to law school! A great law school application requires research, authenticity and hard work, and Indrani will help you strategize. She will go over the importance of the LSAT, putting together a thoughtful school list, who should submit letters of recommendation, how to go about writing your essays and the optimal timeline for getting it all done! The session will end with ample time for questions and answers.

How to Get the Coffee Chat [8/20/2026] (Recording)

Nobody replies. That is the whole problem, and it is usually fixable. This is the outreach primer. Before you send anything, look at what the banker sees when your request lands. A LinkedIn with no photo and no school reads as someone there is no reason to take seriously, and the request gets declined. No resume in the thread and they may not bother taking the chance on you. Then the email itself. Who you are, one specific reason you want this person, three windows, resume attached. Under five sentences. The windows have rules people break constantly, and breaking one of them costs you the contact. What we'll cover: - Which channel to use first, and why the school or club pipeline beats a cold email - What a banker sees before deciding whether to take your call - The five sentence email, and the one specific reason that has to be in it - The rules for offering times, including the one that burns the contact - When to follow up, and the line between persistence and pestering - The referral email, and why it is the easiest one you will ever send Have a tricky networking situation? Book a free 15-minute intro and we will talk it through. Part 2 of Coffee Chat Ready, a six part run on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Each one stands alone, so jump in anywhere. I'm the founder of OFFERGOBLIN and ex-Centerview tech.

Write On! Top Tips for LSAT & Other Academic Essays [9/1/2026] (Recording)

Professional writer, editor and writing coach Karin McKie will share quick tips to generate dynamic personal statements for college or graduate school applications like the LSAT plus any type of academic or business writing.

AADSAS is Open--Lets Talk Strategy! [6/22/2026] (Recording)

Are you gearing up to submit your AADSAS application but feeling unsure about the final touches? Join me for an insightful session focused on perfecting your dental school application. With over two decades of experience in prehealth advising and admissions at prestigious institutions like Columbia University and Fordham University, I've guided countless applicants to success. During this event, I'll share key strategies to enhance your application and ensure it stands out. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and boost your confidence before hitting submit. Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot!

Get into T-3 Law Schools | Harvard Law School Admit [9/25/2026] (Recording)

Join me in conversation about getting into HLS and the T-14! Come with any questions you may have as you compile and prepare to apply this cycle.