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Boston Consulting Group: Interview Prep

Overview of BCG’s interview process. Learners will master both the case and behavioral formats, understand what interviewers evaluate, and develop habits to stay calm, structured, and authentic throughout.

Why MBA & Why Here: How to Answer the Most Important Interview Questions [9/10/2026] (Recording)

Nearly every MBA interview starts the same way. "Tell me about yourself." "Why do you want an MBA?" "Why this school?" Three questions every candidate knows are coming — and yet these are the answers interviewers remember most, because they reveal whether you actually know your own story. As a Ross admissions interviewer, I've heard every version of these answers. The ones that work aren't the most polished. They're the most specific, the most connected, and the clearest about what the candidate actually wants. This session breaks down how to answer each one in a way that holds up under follow-up. Tell Me About Yourself: This isn't an invitation to recite your resume. It's the first signal of whether you can communicate with clarity under pressure. -What interviewers are actually listening for in your self-introduction — and it's not a timeline of your career -How to build a two-minute answer that orients the interviewer, sets up your story, and makes them want to ask more -The most common version of this answer and why it doesn't work Why MBA: The oral version of this answer is different from the written one — and most candidates don't adjust. -Why reading your goals essay out loud is not an answer to this question -How to make your Why MBA feel like a natural conclusion rather than a rehearsed pitch -How to explain Why Now? in a compelling way -What interviewers are listening for that your essay already addressed (and what they're listening for that it didn't) Why This School: Most answers to this question sound like the school's own brochure. Here's how to not be that candidate. -What "Why This School" is really asking — it's a fit and preparation question as much as an enthusiasm question -How to build a specific answer that can't be copy-pasted to a different program -What interviewers think when they hear a generic "Why" answer and what it signals about your application overall Holding Up Under Follow-Up: The three-question opener is just the beginning. Here's how to prepare for what comes next. -How interviewers probe the answers you just gave and how to stay consistent -What it looks like when a candidate's story doesn't hold together — and how to make sure yours does -How to practice these answers so they sound natural rather than rehearsed

How to Ace Master’s Interviews

Master’s interviews are your chance to bring your application to life and show why you’re a strong fit for the program. In this session, you’ll learn what interviewers are really evaluating, how to answer common questions with clarity and confidence, and how to communicate your academic goals, experiences, and motivation effectively. We’ll cover proven preparation strategies, common pitfalls to avoid, and tips for standing out across different types of master’s programs. You’ll leave with a clear framework and actionable guidance to approach your interviews prepared, polished, and confident.

Nourish to Flourish: Creating Resolutions that Stick

Are you ready to set resolutions that truly stick and lead to lasting personal growth? Join me, for "Nourish to Flourish: Creating Resolutions That Stick," where we'll explore effective goal-setting and mindfulness techniques to help you thrive in the new year and beyond. This event is designed to help you move beyond quick fixes and fad diets by creating achievable and sustainable health resolutions. Through practical strategies for mindful eating, balanced nutrition, and movement routines, you’ll discover how to turn fresh intentions into lasting habits that support your body and mind all year long.

LinkedIn Launchpad: Profile to Profit [8/11/2026] (Recording)

You're invisible to recruiters. Not because of your skills, but because of your discoverability. Recruiters don't browse profiles. They query them, filtering by skill, title, and location through Recruiter Seats. If your profile isn't a high-density match for their search, you don't exist in their results. Join me for LinkedIn Launchpad: Profile to Profit, a live workshop built around the 3 pillars that turn a passive profile into an authoritative brand: Discoverability The LinkedIn Skills Graph and how to hit the 50 targeted skills threshold that gets you ranked in recruiter searches. Positioning Why your profile is a landing page, not an obituary. The formula for headlines and how to transform it into magnetic search real estate. Networking The mindset shift from "favor" to "value" that turns cold outreach into real connections, and gets actual replies. We'll close with a profile audit, applying all three pillars in real time, plus your personalized 2026 roadmap for what comes next. Come ready to work. You'll leave with a rewritten headline, a strategically dense Skills section, and a clear plan for your profile.

From Idea to Published Book: A Roadmap for First-time Authors [9/15/2026] (Recording)

Most first-time authors don't have a roadmap — they have a manuscript and a lot of unanswered questions. This livestream is the roadmap. In 30 minutes I'll walk through the eight stages of writing and publishing a book — from deciding whether you have an idea worth writing, to what happens after the book is published. Each stage has key decisions that affect everything downstream. Miss one early and you pay for it later. I've been a writing partner on 27 published books — most with Wiley — on entrepreneurship, startups, venture capital, and leadership. I serve on the Editorial Board of Entrepreneur & Innovation Exchange (EIX), reaching 15 million readers annually. I have a Ph.D. in sociology from the University of Chicago and have published my own books with the University of Chicago Press. This session is free and open to anyone thinking about writing a book. Everyone who attends gets The Author's Roadmap: From Idea to Published Book — a one-page guide to the full journey.

Law School Week Kickoff [5/26/2026] (Recording)

Kick off your law school journey the right way: join us for an exclusive panel of law admissions experts who have been on both sides of the application process and know exactly what it takes to stand out. From crafting a compelling personal statement to navigating the LSAT and building your school list, they'll walk you through every stage with real, actionable advice you won't find anywhere else. This is the event that sets the tone for your entire application cycle, and you don't want to miss it.

Let's Connect: How Networking Uncovers Opportunities 

Career growth often comes from the conversations you have before an opportunity is ever posted. In this session, you’ll learn how effective networking actually works, from identifying the right people to reach out to, crafting authentic outreach messages, and turning casual conversations into meaningful professional relationships. We’ll focus on practical strategies to uncover hidden opportunities, build credibility over time, and network in a way that feels natural—not transactional. Whether you’re exploring new roles, industries, or long-term career paths, you’ll leave with a clear framework to network with purpose and confidence.

Law School Essays - Personal Statement vs. Optional statements: What Goes Where [8/19/2026] (Recording)

Navigating the nuances of law school essays can be daunting, especially when distinguishing between personal statements and optional statements. Join me, Kevin, for an insightful session where we'll delve into what goes where in your law school application. With a J.D./LL.M. from Duke University School of Law and extensive experience in admissions, I have guided countless students through the intricacies of law school applications. This session will equip you with the tools to strategically place your narratives and make your application stand out. Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot!

How to Optimize Studying for the LSAT

Studying for the LSAT is about more than putting in hours—it’s about studying smart. This session is designed to help you build an effective, sustainable LSAT study plan that maximizes improvement. In this event, you’ll learn how to structure your study time, prioritize question types, and use practice tests strategically. We’ll also cover common study mistakes, how to track progress, and how to adjust your approach as your score improves. Whether you’re just getting started or trying to break through a score plateau, you’ll leave with practical strategies and clearer direction.

Law School Essays - Personal Statement vs. Optional statements: What Goes Where [9/15/2026] (Recording)

Navigating the nuances of law school essays can be daunting, especially when distinguishing between personal statements and optional statements. Join me, Kevin, for an insightful session where we'll delve into what goes where in your law school application. With a J.D./LL.M. from Duke University School of Law and extensive experience in admissions, I have guided countless students through the intricacies of law school applications. This session will equip you with the tools to strategically place your narratives and make your application stand out. Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot!

RAG, LangChain & LangGraph: The Modern AI Stack

We’ll explore three technologies that are widely used when building applications with large language models: RAG, LangChain, and LangGraph. We’ll start with RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) and look at how AI applications can retrieve information from documents and other data sources to provide more relevant and grounded responses. From there, we’ll explore LangChain, including how it helps connect LLMs with data, tools, prompts, and other components needed to build useful AI applications. Finally, we’ll dive into LangGraph and see how it can be used to build more advanced, stateful workflows and AI agents that can take multiple steps, use tools, and maintain context throughout a task.

Breaking Through: How International Students Can Shine in U.S. College Admissions

Are you an international student dreaming of studying at a U.S. university? Join Kevin P. for an interactive session where he will demystify the American college application process and share tips on how you can stand out from the crowd. ​With over a decade of experience supporting students students across the world, he will guide you through the essentials—from highlighting your unique strengths to navigating key application steps and understanding what matters most to U.S. colleges. ​Topics include: - ​Application essentials - ​Standing out ​- Scholarships & visas

📢Ace MBA Interview Follow-Up Questions: The Dual Lens Prep Method [10/14/2026] (Recording)

▶ 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹. 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄-𝘂𝗽𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱. 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗻’𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗽. In many MBA interviews, the initial question is only the beginning. Interviewers may keep probing: Why did you make that decision? What was the hardest part? How did others react? What would you do differently? What did you learn? A strong first answer will only take you so far. You need to know your stories deeply enough to handle whatever comes next. In this live session, I will teach and demonstrate the Dual Lens MBA Interview Prep Method, a framework I developed to help applicants prepare from both sides of the interview: as the candidate answering the question and as the interviewer deciding what to ask next. Rather than memorizing more answers, you will learn how to prepare for the conversation behind the questions. ▶ You will learn how to: ◆ Anticipate the follow-up questions an interviewer is likely to ask ◆ Switch into the interviewer’s perspective and identify the gaps, decisions, tensions, and details they may probe ◆ Go several layers deep into one experience without sounding rehearsed ◆ Use mind maps to visualize where an interview conversation could go ◆ Record and evaluate your answers so your practice improves both content and delivery ◆ Turn individual stories into flexible material you can use across different questions and interviews ▶ What we’ll do live I will take one MBA interview story through multiple rounds of follow-up questioning so you can see the Dual Lens method in action. We will start with the initial answer, switch perspectives to brainstorm what an interviewer might ask next, answer one of those questions, and then repeat the process again. I will also show you how to map those branches visually and use structured self-evaluation to improve your responses. ✔ What you’ll leave with You will leave with a repeatable system you can use throughout your interview preparation, whether you are practicing alone, with a friend, or with a coach. You will also receive my Dual Lens MBA Interview Prep guide and self-evaluation chart so you can put the method into practice immediately. ▶ Register now and learn how to prepare for what happens after your first answer.

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.

Synergies vs. Dissynergies: What Really Drives Deal Value

Break down the key differences between synergies and dissynergies—and how each impacts success.

Leadership & Teamwork Questions

Showcase impact and collaboration with structured answers to these top leadership and teamwork prompts.

Sector Overview: Infrastructure & Security

Learn about Infrastructure and security, their sub-sectors, metrics, valuations, and VC must-knows.

Managing Difficult Stakeholders

Learn the different archetypes and how best to manage and work with different stakeholders

Understanding the Kellogg Interview Format

Overview of Kellogg’s behavioral interview and how it reflects the school’s culture and values.