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Resume & Cover Letter for IB Recruiting
In investment banking recruiting, your resume and cover letter are often the first (and only) chance to make a strong impression. In this workshop, Aaryan P.—an incoming Investment Banking Summer Analyst at J.P. Morgan with experience recruiting at top firms like Moelis, PJT Partners, and Guggenheim—will share how to craft application materials that get noticed.
The Five AI Collaboration Modes
Learn the five main ways to collaborate with AI—Clarifier, Sparring Partner, Synthesizer, Editor, and Orchestrator—to enhance productivity.
Drafting & Content Creation (Using Claude)
Learn how to create high-quality first drafts for emails, reports, and proposals using AI to structure and elevate your ideas.
Your Starter Pack for Med School Interviews
Preparing for medical school interviews can feel overwhelming—but with the right tools and strategies, you can walk in confident and ready to shine. In this session, expert coach Rasheca L. will break down everything you need to know to make a strong impression on interview day. By the end, you’ll have a clear starter pack of frameworks, practice techniques, and insider tips to help you stand out to admissions committees.
MIT Sloan: Overview and Application Breakdown
An overview of MIT Sloan and its application components.
Mock Case Coaching Session: A Look Inside the Black Box of Coaching
Ever wondered what really happens in a case interview coaching session—and how it helps candidates land offers at top firms like BCG, Bain, and McKinsey? In this event, you’ll get a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the process. Leland coach Jeremy S., a former Bain consultant who has helped dozens of candidates succeed in consulting recruiting, will run a live mock case session with his client Grant H., who recently secured a BCG internship. You’ll see the exact drills, feedback, and strategies that make case coaching so effective, along with the common pitfalls to avoid. Whether you’re gearing up for your first practice case or refining your approach for final rounds, this session will give you a clear picture of how to improve your own case performance—and why structured coaching can be a game-changer.
September Surge Series - Get Clarity (Part 1)
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. Get Clarity on What You Want Description: Kick off your job search with purpose. Learn how to define your career vision, identify your strengths, and set clear, motivating goals. We’ll share proven frameworks for self-assessment and values alignment—so you can focus your job search and feel confident about your direction.
MBA Interview Series: Chicago Booth
Jumpstart your Chicago Booth MBA interview prep with up-to-date insights and stage-specific strategies. As application deadlines approach, join expert coach Tim F. who will help you understand what’s expected, how to prepare, and how to stand out. You’ll learn about the format of the Chicago Booth interview, key evaluation criteria, and how to craft strong stories using frameworks, while balancing polish and authenticity. By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear action plan for your interviews—what to practice, how to outline your answers, and how to present your best self when your invitation arrives.
If You’re Admitted vs. If You’re Not – Next Steps and Growth Opportunities
• What to do immediately if admitted off the waitlist (next steps checklist) • If not admitted: reframing and reapplication mindset • How to carry lessons forward to strengthen next cycle applications • Managing timelines (deposits, deferrals, reapp deadlines) • Closing encouragement: progress > perfection
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.
Finding AI Opportunities in Your Own Work
Discover how to identify where AI can simplify, automate, or accelerate everyday tasks across your workflow.
Sales & Trading-Specific Tips
Advanced, S&T-only advice on technical questions, market knowledge, and desk-specific behavior that lands the offer.
Exercise: Map AI Opportunities in Your Workflow
Identify repetitive or time-consuming tasks and map where AI could save time or reduce friction.
MIT Sloan: Example Cover Letter
An example of a cover letter for the MIT Sloan MBA application.
S&T Recruiting Timeline
Don't miss the deadline. Get the critical month-by-month breakdown of when to apply for internships and full-time S&T roles.
September Surge - Make a Search Plan (Part 2)
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: Make a Job Search Plan Build a step-by-step, data-driven job search plan using my proven system. We’ll cover targeting the right roles and companies, balancing cold and warm outreach, setting weekly activity targets, and using tracking tools to optimize your search.
October Series - Managing a Job Search (Session 4)
Stop moving in the wrong direction! It’s easy to confuse being busy with making progress. Not all activity is created equal. Many job seekers spend hours applying blindly or scrolling through job boards. But this kind of busywork often leads to burnout and disappointment. The real trap is measuring effort instead of results. (Read that again). What matters is focusing on high-impact activities and tracking meaningful metrics. If you don’t, you risk throwing darts in the wrong direction and wondering why you’re not hitting the board. While you might get lucky with sheer volume and the law of averages, it’s ultimately the quality and direction of your activity that truly counts.
Demystifying GMAT Combinatorics (Combinations and Permutations)
Struggling with combinations and permutations? You’re not alone. Combinatorics is one of the trickiest parts of the GMAT Quant section—where even small missteps can cost big points. In this session, Josh B., a 15-year Manhattan Prep veteran and GMAT coach who’s helped over 1,000 students succeed, will break down combinations, permutations, and the logic behind counting problems in a way that actually makes sense. You’ll learn how to approach these questions intuitively, avoid common traps, and move faster without sacrificing accuracy. Whether you’re just starting GMAT prep or aiming for a top score, you’ll leave this session with clear frameworks, problem-solving techniques, and renewed confidence heading into test day.
Breaking Into VC: What It Takes to Launch Your Career
In this panel, Suzie M. and Katya E. will share what it really takes to land a role in one of the most competitive fields in business. You’ll learn how candidates stand out in the recruiting process, what firms look for beyond the resume, and the skills that set future investors apart. From sourcing and evaluating deals to building networks and demonstrating investment judgment, the discussion will cover the core qualities that matter most. Whether you’re coming from banking, consulting, tech, or just starting your career exploration, this session will give you actionable insights into how to position yourself for success in VC.
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Breaking into French Companies - Your Strategic Career Journey
Think L'Oréal, Chanel, Dior, Perrier, Cartier, and Airbus. These prestigious French brands represent just the tip of the iceberg in America's business landscape. Behind these household names are remarkable success stories like Sarah, who climbed from marketing coordinator to VP of North American Operations at a luxury goods company, Marcus who rose to General Manager at a major French aerospace supplier, and Elena who became Chief Strategy Officer at a leading French pharmaceutical subsidiary. What unites their journeys? They all grew through the ranks within French companies, embraced strategic assignments to France, and now enjoy sophisticated career paths with exceptional compensation packages that reward both performance and cultural adaptability. With French companies actively expanding their US operations and establishing new innovation centers across America, we're witnessing an unprecedented window of opportunity for ambitious professionals. Beyond the famous brands everyone recognizes, there are 5,400 French subsidiaries operating in the US, each offering significant professional opportunities for those who understand how to navigate their unique culture. French companies share one critical characteristic that sets them apart: they actively seek talented American personnel who can bridge cultures and they reward relationship-building with clear advancement paths and substantial compensation. Their approach combines French values of intellectual sophistication, hierarchical respect, and personalized leadership with appreciation for individual creativity and strategic thinking. What if this relationship-based, intellectually stimulating path to leadership is exactly your calling?
