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Spotting Bias & Building Fairness in AI
Discover how to identify and reduce bias in AI-generated content and workflows.
Seeking and Applying Feedback Effectively
Transform vague critiques into actionable insights and build a clear plan for closing skill gaps that are holding you back.
Stress Management
Get practical, actionable strategies used by top-tier consultants to proactively manage project pressures and maintain mental resilience.
Craft Winning Cover Letters & Resumes for PE: How to Tell a Deal Story
In private equity recruiting, your deal experience is your story—and how you tell it can make or break your candidacy. In this workshop, James W.—a Wharton MBA with experience as an M&A attorney at Kirkland & Ellis and Paul Weiss, an investment banker at Guggenheim Securities, and a private equity operator at GenNx360—will walk you through how to craft resumes and cover letters that showcase your deal experience with clarity and impact. Having sat on every side of the table, James will share what recruiters and hiring managers actually look for, how to structure your deal descriptions, and how to highlight the strategic thinking behind your work. Whether you’re recruiting for your first on-cycle role or positioning yourself for a post-MBA move, this session will give you the insider perspective and tools to stand out in the competitive PE hiring process.
Consulting referrals aren’t luck, they’re strategy
Learn how to find the right consultants, reach out to them personally, and build real relationships that lead to referrals and interviews.
No one owes you a referral. Earn it
Learn the biggest networking mistakes and how to build trust with MBB consultants without seeming fake or desperate.
Research & Information Gathering (using Perplexity)
Explore how AI compiles and organizes data or articles into concise, trustworthy summaries.
Responsible AI Frameworks and Laws at a Glance
Review major frameworks and regulations shaping responsible AI practices.
Want MBB consultants to respond?
Write emails that people actually read. Learn to personalize messages, create subject lines that work, follow up without being annoying, and use your resume smartly.
AI Job Market Noise, Networking Strategies & Referrals
Examines challenges posed by imprecise AI job listings and teaches targeted networking practices, referral system insights, and rapport-building with insiders, plus an assignment to initiate connections and refine messaging.
Personal Capacity and Stretch
Learn how to accurately gauge your workload limits and push for growth without crossing the line into chronic burnout.
Build a 90-Day AI Roadmap
Plan your first AI pilot, define metrics, and set a timeline for measurable progress.
AI and Your MBA Application: Do’s and Don’ts for School Research
Thinking about using AI tools to streamline your MBA school research and networking strategy, and want to do so efficiently and ethically? Join me, M, for a practical and candid session designed to help MBA applicants use AI as a powerful tool for uncovering insights, identifying fit, and guiding meaningful outreach, all while staying focused on authenticity and personal reflection. This session will show you how to integrate AI into your research process, without relying on generic outputs or missing key personal connections. Learn how to craft strategic prompts that help you dig deeper into program offerings, find school culture and values that align with your own, and uncover talking points for essays, interviews, and outreach. I’ll share examples of weak vs. strong AI prompts and how to adapt AI outputs into meaningful, human communication.
How to Network (And Enjoy It!)
A 2-page guide on how to network (and enjoy it!), with concrete steps on how to ask questions, listen actively, and share about yourself.
Not sure who to network with? Start here
Learn who to contact first, how to use your existing connections, and when to reach out for the best results.
Walk through of AI Company Landscape with Live Examples
In this live guided walkthrough, we'll walk through Bessemer's AI market map to understand the entire landscape of how these AI companies operate together, and talk about different considerations in taking jobs in different parts of the AI stack.
Forward-Deployed Engineers & AI Services-Led Growth
Explores the FDE role in detail: client-facing integration, technical implementation, rapid prototyping, and serving as a bridge between engineering and GTM, supported by insights from a16z and industry examples. Assignment encourages role research and personal reflection.
Understanding the Formal PD Cycle
Decipher the annual review process, from goal-setting to calibration, to strategically position yourself for promotion and recognition.
Nail the Consulting Case Interview
Cracking the consulting case interview is one of the biggest challenges in landing an offer at firms like McKinsey, Bain, and BCG—but with the right strategy and mindset, you can stand out from the competition. In this panel, expert Leland coaches Casey L. (BCG consultant, Andrew H. (Associate Partner @ Bain), and Alan W. (former McKinsey Engagement Manager) will share insider insights from both sides of the interview table. You’ll learn what top firms are really testing for, how to structure your approach, and how to deliver confident, polished answers under pressure.
Working Effectively with Your Supervisor
Master the art of managing up, ensuring clear communication, and securing the guidance you need to thrive on your project.
