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Medical School Reapplicant Strategy Guide
Tips for reapplicants to medical school.
Michigan Ross Essays
These essays are from a successful candidate who was admitted to Ross.
Comprehensive Guide to Dental Specialties
A comprehensive guide to dental specialties.
High School Resume Example for Top CS College Apps
Sample resume for high school student
Cover Letter Mass Production Steps
Follow this guide to learn how to quickly and expertly adapt your cover letters for each job application.
Mock McKinsey Behavioral Interview (PEI)
Christina B. and Jeremy S. are two of Leland’s top management consulting coaches, and they’re teaming up to help you master McKinsey’s unique behavioral interview style called Personal Experience Interview (or PEI). Often underestimated, the PEI is one of the most pivotal parts of the consulting interview process. If you can tackle the PEI, you can likely ace any behavioral interview from any firm. Jeremy will interview Christina live. Learn what exceptional PEI performance really looks like from a former McKinsey hiring manager whose coaching helped 85% of candidates land MBB offers last cycle. We recommend this event whether you’ve kicked off your consulting interview prep process, or you're still deciding if consulting is for you.
Practice Case Study: BCG Analysis for AeroView
See how BCG helps AeroView choose between two satellite fleet options—balancing cost, flexibility, and market opportunity.
Casing Preparation Plan
Step-by-step roadmap to master casing—frameworks, math, and communication skills for top consulting firms.
UVA Darden MBA Admitted Essay Example
UVA Darden MBA Admitted Essay Example w/ Scholarship Award
MBA Recommendation Letter Example
MBA Recommendation Letter Example for M7 Admitted Applicant
Cracking the Common App: A College Admissions Panel
The Common App can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to tackle it alone. Join this session with Isamar V., former Assistant Director of Admissions at Stanford University, and Raina M., a Cornell University student. We’ll break down key parts of the application, offer guidance on how to approach each section strategically, and share insights to help your application stand out. From personal statements to activity lists and supplemental essays, this panel will offer practical tips, common pitfalls to avoid, and advice to help you move forward with confidence, wherever you are in the process.
Elevate Your Common App: Craft a Powerful Activities List
Are you applying to college and nervous about how to talk about your activities? Join Isamar, a former Stanford Admissions Officer, for this live workshop focused on helping you highlight your story through your activities list. This workshop will help you craft a powerful Common App activities list that showcases your unique interests and accomplishments beyond superficial activity descriptions. Learn 3 strategies to ensure that your application makes a compelling impression on admissions committees, captures your essence, and maximizes your chances of standing out in the admissions process. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your application! Who is leading the workshop? As a former Assistant Director of Admissions at Stanford, Isamar personally reviewed over 7,000 applications. As an admissions consultant, she coached students to gain admission to universities like Yale, Harvard, Stanford, UC Berkeley, Georgia Tech, UVA, Pomona, and more. She has supported both US and international students, as well as first-gen students. Isamar’s personalized, empathetic, and strategic approach ensures that your unique strengths and experiences shine through in your application. Her goal is for you to feel that you are applying as your best self, no matter where you’re applying. Isamar is a proud first-generation college graduate with a BA and EdM from Harvard, and an MBA from Oxford.
The Yale SOM Essays That Got Me Accepted
A deep dive into the essays that earned a spot at Yale School of Management. Learn how to craft a compelling narrative that stands out to admissions committees.
Acing Behavioral Questions with the CAR Framework
Use the CAR framework to craft compelling answers for behavioral questions. Tell a memorable story and showcase your skills to impress!
Master Your Career Story & Land the Job
Learn how to craft a cohesive, confident career narrative to ace interviews and stand out from the competition.
Resume Template
This resume template includes a community involvement section for MBA applicants who are highly involved in volunteering and want to visually highlight this in their MBA applications.
What To Think About When Thinking About College
These questions will help guide you in thinking about your college(s) "Fit." It's important to think about what matters to you outside the classroom, too, because most of your time at college is spent there.
MBA Recruiting Resume Guide
This resume guide is your strategic blueprint for standing out in the highly competitive MBA admissions process. Designed with input from top business schools and recruiters, it walks you through proven formatting, language, and content strategies that highlight your leadership, impact, and potential—ensuring your resume rises to the top of the pile. Whether you're just starting or refining a final draft, this guide will help you craft a one-page resume that speaks the language of top MBA programs.
Consulting Resume Basics Guide
This guide is your go-to resource for building a consulting-ready resume that gets noticed. Created with insights from MBB recruiters and industry insiders, it teaches you how to craft sharp, results-driven bullet points, highlight structured problem-solving, and present your experience with clarity and precision. Whether you're targeting top firms or boutique consultancies, this guide will help you frame your story in a way that aligns with what consulting recruiters look for—impact, analytical rigor, and leadership.
MBA Admissions Interview Question Bank
This comprehensive interview guide is designed to help MBA candidates reflect deeply, prepare strategically, and show up with confidence in admissions interviews. Covering key themes like leadership, self-awareness, collaboration, and program fit, this question bank equips you with the prompts top programs use to assess readiness and potential. Whether you're just beginning to prepare or refining your final mock, this resource will help you turn your experiences into compelling, authentic stories.
