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Harvard Masters and McGill PhD: AMA

Thinking about grad school but not sure how to navigate the admissions process? Join us for an open Ask Me Anything session designed to answer your biggest questions about applications, essays, interviews, and more. Led by an experienced grad school coach Haitham S., this session is your chance to get personalized insights on what admissions committees are really looking for. ​Whether you’re still deciding on programs, polishing your statement of purpose, or preparing for interviews, this AMA will give you clarity and direction.

Ask Me Anything: Entrepreneurship and Startups

Join us for an open Q&A with Rohit A., an experienced founder, startup advisor, and investor. Rohit will share candid insights from his journey building and scaling ventures, navigating fundraising, and working with early-stage teams. ​Whether you’re just exploring entrepreneurship or already building your own company, this is your chance to get personalized advice on topics like ideation, product-market fit, fundraising, hiring, and more. Bring your questions — no topic is off-limits.

Graduate to General Manager: 10-Year Path at European Firms in the US

Discover the hidden career accelerator that most US graduates never consider: European multinationals operating in America. The UK, Germany, and France alone - the top three countries for foreign investment in the US - operate 20,000 subsidiaries employing 3 million Americans, with foreign investment having doubled over the past decade. These companies offer a strategic path to senior leadership that bypasses the overcrowded competition at traditional US corporations. Learn from someone who lived this journey - going from engineering graduate to CEO of a French subsidiary in 14 years - and discover how proper planning and coaching can compress this timeline to just 10 years. Learning Objectives: You'll walk away with a clear understanding of why European companies prioritize developing American talent for leadership roles, the four critical success factors that distinguish high achievers, and the strategic importance of headquarters assignments in career acceleration. Whether you're a recent graduate or early-career professional, you'll leave with a concrete 10-year roadmap and the strategic framework to immediately begin positioning yourself for this accelerated leadership track.

Behavioral Interview

STAR strategy + international context examples

How to Approach Frameworks for New Product Development Cases

Lear how to build an effective framework for a new product development case. We'll walk through how to evaluate the product, market, and business feasibility.

From 309 to 324 | Tips to Improve Your GRE Score [8/30/2026] (Recording)

Are you aiming to boost your GRE score and secure a spot in a top MBA program? Join me for an insightful session on how I improved my GRE score from 309 to 324 and how you can too! As a London Business School MBA2025 alumni and Strategy Consultant at Accenture, I'll share my tips and tricks on how I prepared for the test (on top of a busy and unpredictable work schedule) to help you excel in your assessment. Whether you're targeting a traditional full-time MBA or just looking to enhance your GRE performance, this session is designed for you. Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP and secure your spot today!

HBS Short Answer Examples

A curated collection of successful short answer essay examples for Harvard Business School, showcasing effective strategies and authentic applicant voices.

HBS Recommendation Letter Sample: A Winning Profile

Explore a strong Harvard Business School recommendation letter highlighting exceptional performance, quick learning, quantitative expertise, and a commitment to team and organizational impact.

Silica Sand Case Interview Practice

Analyze market size, competition, and strategy in this mining-focused consulting case. Great for SPAC and due diligence prep.

The MBA Story Sprint: Build a Compelling Admit-Ready Narrative [8/18/2026] (Recording)

This workshop will help MBA applicants move from a fragmented set of stories/experiences to a clear, compelling admissions narrative. We’ll break down how to craft a story that connects your career history, leadership moments, future goals, and “why MBA” into a narrative that feels distinctive, credible, linear, and harmonious. You’ll leave with a practical framework for identifying your strongest themes, avoiding generic essay traps, and building an application that shows not only what you’ve done, but also who you are, how you lead, and where you’re going. My objective for livestream attendees is simple: to equip MBA applicants with a framework to unlock the strongest version of their story, then communicate it with clarity, confidence, and proof. If you are a professional applying to MBA programs in Round 1 or Round 2 (especially if currently in or looking to switch to strategy, finance, consulting, corporate, or operations post-MBA), this event is for you! This is free. It's live. It's 1 hour that will transform your application. Reserve your spot now while seats are available. **** About your Host Jimmy is a Tuck MBA graduate, corporate strategy executive, and former Management Consultant with 13+ years of experience shaping high-stakes presentations and stories for senior executives and boards. As an MBA admissions coach, he helps applicants uncover what makes them distinctive and turn their experiences, goals, and values into a clear, authentic, and compelling application story.

8 Steps to a Complete MBA App: 8) Essay Drafting & Finalize Application [7/2/2026] (Recording)

Applying to business school can feel overwhelming! You have dozens of moving pieces: essays, short answers, video content, resume, recommendations, outreach, research, and more. This is the final event of a structured 8-part MBA Identity Mapping series designed to take you from fragmented tasks to a clear plan of action. In this session, you will move from preparation to writing and turning your outlines into strong, authentic essays. These sessions walk you step by step through building one fully aligned MBA application. In every workshop, you will be assigned tasks to complete over the next two weeks, keeping you organized and accountable. By the end, you will have strong, authentic essays and a cohesive narrative that runs consistently through your resume, goals, recommendations, school strategy, and interviews. You are absolutely welcome to attend individual sessions if you only need focused help on a specific component(s) of your MBA application. This session moves your MBA application forward by turning your preparation and outlines into written application materials: • Learn an efficient strategy for drafting your essays. • Understand how to move from outline to draft without losing focus or structure. • Ensure consistency while avoiding repetition across essays, resume, and recommendations. • Prepare other written and recorded components of the application. This is the phase where all of your preparation comes together. Instead of starting from a blank page, you will be writing from a clear plan that reflects the work you have already done throughout the Identity Mapping process. The MBA Identity Mapping process has guided 100+ applicants into every M7 program, all other top 20 U.S. programs, and leading international programs including INSEAD, London Business School, IESE, Esade, Oxford, Cambridge, NUS, and more. Clients consistently describe it as transformative because it replaces scattered effort with forward momentum and strategic clarity. If you are ready to turn your preparation into polished application materials and move confidently toward submission, this is your final step in the series.

Sample Resume | Ex-McKinsey, Private Equity

This is an action-oriented resume template designed to help you stand out in competitive roles such as consulting, strategy, and finance.

GSB & HBS Admit: Letter of Recommendation Example

See a successful letter of recommendation that helped an applicant gain admission to Stanford GSB and Harvard Business School. Learn what makes a strong MBA recommendation!

Standing Out at OpenAI, Anthropic, and Beyond: The AI Skills That Land Offers [9/2/2026] (Recording)

Are you eager to break into the world of AI and land a coveted position at top companies like OpenAI and Anthropic? Join me, David, for an insightful session on the AI skills that make you stand out in this competitive field. With extensive experience in talent acquisition at leading tech firms such as Meta, Intuit, and Andreessen Horowitz, I have a deep understanding of what it takes to secure offers in AI careers. During this event, we'll cover essential job search strategies, interview preparation, resume building, and skill development tailored for AI roles. Whether you're interested in AI engineering, productivity, or creative applications, this session will equip you with the tools you need to succeed. Spaces are limited, so be sure to RSVP and secure your spot. I look forward to helping you navigate your path to a successful AI career!

Lumber Competition Case Interview Practice

Tackle a competitive lumber market case—analyze supply, pricing, and strategy to win the market share battle.

How to Secure Strong Letters of Recommendation

How to give your recommenders the tools, context, and strategy they need to advocate for you effectively.

Columbia MBA Essay Examples (Consultant / Corp Dev / ETA / LGBTQ)

Explore successful Columbia Business School essays that articulate career goals, demonstrate inclusive leadership, and highlight fit with the program's unique culture and NYC opportunities.

Example Resume - Current Law School Student Applying to BigLaw

See how this resume frames founding a zero-waste business, internships in energy and tech, and a legal fellow role to break into BigLaw.

What is Market Research?

Learn the fundamentals of market research, including key methods and how to use data to make smart business decisions and gain a competitive edge.