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Stanford "What Matters Most" Reflection Questions and Tips

Master the Stanford GSB "What Matters Most" essay with these reflection questions. Discover your authentic story and define your impact.

Deferred MBA Example Resume – Consulting, Tech, and Leadership

Resume featuring top-tier consulting experience, strong academic performance, and leadership in pro bono and competitive extracurriculars, tailored for deferred MBA programs.

MBA Resume – Social Impact, Health, and Startup Leadership

Resume showcasing leadership across health equity, entrepreneurship, and consulting, with standout achievements in innovation, fundraising, and team building.

MBA Networking Template – Outreach and Follow-Up Tracker

A structured spreadsheet to plan, track, and personalize MBA networking efforts, including contact logs, follow-up reminders, and school-specific notes.

Example Marketing Leader Resume - Google, eBay, and More

A detailed look at an example resume that secured marketing leadership roles at top tech companies.

Kellogg Essay Example – Reclaiming Language, Culture, and Identity

A reflective essay on reconnecting with Iranian heritage through language, family, and self-determination—demonstrating resilience, growth, and a commitment to empowering others.

Tips and Tricks to Combat Test Day Nerves

Master strategies to calm your mind and perform your best on test day for the GMAT or GRE.

Transportation Tech Co. Mock Case Interview and Feedback

A full walkthrough of the Transportation Tech Co. case study, including an analysis of the problem, the solution, and specific feedback to help you improve.

How to Collect Feedback and Polish Your Essays

Learn how to get the right feedback on your essays to make them shine! We share expert tips for editing and polishing your writing.

HBS Example Essay – Breaking Cycles and Building Opportunity

A powerful reflection on overcoming systemic inequality, founding a nonprofit, and using impact investing to drive change for underrepresented communities.

How to Pivot Your Career and Get Hired

A step-by-step guide on how to talk about a career change in your resume, interviews, and professional network.

What Good Looks Like -PMs and Sr. PMs

A clear, practical look at the skills and habits that make great PMs and Sr PMs — straight from a product leader.

Myths and Tips About Chief of Staff Roles

What’s a Chief of Staff and why are these roles so popular now? The CoS role isn’t just for government anymore. These days, the important roles are everywhere. Join us to learn the real info about these roles from former 8x Chief of Staff Cherizza L. Cherizza’s been a CoS at Google, Stitch Fix, Intel, on campaigns and in non profits. She’s been in the room and she’s sharing the goods!

How I Got Into GSB and HBS Deferred

Curious what it takes to get into the most competitive deferred MBA programs in the world? In this workshop, join Kristen H., who was admitted as a deferred applicant into both Stanford GSB and Harvard Business School, as she shares the real story behind her journey and how you can craft a winning application of your own. ​From building a compelling narrative to navigating the unique challenges of applying while still in undergrad, Kristen will teach you through what worked, what she wishes she’d done differently, and what top programs are really looking for in deferred applicants. She'll also walk you through the key elements of a strong application, showing real examples of successful M7 admit essays. Whether you're just starting your research or deep into your essays, this session will leave you inspired and informed.

Why UChicago Essay – Economics, Research, and Community Engagement

A focused and well-researched supplemental essay outlining the applicant’s academic goals in development economics, interest in data analytics, and enthusiasm for UChicago’s research culture and civic-minded community.

Cool, Calm, and Laser-Focused: Tame Exam Anxiety

Exam performance isn’t just about preparation—it’s about managing pressure in the moment. In this session, you’ll learn practical strategies to control anxiety, sharpen focus, and stay composed before and during high-stakes exams. We’ll cover simple mental frameworks and routines you can implement immediately to improve clarity and confidence under time pressure. Whether you’re preparing for the GRE, GMAT, or another major test, you’ll leave with tools to perform at your best when it counts.

Pros and Cons of a Sales & Trading Career

Get the unvarnished truth on the compensation, exit opportunities, and intense demands before you commit to S&T.

Work Time Proportions in the GMAT and GRE

This lecture reviews the work-time proportion questions seen on the GMAT and GRE.