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Negotiating the Offer: Negotiate the Offer & Close
Learn how to close a job offer negotiation with confidence. This guide gives you the language, strategies, and mindset you need to navigate the final steps and get the offer you deserve.
Negotiating the Offer: Compensation Research
Learn how to research and negotiate compensation. We'll show you how to find salary data, understand market rates, and use this information to get the offer you deserve.
Example: How This Essay Got Me Into Stanford Med School
An accepted student reveals the powerful personal statement that helped them get into Stanford, and breaks down how you can use a unique hook to tell your own story.
Veterans MBA Admissions Fireside Chat + Panel Discussion
This exclusive event is designed specifically for veterans or those currently in the military interested in pursuing MBA programs. Led by a distinguished panel of veterans who have successfully navigated their own MBA application journeys, this fireside chat offers a unique opportunity to hear firsthand experiences, learn proven strategies, and gain insider knowledge on how to showcase your military background and skills effectively. From translating your military service into a compelling story to leveraging your leadership experience, paying for your MBA, and more, the panelists will share actionable advice to help you stand out amongst fellow applicants. Leland is cohosting this event with Sitreps2Steercos, an incredible organization that was founded to help those in the military transition into top graduate programs and competitive career paths. Meet our panelists: Wyatt F, United States Military Academy, Warton MBA, US Army, helps clients write their "hero's journey" story for admissions committees, craft their resumes to make sure civilians understand their roles and impact, and nail the GMAT. Kelsey K, former M7 Admissions Director, partners with applicants to help them clarify who they are, what they want, and why they belong at the world’s best business schools. Alex S., Marine Academy, Ross MBA, US Army, alumni interviewer for Ross, expert MBA admissions coach for veterans and non-traditional backgrounds, has coached and prepped over 100+ people on MBA applications with a high rate of success.
Internship Application Strategies
Ready to land your dream internship? Learn proven strategies to craft a standout application that gets noticed by top companies.
Essay Analysis: What a Bad Essay Looks Like
Avoid common mistakes! This guide breaks down a cringe-worthy essay to teach you what not to do when writing your college applications.
Steps to Landing Academic Research Through Faculty Outreach
Build rapport with professors and land the research opportunities you want. This is the complete outreach checklist.
(May 2024) Efficient Study for Quant
Master quantitative subjects with less effort. Learn proven study techniques to ace your exams in math, finance, and other quant-heavy classes.
GMAT Official Practice Test 1 Walkthrough - Data Insights Section
A complete walkthrough of the Data Insights section from GMAT Focus Official Practice Test 1. Learn the strategies and mental shortcuts to ace every question type.
What Parts of the MBA Application Are the Most Important?
MBA admissions are holistic, but some elements carry more weight than others. Learn what to focus on to stand out and get into your dream school.
Chicago Booth: Interview Tips
Prepare for your Chicago Booth interview with key insights and proven strategies to impress the admissions committee and secure your spot.
2023-2024 Essay Prompts for the Top 10 MBA Programs
Get into your dream MBA program! We break down the example essay prompts for the top 10 schools.
Example of a Winning Kellogg Personal Statement - Leadership Amidst Uncertainty
A breakdown of an actual personal statement that got a deferred candidate admitted to the Kellogg School of Management, focusing on how they addressed the prompt to "educate, equip and inspire brave leaders who create lasting value."
Portfolio Personal Branding
Learn how to build a powerful personal brand and create a portfolio that gets you noticed. Stand out from the competition and land your dream job.
McKinsey PEI Template
Template for preparing McKinsey personal experience interview (PEI) stories
From Self-Doubt to Self-Belief: Overcoming Limiting Career Beliefs
Are you getting in the way of your own success? This workshop aims to help you identify and challenge the limiting beliefs holding you back from achieving your career potential. Through practical strategies and guided exercises, you will learn to reframe negative self-talk into empowering mindsets, fostering powerful self-belief.
Ace Your Product Cases: Mini Cheatsheet
Master the essential frameworks and strategies to nail your product mini-case interviews and land the job!
Top Unique Resources to Break into VC
A go-to list of books, newsletters, job boards, and communities to break into venture capital.
How to Land and Prep for McKinsey 2026 Interviews
Thinking about applying to McKinsey in 2026? Get a head start with this insider session featuring Angela C. and Samantha G., two experienced consultants who have successfully navigated the competitive recruiting process. They’ll walk you through what McKinsey looks for in candidates, how to strategically position yourself before applications open, and the best ways to prepare for both the personal experience and case interviews. You’ll leave with a clear roadmap, practical resources, and proven tips to maximize your chances of landing an offer.
Founder Playbooks: Growth Strategies for Early-Stage Startups
Building an early-stage startup is an exciting but daunting journey, especially when it comes to driving sustainable growth. From finding product-market fit to scaling operations and building the right team, founders face countless decisions that can make or break their trajectory. In this session, Renato V. (Founder and CEO of Parallel), Angela C. (Founder of Stanford’s Education Entrepreneurship Hub and Founder of instructiv) and John K. (Founder and CEO of Leland) will share proven playbooks for navigating the critical growth stages. You’ll gain practical insights on refining your go-to-market strategy, attracting customers, raising capital, and avoiding common early pitfalls so you can build a strong foundation and accelerate your path to success.
