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Stanford GSB Essay: What Matters Most (Deferred)

An in-depth look at a compelling "What matters most to you, and why?" essay that helped a deferred candidate get into Stanford GSB.

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What if I Have to Write My Own Recommendation?

Asked to write your own letter of recommendation? Learn how to craft a powerful letter that gets you into your dream school.

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How to Write the Fuqua Community Essay

A top MBA admissions expert analyzes a successful essay for Duke Fuqua and breaks down how to answer the "community" prompt and showcase your "Team Fuqua" spirit.

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Inside the Resume of an Associate Product Manager at LinkedIn

See a real-world resume that led to a role as an Associate Product Manager at a leading tech company.

Musa K.

OET Speaking Task: Master the Stroke Sample with This Guide

Get clear strategies to ace the OET speaking task focused on stroke patient scenarios.

Morris O.

Michigan Ross Essay Examples for a Standout Application

See the actual essays that got one student admitted to the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business.

Matt R.

How to Tackle Technical Interview Questions Panel

Technical interviews often feel like the most unpredictable part of the product hiring process, but there are clear ways to prepare and stand out. In this panel, Leland coaches Zen L. (PM at AWS, former SWE at Amazon and Microsoft) and John K. (AI Product Leader at Microsoft, ex-BCG and Bank of America) will break down how to approach technical questions with structure, confidence, and clarity. You’ll hear firsthand how candidates are evaluated, what strong answers actually sound like, and how to stay calm under pressure when faced with unfamiliar problems. If you want to sharpen your thinking and improve your technical communication, this session is a must.

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PMM Case Study Frameworks: A Complete Guide

Master product marketing case studies with this complete guide. We break down the essential frameworks you need to ace your interviews.

Kevin A.

Slack PM Take-Home: Onboarding Case Study

Land your dream job at Slack! Practice working through this Senior PM take-home case study on improving user onboarding for a popular product.

Julia A.

Slack Take-Home: A PM's Response Deck

See this example of how a PM cracked the Slack take-home case study interview.

Julia A.

What Not to Include in the Additional Info Essay

Avoid the most common mistakes on the "additional information" essay, including using it as a third personal statement, making excuses for poor grades, or simply repeating information found elsewhere in your application.

Charles L.

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.

Hayley S.

"Tell Me About a Time...": Situational Question Guide

A comprehensive guide to answering behavioral and situational interview questions with the STAR method, with examples and tips for crafting compelling stories.

Charles L.

Letter of Continued Interest: How to Submit

Learn how to write and submit a compelling Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI) to a college after being deferred or waitlisted, including what to include, common mistakes to avoid, and where to send it.

Charles L.

How to Ask the Interviewer the Right Questions

Learn how to ask strategic, insightful questions during your interview that demonstrate your interest and help you determine if the company is the right fit for you.

Charles L.

How to Nail Your Med School Interview

A top medical school coach reveals the frameworks, tips, and mistakes to avoid to get accepted on the first try.

David V.

PA Program Admissions Guide

A comprehensive guide to the Physician Assistant (PA) program admissions process, including an overview of prerequisites, the application timeline, and crafting a compelling personal statement.