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In this episode, we discuss: MIT Sloan’s one-semester core curriculum Optional certificate programs and how students personalize the MBA LEAD Week and leadership development Action Learning Labs and hands-on learning at Sloan Cross-registration across MIT and Harvard MIT Leaders for Global Operations, or LGO AI, analytics, and relevance in the MBA curriculum Why global diversity matters deeply to MIT Sloan Core elements of the MIT Sloan MBA application What makes a strong Sloan cover letter How to use AI responsibly in MBA applications Tips for the “Introduce Yourself” video How applicants should approach the organizational chart Why now may be a great time to join MIT Sloan

What Really is Test Anxiety? Is Test Anxiety Always a Bad Thing? Treating Test-Taking Like a Sport Building an Effective Pre-Exam Routine Breaking Negative Thoughts Before the Test Two Ways to Manage Test Anxiety Building Awareness, Focus, and Mindfulness Developing Mental Skills Through Consistency Where to Begin Managing Test Anxiety

Important Medical and Informational Disclaimer Effects of Adderall and Ritalin Addressing Brain Fog and Deficiencies Efficacy of Omega-Three Supplements Balancing Alertness with Caffeine Intake Hidden Risks of Taurine Drinks Navigating Over-the-Counter Nootropic Blends The Final Verdict on Supplements Managing Anxiety with Beta Blockers Identifying and Evaluating Cognitive Struggles Understanding Standardized Testing Accommodations

Student #1: 255 to 655 Student #2: 350 to 710 Student #3: 535 to 635 (Q69 to Q82) Student #4: 505 to 705 Student #5, 530 to 740 Student #6, 1st Percentile to 90th Percentile in Verbal

What Makes Michigan Ross Different Action-Based Learning and MAP Project The Advantage of Ann Arbor AI in the Ross MBA Curriculum Ross’s Strength in Consulting Trends in Tech Recruiting Using AI in MBA Applications: What Ross Thinks What the Best Essays Look Like Ross MBA Interview Process Application Evaluation Process Who Is the Right Fit for Michigan Ross

Is an MBA interview like a job interview — or something completely different? Can you (and should you) script your answers? Does a tough interview mean bad news? What a great MBA interview feels like The real traits AdComs are evaluating Differences between AdCom-led and alumni interviews Practical prep advice and post-interview etiquette Tips to stay calm, confident, and authentic

Recent Policy Changes to US Student (F1) Visa New Mandatory Social Media Reivew Requirement Contradictory Information on Visa Form vs on LinkedIn Profile Reduction in the Validity Perriod of Student Visas Changes to Visa Interview Locations Should you remove controversial social media posts Pre interview Documentation Why Visa Officers Sometimes Do Not Look at your Documents Proof of Funding Does School’s Reputation Matter in Securing a Visa? The Role of Career Plans & Ties to Home Country The Interview, What Visa Officers Want to Know 3 Things Visa Officers Evaluate in the Interview Red Flags in Interviews When & Why Should One Hire Immigration Attorney What If Your Visa is Not Approved

Can GMAT Truly Make or Break Your Admission Chances? What If Your GMAT Score Is Lower than School’s Average? When It Makes Sense to Re-Take the GMAT and When It Doesn’t When the GMAT Is a Strong Gift GMAT vs GRE Has GMAT Regained Dominance Post-Covid? Are There Cut-Offs for GMAT Scores? What’s a Good GMAT Score for Myself? (Precise Decision Framework) Profile Roast Segment - #1 Canadian Banker Targeting M7 B-Schools #2 Indian Finance Entrepreneur

The Impact of Big Companies on Resume How AdComs Compare Candidates from Big vs. Small Companies How BSchools Form Their MBA Class What’s the First Thing AdComs Look in Your Application? How Low GMAT / GRE Scores are Assessed? What If You Haven’t brought a Big Impact in your Work? When Applicants Don’t Recognize their Potential When an Applicant Built a Hospital & didn’t Mention it in the Application What AdComs Really Want to See in Essays

Intro Why Essays When Schools Have My Resume? How Schools See ChatGPT’s Use in Essays? What AdComs Do Not Look For (in Essays)? The REAL Job of Essays in MBA Application Examples of Standout Essays from Top Applicants Professional vs Personal Stories in Yale Essay How to Emphasize that You are a Good Fit for the Program How Many People Read your Essays? Essay: The First Thing AdComs See? Essay Roast Segment Business Minded Essay (Harvard) Leadership Essay (Harvard) Growth-Oriented Essay (Harvard)

Why GMAT Practice Techniques for Quant and Data Insights Deciding to Retake for 695 in 1st Attempt Taking 20 Mocks in 30 Days - How that Helped Last days before exam & Test Day experience My Daily Practice Routine Tips to Improve Data Insights Score Dealing with Long RC Passages   Which Mock Tests Did I Attempt

Choosing the Army: First Career Step After College Building Leadership Confidence in the Army From Army to MBA Why MBA MBA Experience: Expectations vs. Reality Overcoming Challenges in Business School Landing My First Job After MBA The Brand Manager Role at Johnson & Johnson Was MBA worth it? Otis to Zipcar - Brand Management to General Management The power of your LinkedIn profile Navigating Major Career Struggles Main hurdle in transitioning from Manager to Leadership role My Supoerpowers Rapid-Fire Questions with Angelo What I’d Tell My 20-Year-Old Self Advice to prospective MBA students

About your journey Did you choose the detour yourself, or were you advised by mentors? What made you stay longer than 2-3 years despite your non-profit aspirations? Did you imagine you’d get an MBA? Did b-school feel daunting with your non-quantitive background? How did you feel starting b-school and any advice for women considering it? How did you decide which b-school’s to consider? What advice would you give someone considering this journey? How did you feel about participating in the social impact segment of your class? Would you advocate b-school for young people pursuing careers in social impact? After 7 years at Deloitte, how did you transition to planned parenthood? Starting a job during the pandemic while pregnant How did you realise you needed to slow down, make changes and adjust your approach? Juggling a job, raising kids and maintaining a partnership What kind of role model do you want to be for your kids? How do you coordinate and collaborate effectively? Walk me through a typical work day What do you love about your job? How did you face and learn from your failures? What moment or incident helped you recognise the gap? What epic decision in your life do you consider good? What advice for MBA hopefuls without a strong network or family business background? Things you gained from business school Do you use a vision board or set goals regularly? What motivated you to work with a coach? What’s the first app you check when you wake up in the morning? What is your biggest pet peeve? What is your favourite way to unwind after a hectic day? Advice you’d give to your younger self How to decide for an MBA?

Switching Careers Why MBA? Choosing the right MBA MBA Experience Challenges during an MBA Impact of an MBA Is an MBA worth it? Moving from one organization to another

CPG to Product Management via MBA What I Love about Product Management Identifying Companies with Great People The Role of Backdoor Networking How MBA Helped in Transitioning into PM Why MBA Realization My Mentors & Support System Work Life Balance in PM Career Mistakes I Wish I Avoided What I Loved Most about Business School Importance of BSchool Networks Reflecting on Biggest Decisions of my Life What I Do in Free Time Advice to my Younger Self Does MBA Help in Choosing the Right Career