Leland+ Content Library

Managing Difficult Stakeholders

Learn the different archetypes and how best to manage and work with different stakeholders

Your Guide to STEM Graduate School Admissions

Recording of a Leland webinar I presented on 02 Jan 2026 demystifying STEM graduate school admissions types and deliverables

PM Recruiting 2026: What’s Changing and How to Stand Out This Cycle

Product management recruiting is evolving—candidate pools are growing, expectations are shifting, and what worked in past cycles may not be enough for 2026. To stand out this year, you need more than solid PM skills; you need clear positioning, a strong narrative, and a deep understanding of what companies are prioritizing right now. In this session, we’ll break down what’s changing in PM recruiting for 2026 and how you can adapt your strategy to stay competitive. The session will be led by an experienced PM coach who has helped candidates successfully navigate PM recruiting across top tech companies. Drawing on firsthand coaching and hiring insights, they’ll walk through current recruiting trends, how recruiters and hiring managers evaluate candidates, and the specific ways top applicants differentiate themselves in resumes, interviews, and storytelling. You’ll leave with practical, actionable guidance you can apply immediately as you prepare for the 2026 recruiting cycle.

Quantitative Finance Career Guide

A starter guide for careers, skills, and companies related to quantitative finance.

Professionalism in Big Law Recruiting

The legal hiring market is accelerating! Not too long ago, most firms would engage in on-campus recruiting in between the first and second years of law school. Now, many big firms invite 1Ls to apply as early as their first semester. This session will cover how to search for summer associate positions, how to network professionally, and how to conduct yourself during interviews. As someone who has worked at Kirkland & Ellis LLP, one of the top law firms in the country, and navigated legal recruiting in smaller markets as well, I want to share with you the important tips that will help you highlight your strengths and pitfalls to avoid that could sink your candidacy.

Get Your Foot in the Door with Top Banks

Breaking into top investment banks can feel out of reach—but the right approach can open doors. Join Get Your Foot in the Door with Top Banks, a focused session designed to help you navigate the early stages of IB recruiting with confidence. In this event, you’ll learn how to position your profile for top banks, approach networking strategically, and make a strong first impression with recruiters and professionals. We’ll cover common entry points, key mistakes to avoid, and practical steps you can take right now to improve your chances. Whether you’re early in your journey or looking for clearer direction, you’ll leave with actionable insights and a stronger game plan.

Essays (4): UVA Darden MBA Admitted R1 Class of 28

These are the 4 application essays of an applicant who secured R1 admission to UVA Darden full-time MBA.

Neurodivergent Strengths Workbook

Unlock the potential of your neurodivergent mind and turn it into your greatest career asset!

Acing the Harvard Business School Interview

The HBS interview is a high-stakes conversation that tests clarity of thought, self-awareness, leadership potential, and impact under pressure. In this series, you’ll learn how Harvard evaluates candidates, how to prepare for the case-style discussion and follow-up questions, and how to communicate your story with confidence and precision. Whether you’re awaiting an invite or preparing for interview day, this workshop will give you a clear playbook to perform at your best.

Writing Compelling College Essays

College essays are your chance to go beyond grades and test scores and show who you really are. In this session, top Leland coach and former Stanford interviewer Alex L. will break down what makes an essay stand out, how admissions officers read them, and why many otherwise strong essays fall flat. You’ll learn how to choose the right story, write with clarity and authenticity, and craft an essay that leaves a lasting impression.

How I’d Prepare to Land a SWE Offer in 90 Days (If I Were Starting Today)

Landing a software engineering offer in today’s market requires focus, structure, and the right priorities. This session breaks down how to approach SWE interview prep over 90 days if you were starting from scratch today. In this event, you’ll learn how to structure a realistic 90-day preparation plan, prioritize data structures and algorithms, practice coding efficiently, and prepare for behavioral and system design interviews. We’ll also cover common mistakes candidates make and how to stay consistent without burning out. Whether you’re early in your journey or restarting your prep, you’ll leave with a clear roadmap and actionable next steps

From Meh to Memorable: Law School Personal Statements

A strong law school personal statement can be the difference between blending in and standing out. In this session, top Leland coach and Harvard Law alum Dylan M. will break down what separates forgettable essays from memorable ones and why many applicants miss the mark. You’ll learn how to craft a clear narrative, highlight your motivations for law, and avoid common pitfalls that weaken otherwise strong applications.

Breaking Into PE: What It Takes — From Any Background

Private equity recruiting is highly competitive, but there’s no single “right” path to breaking in. In this session, we’ll break down what PE firms actually look for in candidates, how recruiting works at different stages, and how people from non-traditional backgrounds successfully make the jump. You’ll learn how to position your experience, build the right technical and investment skill set, and avoid common mistakes that hold candidates back. Whether you’re coming from banking, consulting, corporate finance, or an unconventional path, this session will give you a clear roadmap for breaking into private equity with confidence.

Resume: Army Veteran Admitted to Duke Fuqua MBA

This resume showcases an Army veteran from a non-traditional background who earned R1 admission to Duke Fuqua MBA.

Building your operating system

Neurodivergent Series - Executive Functioning

Thriving in Your Environment - Workbook

Neurodivergent Series

Example Product Management Resume

Resume in LaTeX that has been refined.

Stanford Masters' Student Resume

Employer-approved resume of recent Stanford graduate

Mistakes Koreans Make in MBA Applications

The very traits that make Korean professionals so exceptional (rigour, humility, diligence) can, without calibration, falter in Western admissions.

INSEAD Career Overview and Key Decisions Essay

A summary of career progression, leadership experiences, and cross-cultural impact in global tech and enterprise roles.