Leland+ Content Library
Select a category
Popular on Leland+
Power Verbs for MBA Applications
A curated list of impactful action verbs to help you write stronger, results-driven essays and resumes that convey leadership, initiative, and impact.
Stanford Knight-Hennessy Scholar Letter of Rec
Sample letter of rec for military vet selected as a Knight-Hennessy Scholar.
Essays (3): Duke Fuqua MBA Admitted Army Veteran
These are the 3 application essays of an Army veteran who secured Early Action admission to Duke Fuqua MBA.
HBS MBA Example Successful Essays
HBS MBA Example Successful Essays. Asian Male - Consulting.
Industry Placement & Recruiting Landscape
Identify where Kellogg grads go - from consulting and PE/VC to CPG, tech, and sustainability - and what this reveals about the school’s career DNA.
Wharton 2025-26 Example Essays
Example essays answering the latest Wharton 2025-26 essay prompts. Asian Male candidate with consulting background.
No Ivy, No Problem: How My Startup Got into Y Combinator
Think you need an Ivy League degree to make it into Y Combinator? Think again. In this workshop, Chanhyung K.—a Georgia Tech graduate, McKinsey alum, and Y Combinator founder—shares how he built and pitched a successful startup without the traditional pedigree. Drawing from his experience landing offers at McKinsey, JPMorgan, and FAANG while coming from a non-target school, Chan will reveal how to craft your founder story, stand out in competitive application pools, and navigate the YC process with authenticity and confidence. Whether you’re an aspiring founder or already building your startup, this session will show you how to turn unconventional beginnings into startup success.
Knight-Hennessy + Stanford Law Admit [2-pg resume]
Military veteran with 5+ years professional experience, 2-page resume (admitted to SLS, HLS)
Top 10 Kellogg Facts Every Applicant Should Know
Learn the top 10 facts about Kellogg that applicants should be aware of during the application and interview process.
Master List of Investment Banks for Networking
List of all the investment banks you can reach out to in order to network
What Makes a Good Stock Pitch
Slides covering content, delivery, tips and examples.
Final Application Checklist
A step-by-step checklist to help you review and finalize every component of your Kellogg application.
The Career Accelerator: A Playbook for Your Job Search
This playbook provides a step-by-step guide to your entire job search, from defining your career strategy to negotiating your final offer.
Common Questions & Response Frameworks
Common Questions & Response Frameworks
AFOQT Math Formulas Sheet
You don’t need to memorize hundreds of formulas — you need to understand when and why to use each one.
Week 1: Thrive Worksheet
This worksheet is a supplement for Discovering Your Neurodivergent Strengths video.
Verbal Case Studies: Structure & Strategy
How to structure your thinking under pressure - what questions to ask, what assumptions to make, and how to adapt frameworks.
Breaking Into Investment Banking: How to Land the Offer
Landing an investment banking offer is no easy feat—but with the right strategy, preparation, and insider insights, it’s absolutely achievable. In this session, expert Leland coaches and former bankers Yudhajit D. (Rock International), Evan R. (Deutsche Bank), Ian A. (Morgan Stanley) will break down exactly what it takes to stand out in one of the most competitive recruiting processes out there. Whether you’re a freshman starting early or a career switcher making the leap, you’ll walk away with a clear roadmap to break into investment banking and land the offer.
IB/Private Equity Networking Tracker
Networking Tracker for IB/PE
How to Stand Out as a Computer Science Major
Learn why Computer Science has become one of the toughest majors to enter, and get actionable strategies to make your application rise above the crowd
