Leland+ Content Library

Not sure who to network with? Start here

Learn who to contact first, how to use your existing connections, and when to reach out for the best results.

Creating A Career Plan - Deck

This guide outlines how to build a career plan around 6 key elements, including target roles, companies, and weekly goals.

Summary of Frameworking

A summary of frameworking for management consulting.

Follow-up to maintain networking relationships

Stay in touch without being pushy. Learn how to thank people genuinely and turn one-time contacts into long-term mentors.

Drafting & Content Creation (Using Claude)

Learn how to create high-quality first drafts for emails, reports, and proposals using AI to structure and elevate your ideas.

BCG Casey Chatbot 9 – Freshmart (Easymart)

Practice test 9

Demystifying GMAT Combinatorics (Combinations and Permutations)

Struggling with combinations and permutations? You’re not alone. Combinatorics is one of the trickiest parts of the GMAT Quant section—where even small missteps can cost big points. ​In this session, Josh B., a 15-year Manhattan Prep veteran and GMAT coach who’s helped over 1,000 students succeed, will break down combinations, permutations, and the logic behind counting problems in a way that actually makes sense. You’ll learn how to approach these questions intuitively, avoid common traps, and move faster without sacrificing accuracy. ​Whether you’re just starting GMAT prep or aiming for a top score, you’ll leave this session with clear frameworks, problem-solving techniques, and renewed confidence heading into test day.

Breaking Down Economic Consulting: What It Exactly Is

Ever wondered what economic consultants actually do—and how the role differs from management consulting or finance? In this session, expert Leland coach and economic consultant Nicolas S. will demystify the field and share what it’s really like to work in economic consulting. ​Whether you’re exploring your career options or preparing to apply, you’ll leave with a clear understanding of the industry, its day-to-day work, and the paths it can open.

Exercise: AI for Research & Analysis

Use AI to experiment with prompts, analyze varied results, and synthesize multiple perspectives into a unified summary.

Integrating AI into Your Daily Tools

Step-by-step walkthrough for connecting AI tools like Google Drive, Slack, and Notion to ChatGPT for seamless automation.

AI and Your MBA Application: Do’s and Don’ts for School Research

Thinking about using AI tools to streamline your MBA school research and networking strategy, and want to do so efficiently and ethically? Join me, M, for a practical and candid session designed to help MBA applicants use AI as a powerful tool for uncovering insights, identifying fit, and guiding meaningful outreach, all while staying focused on authenticity and personal reflection. This session will show you how to integrate AI into your research process, without relying on generic outputs or missing key personal connections. Learn how to craft strategic prompts that help you dig deeper into program offerings, find school culture and values that align with your own, and uncover talking points for essays, interviews, and outreach. I’ll share examples of weak vs. strong AI prompts and how to adapt AI outputs into meaningful, human communication.

Breaking into French Companies - Your Strategic Career Journey

Think L'Oréal, Chanel, Dior, Perrier, Cartier, and Airbus. These prestigious French brands represent just the tip of the iceberg in America's business landscape. Behind these household names are remarkable success stories like Sarah, who climbed from marketing coordinator to VP of North American Operations at a luxury goods company, Marcus who rose to General Manager at a major French aerospace supplier, and Elena who became Chief Strategy Officer at a leading French pharmaceutical subsidiary. What unites their journeys? They all grew through the ranks within French companies, embraced strategic assignments to France, and now enjoy sophisticated career paths with exceptional compensation packages that reward both performance and cultural adaptability. With French companies actively expanding their US operations and establishing new innovation centers across America, we're witnessing an unprecedented window of opportunity for ambitious professionals. Beyond the famous brands everyone recognizes, there are 5,400 French subsidiaries operating in the US, each offering significant professional opportunities for those who understand how to navigate their unique culture. French companies share one critical characteristic that sets them apart: they actively seek talented American personnel who can bridge cultures and they reward relationship-building with clear advancement paths and substantial compensation. Their approach combines French values of intellectual sophistication, hierarchical respect, and personalized leadership with appreciation for individual creativity and strategic thinking. What if this relationship-based, intellectually stimulating path to leadership is exactly your calling?

Routing & Process Support (Using ChatGPT)

Learn how to automate tagging, categorization, and routing for repetitive workflows using AI.

Dental School Interviews & The Wait: What to Do (and Not Do)

​Waiting for a dental school interview or decision can feel like one of the most nerve-wracking parts of the process—and many applicants struggle with how to stay proactive and grounded. ​In this session, Sreya P., incoming DMD student at UPenn and former pre-dental mentor at University of Virginia who gained admission to six dental schools, will guide you through what to do — and what to avoid — during the interview stage and post-application wait. ​You’ll learn how to prepare effectively for interviews, handle the emotional ups and downs of waiting, keep your application momentum going, and set yourself up for the best possible outcome. Whether you’re prepping for your interview invite or already in the waiting stage, this session will give you clarity, confidence, and practical next steps.

Translation & Accessibility (Using DeepL + ChatGPT)

See how AI improves clarity and inclusivity through translation, tone adjustments, and plain-language rewriting.

How S&T Fits into a Bank

Learn the core function of Sales & Trading and how it powers a global investment bank's success.

How to Ace the Wharton TBD (From an Ex-Admissions Fellow)

The Wharton Team-Based Discussion (TBD) is unlike any other MBA interview—a fast-paced, collaborative exercise designed to test how you think, communicate, and lead in a group setting. ​In this session, Brian B., a Wharton MBA graduate (with honors) and former Admissions Fellow who helped run Wharton’s TBDs, will share insider insight into what the admissions team is really looking for. Having coached dozens of MBA candidates, Brian will walk you through how to prepare effectively, contribute with confidence, and stand out as both a strong teammate and leader. ​Whether you’ve received your Wharton invite or are planning ahead, you’ll leave this session with actionable frameworks and strategies to excel in the TBD.

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.

October Series - Managing a Job Search (Session 4)

Stop moving in the wrong direction! It’s easy to confuse being busy with making progress. Not all activity is created equal. Many job seekers spend hours applying blindly or scrolling through job boards. But this kind of busywork often leads to burnout and disappointment. The real trap is measuring effort instead of results. (Read that again). What matters is focusing on high-impact activities and tracking meaningful metrics. If you don’t, you risk throwing darts in the wrong direction and wondering why you’re not hitting the board. While you might get lucky with sheer volume and the law of averages, it’s ultimately the quality and direction of your activity that truly counts.