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Offer Selection: Making Your Decision
Learn how to evaluate your consulting offers, including factors beyond compensation like firm culture, career development, and work-life balance, to make the best decision for your future.
Thriving in Consulting: Key Tips
Learn the most important strategies to succeed in the consulting industry.
Example of an Equipment Manufacturer Acquisition Case
See an example of an acquisition case for an equipment manufacturer. Learn how to evaluate the target company, identify potential synergies, and structure a clear recommendation.
Guide to the McKinsey Interviewer-Led Case
Master the McKinsey case interview format. This guide covers what interviewers look for in problem-solving, personal impact, and leadership skills.
Guide to the McKinsey Personal Experience Interview (PEI)
This guide breaks down the McKinsey Personal Experience Interview (PEI) and provides a framework for structuring your stories. Learn how to prepare for the five key leadership dimensions and ace your interview.
How to Research Your Next Career Move
Learn how to successfully research and transition into a new career path.
Brainstorming Essay Topics
Learn how to brainstorm unique and compelling essay topics that showcase your authentic self and grab the attention of admissions committees.
Early Application Options: What to Know
A comprehensive guide to understanding Early Action, Early Decision, and Restrictive Early Action, and how to choose the best option for you.
College List: Example Walkthrough
Learn how to build a strategic college list with a real-world example walkthrough, complete with safety schools, target schools, and reach schools.
College List: What Not To Do
Avoid the most common mistakes students make when building their college list and learn how to create a strategic list that sets you up for success.
Early Applications: What Not To Do
Avoid the most common mistakes students make with Early Action, Early Decision, and Restrictive Early Action to maximize your success.
How to Crush Estimation Questions in PM Interviews
This guide outlines the steps to successfully navigate and answer estimation questions in PM interviews
How to Approach the GSB 'What Matters Most' Essay
The Stanford GSB “What matters most to you, and why?” essay is one of the most challenging—and important—prompts in MBA admissions. In this session, you’ll learn how to break down the question, uncover the deeper themes in your own story, and craft a response that is authentic, personal, and compelling. Led by Andy P., a Leland coach who has guided countless applicants to top MBA programs, this workshop will give you practical strategies, real examples, and common pitfalls to avoid. Whether you’re just starting your first draft or refining your narrative, you’ll leave with a clearer framework to tackle this iconic essay with confidence.
How to Choose an Early Application
A comprehensive guide to understanding Early Action, Early Decision, and Restrictive Early Action, and how to choose the best option for your goals.
(Jul. 2025) GMAT Verbal: Expert Strategies for Success
Verbal expert Nick V. is excited to walk you through the GMAT Focus Verbal section and share expert strategies to help you improve your score. As an expert coach on the platform, Nick specializes in Verbal Reasoning & Analytical Writing - he also scored a 790 on the old GMAT.
How to Choose an Essay Topic
A step-by-step guide to choosing a compelling and unique essay topic that highlights your strengths and personal story for college applications.
How to Land a PM offer at Google
Landing a product management role at Google is one of the toughest challenges in tech—but with the right strategy, preparation, and mindset, it’s absolutely achievable. In this workshop, Rachel T.—a former Senior Product Manager at Google who has conducted 380+ PM interviews and mentored through Google’s G-Mentors Program—will share insider insights on how to stand out throughout the hiring process. Drawing on her experience receiving offers from multiple FAANG companies and coaching candidates to land roles at Google, OpenAI, Meta, and Amazon, Rachel will walk you through how to craft your story, master product and behavioral interviews, and demonstrate the leadership and problem-solving skills Google values most. Whether you’re applying for your first PM role or aiming for a senior-level position, this session will give you the frameworks and confidence to succeed.
Master’s Applications: How to Stand Out Before Deadlines Hit
With application deadlines fast approaching, now’s the time to make your Master’s application shine. In this session, expert Leland coaches Jennifer P. D. (AdCom at University of Wisconsin-Madison), Ash C. (AdCom at Carnegie Mellon University), Amy G. (AdCom Columbia & NYU) will walk you through how to strengthen every part of your application—from your personal statement to your resume and letters of recommendation. By the end, you’ll know exactly where to focus your time and how to stand out in a competitive applicant pool—no matter how close deadlines are.
Product Sense Case Structure
How to structure your product sense case interview
GRE Overview
This is an overview of the GRE and what to know for the exam. It includes time management strategies and a high level look at some of the sections.
