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AMCAS Example T20 Medical Student
Full AMCAS submission for medical student at T20 school. MCAT score was not available at the time of submission, but score was 510.
Everything You Need to Know About the 2026 Law Admissions Cycle
The 2026 law school admissions cycle brings new timelines, evolving expectations, and heightened competition, and being informed early can make a meaningful difference. This session covers what’s changing, how admissions committees evaluate candidates, and how to plan your LSAT, essays, recommendations, and school list strategically. You’ll learn key deadlines, common pitfalls, and practical steps to position yourself strongly from start to finish.
AI Marketing: Full Course Lecture Slides
Lecture slides for the full Leland+ AI in Marketing Course
Building Your School List
A tool for filtering and organizing your master’s program targets. Use this list framework to assess fit and maximize your admissions chances.
Anatomy of an Investment Pitch
Crafting a compelling investment pitch is one of the most important skills for breaking into hedge funds and succeeding once you’re there. In this session, we’ll break down the structure of a strong pitch—how to identify the right idea, frame the thesis, assess business value drivers, and anticipate investor questions. You’ll leave with a clearer framework for building your own pitches and standing out in interviews. This session will be led by Diyang Y., a Leland coach with years of experience in hedge funds and banking, where he has evaluated investments across industries and geographies. He’ll share insights from the buy-side, common mistakes candidates make, and what interviewers really look for when you present a stock idea.
Introduction to MBA Narrative Brainstorming
Learn to uncover and articulate your personal and professional story—clarifying what drives you, what you’ve done, and where you want to go—to form the foundation for your MBA applications.
Your Narrative Arc: Current Path vs Dream Career vs Disconnect
Map your current trajectory, envision your dream career, and identify the gap that an MBA can help bridge.
Your Narrative Arc: Current Path vs Dream Career vs Disconnect
Map your current trajectory, envision your dream career, and identify the gap that an MBA can help bridge.
Connecting Your Personal and Professional Experiences
Learn how to weave together your personal motivations and professional experiences into a cohesive, authentic story.
Intro to MBA Essay Writing
Translate your narrative into compelling MBA essays that demonstrate clarity of purpose, authenticity, and school fit.
Writing the STARR Essay
Master the STARR (Situation, Task, Action, Result, Reflection) framework to highlight your leadership, impact, and growth.
Tailoring Your Story for Different Schools
Adapt your core story for different MBA programs while maintaining consistency and authenticity.
Work With Me!
Learn about personalized coaching options to refine your essays, story, and overall MBA strategy. Get an overview of the personalized coaching options Joshua can offer to refine your essays, story, and overall MBA strategy.
Efficient Study for Quant: The Art of Exploring Problem
Studying more doesn’t always mean studying better—especially in quant-heavy exams. This session focuses on how to think through problems efficiently, uncover patterns, and learn more from every question you attempt. You’ll learn how to explore problems strategically, diagnose mistakes, and build flexible intuition instead of relying on rote memorization. Whether you’re preparing for the GMAT, GRE, or another quant-focused test, this workshop will help you study smarter, retain more, and improve your accuracy and speed. Space is limited, so RSVP to secure your spot. We’re excited to be on the quant journey with you!
How to Craft a Resume for MBB
Breaking into McKinsey, Bain, or BCG starts with a resume that signals impact, leadership, and structured thinking within seconds. In this session, you’ll learn how to quantify results, sharpen bullet points, and present your experience in a way that aligns with what MBB recruiters actually look for. Whether you’re coming from consulting, industry, or a non-traditional background, you’ll leave with a clear framework to turn your resume into a powerful interview magnet.
Extracurriculars: 7 Myths & 7 Secrets Colleges Actually Care About
A concise, insider guide that breaks down the most common misconceptions about extracurriculars and explains what admissions committees at selective colleges are actually evaluating. Designed for ambitious students and thoughtful families who want to build focused, high-impact profiles rather than guess their way through the process.
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How to Find Your Purpose in Life | Free Guide
Most people don't lack purpose. They lack clarity. If you've ever felt like you're good at your job but not fulfilled by it — like you're busy but not building toward anything that actually matters to you — this free workbook was made for you. In three simple exercises, you'll uncover what you're naturally built for. What's inside: • An exercise to map your natural gifts, your flow states, and how you can help others to find where your purpose lives • An exercise to get honest outside perspective from the people who know you best (they already see what you can't) • An exercise to discover why your hardest experiences might be your greatest asset Completing this guide takes about 30 minutes. It's completely free. And it might be the most useful thing you do this week. Download it now — no purchase required, no catch.
How to Have a Difficult Performance Conversation
Most managers know when a performance problem exists months before they address it. This guide gives you a structured approach to the conversation you’ve been avoiding: how to prepare, a five-part conversation framework, what to say at each stage, how to handle resistance, and what to do in the 24 hours after — including when to involve HR.
Rounding Out Your Activities Section
Dental schools look closely at how your experiences show real commitment to dentistry—not just what you’ve done, but how you’ve grown. In this session, you’ll learn how to choose and describe your shadowing, clinical work, service, and extracurriculars so they tell a clear, cohesive story. We’ll cover common mistakes and simple ways to highlight impact and readiness. Whether you’re polishing your application or still building experiences, you’ll leave with a practical framework to strengthen your activities section with confidence.
Prepare Now: Acing Your Dental School Interviews
Your dental school interview isn’t just a conversation—it’s your opportunity to bring your application to life. This is where passion, purpose, and personality set you apart. The right preparation can be the difference between a polite interview and a powerful impression. In this session, you’ll learn how to craft memorable answers, tell your story with confidence, and think on your feet when the pressure’s on. We’ll break down what interviewers are really listening for and how to show up as a future clinician they can already envision in their program. If you’re ready to turn interview invites into acceptance calls, this is where it starts.
