Leland+ Content Library

VC Glossary and Key Terms

Reference sheet covering essential VC terminology from LP to IPO.

VC Modeling Test ANSWER

Don't download this file until you have completed your timed practice assessment.

90-Day Action Plan Template for VC Recruiting

Create a comprehensive 90-day action plan for breaking into VC with your unique positioning.

How to Build an AI Job Search Agent [5/11/2026] (Recording)

FREE BOOTCAMP SEAT GIVEAWAY ($999 VALUE). In this session, you will learn how to build a custom AI agent that automates the most time-consuming parts of your job search. We will cover how to set up an agent that tracks and prioritizes relevant job postings, drafts tailored outreach messages, and flags application deadlines without manual effort on your part. You will leave with a working framework you can deploy immediately, not just a conceptual overview. Lee works with job seekers on AI-assisted search strategies regularly, and the patterns they have identified across successful candidates reflect thinking that is hard to replicate by watching a recording alone.

CloudCore Series C Case Instructions

Full case study: evaluate a Series C SaaS investment including financial analysis, market assessment, and investment recommendation. Includes: blank modeling template and completed answer key with annotations.

VC Recruiting Workbook

Template to articulate your unique value proposition and background story for VC recruiting; Evaluate your current track record and identify 3 goals to strengthen your candidacy over the next 90 days.

Sample Columbia Business School Essays

Stuck staring at the Columbia essay prompts? See exactly how admitted applicants pulled it off. This collection includes more than twenty complete essay sets covering every recent CBS question. Read across industries, geographies, and career stages to find approaches that resonate with your own story.

Target Fund Networking Tool

Spreadsheet template for researching funds, tracking contacts, and managing your outreach pipeline.

Inside Law Admissions: What Actually Gets You In [5/11/2026] (Recording)

1YR LELAND+ GIVEAWAY FOR LIVE ATTENDEES ($119 VALUE). Law school admissions can feel opaque, especially when strong applicants still struggle to understand what truly drives decisions. This session is for candidates who want a clearer picture of what actually gets you admitted. You’ll learn how admissions committees evaluate your academic record and experiences, what makes a personal statement stand out, and the patterns reviewers see across successful applicants. Join live to hear directly from a panel of law admissions professionals and ask your questions about your own application strategy. The panelists regularly evaluate candidates and advise applicants, and will share the perspectives typically discussed in admissions review conversations. It’s a chance to get grounded, practical insight before you submit.

Cap Table & Waterfall Practice

Building and reading cap tables. Understanding dilution, option pools, liquidation preferences, participation preferences, and how terms affect founder and investor economics.

The Playbook to Land Your First PM Role [5/11/2026] (Recording)

$50 COACHING CREDIT GIVEAWAY FOR LIVE ATTENDEES. Landing your first product management role is competitive, and many candidates struggle to translate their background into a compelling PM story. This session is for aspiring PMs who want a clearer, more strategic approach to breaking in. You’ll learn how to position your experience for PM roles, build credible product signals through projects or work, and navigate the interview process with more confidence. Join live to hear from PM professionals who have successfully made this transition and now help others do the same. The panelists regularly advise candidates and will share the patterns they see across those who land their first PM role and what stands out to hiring teams. Expect practical guidance and insights similar to what’s covered in 1:1 coaching conversations.

3 AI Skills to Land Your Job in ... The Green Energy Industry

Some people assume green energy is about policy, subsidies, and political will. In practice, the industry runs on physical hardware as demanding as any in heavy manufacturing. A wind turbine nacelle housing a gearbox that must perform reliably at 100 meters altitude in North Sea conditions for 25 years. A solar panel assembly sealed well enough to withstand thermal cycling, humidity, and UV exposure across decades of outdoor installation. A battery cell precise enough in its chemistry and construction to store grid-scale energy without degradation. These are tangible products; the energy transition does not happen without them. I spent more than 10 years selling to the green energy industry, working across its supply chain at the component and system level. Beyond that, I have coached candidates on Leland preparing for roles in this sector, several of whom have since been successfully hired. I understand what green energy companies require from their people; I also know which skills are shifting fast right now because of AI. This Tuesday session covers the green energy industry: one of the fastest-growing, most capital-intensive, and most consequential sectors in the global economy. We will discuss three specific AI skills that are changing what hiring managers expect, and how you can demonstrate them before you walk into an interview. If you want a career where the tangible product you help bring to market contributes to something larger than a balance sheet, this session is for you.

Starting Your GRE Journey: An Introduction to the GRE General Test [5/14/2026] (Recording)

Starting your GRE prep can feel overwhelming when you’re not sure what the test actually involves or how to begin. This session is for anyone looking for a clear introduction to the GRE General Test and how to approach it effectively. You’ll learn how the exam is structured, what each section tests, and how to build a study plan that sets you up for steady improvement. Join live to ask questions about your starting point and get guidance on how to approach your prep with more confidence. The speaker is an experienced GRE coach who regularly helps students navigate the early stages of preparation. They’ll share the patterns they see across successful test takers and the foundational strategies typically covered in 1:1 prep sessions.

Part 1: Understand Your Goals and Tell Your Story

Are you tired of applying to 100 jobs and not hearing back? Maybe you’re nervous about reaching out to other people and talking about yourself. Perhaps you’ve heard about networking from a lot of people, but you’re skeptical about the way it can actually work for you. This workshop series is for you! As a career coach, I have distilled the targeted networking approach of finding jobs into a five-step process, each of which I will guide you through. Every three weeks, we will address another piece of the puzzle through an interactive workshop. In Part 1, we will: - Reflect and think really hard about what you want to do at this point in your career. Not what you think you can get, not what you'd be willing to settle for. We’re going to talk about what you actually really want out of your next job, what's important to you, and your WHY. - Learn to tell your story in an elevator pitch and rehearse this so that you are comfortable sharing your own story with people in as little as one minute. - Start revising your job search materials (resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profile) to reflect this story. Part 2: Identify Your Target Organizations (May 29) Part 3: Build Your Network to Learn (June 19) Part 4: Maintain Your Network (July 10) Part 5: Use Your Network to Apply (July 31) By the end of the process, you will be fully prepared to use the targeted networking approach to find a job, and more importantly, you will be closer to a chosen job and career that helps you live a purposeful, fulfilling life. Each workshop will include exercises that we will work through together, and I will answer questions. While you can attend any workshop as a one-off, it can be very powerful to attend the entire five-workshop sequence. If you want more personalized support as you go through the job search process, sign up for 1-on-1 coaching sessions with me! This workshop is appropriate for: - Students and early-career professionals who are not sure how to get started with the internship or full-time job search - Mid-career professionals who are looking to pivot into another industry or find a job after a career gap - Anyone who wants to become more adept at networking and use it strategically

The Mental Habits of High Performers [5/19/2026] (Recording)

Your thoughts, interpretations, and mental patterns have a direct impact on how you perform at work. Many high-performing professionals experience patterns like overthinking, perfectionism, fear of failure, self-doubt, or harsh self-criticism, often without realizing how much these patterns influence decision-making, confidence, communication, and performance. In this session, we’ll explore how the mind works, how thoughts shape performance, and practical tools to build more intentional and supportive mental habits in high-pressure professional environments. We’ll cover: • How thoughts influence emotions, behaviors, and performance outcomes • Common mental patterns experienced by high performers • Why the mind is wired to detect risk, pressure, and potential failure • A practical framework for questioning and reframing unhelpful thoughts • How awareness creates more intentional responses under pressure • Practical mindset shifts and habits that support stronger mental performance over time You’ll leave with practical tools to better manage your internal dialogue, improve resilience and decision-making, and approach your work with greater clarity, confidence, and intentionality. This session is designed for professionals who want to strengthen their mindset, improve performance, and build a healthier relationship with pressure, growth, and high expectations.

Consortium Example Essays

These essays helped an ally be admitted to Consortium and to UC Berkeley Haas and UCLA Anderson. They stand out due to the clarity in career goals, specific ways the applicant supported unrepresented groups, and multi-faceted plans for involvement and support in the future.

Sector Overview: Marketplaces

Learn about marketplaces, their key growth drivers, key players, metrics and benchmarks, and what VCs look for.

Successful UCLA Anderson Essays

See how this applicant made the most of Anderson's very short essays, securing admission and a full-ride scholarship!

Haasome (ie. Awesome Haas) Essays

These winning Haas essays show a clear vision of the applicant's career, a plan for how to make the most of her time at Haas, and the self-awareness and personal growth that Haas values. Talking points for the "What Makes You Feel Alive When You're Doing It" video essay are also included.

How To Prep Independently For the GRE [5/18/2026] (Recording)

Preparing for the GRE on your own can feel overwhelming without a clear plan or feedback loop. This session is for test takers who want a structured, effective approach to independent prep. You’ll learn how to build a study plan that fits your timeline, choose the right materials, and track your progress in a way that leads to consistent improvement. Join live to ask questions about your current approach and get guidance on how to refine it. The speaker is a GRE expert with 18+ years of test prep experience and has helped many students succeed through self-study. They’ll share the patterns they see across high scorers and the strategies typically covered in focused 1:1 prep sessions.