Leland+ Content Library

Technical interviews: Overview

This module is all about mastering the finance concepts and frameworks tested in PE interviews - but without wasting time memorizing every textbook definition. You’ll learn how to approach technical questions like an investor, communicate with clarity, and avoid over-complication.

How to Answer “Tell Me About Yourself”

Craft a concise, confident pitch that walks through your background, your "why PE" story, and what makes you different - using the 3-part Narrative Arc framework.

How to Nail “Why This Fund?”

Learn how to research a fund beyond their website - including their strategy, culture, and recent deals - and turn that insight into a response that shows deep alignment.

The Funnel Framework: A Tool for Any Technical Question

Use this simple but powerful 3-step thinking structure to break down any investment or business analysis question (e.g., "Would you invest in XYZ?", “How would you evaluate a company?”).

Navigating Law School Character & Fitness

A resource that advises on how best to approach character and fitness disclosures in law school applications.

How to Answer the "Favorite Product" Question

Guide covers how to choose a product, a clear framework, and sample answer for interview prep.

Wharton TBD Example Pitch 3 - 2024

This is an example of a successful Wharton TBD pitch from 2024

Week 1: Thrive Worksheet

This worksheet is a supplement for Discovering Your Neurodivergent Strengths video.

AFOQT Math Formulas Sheet

You don’t need to memorize hundreds of formulas — you need to understand when and why to use each one.

Stripe PM Take-Home Assignment Sample

Prompt: Analyze 8 months of churn data, identify key drivers, and propose a roadmap to improve retention.

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

Rocking the Non-Profit Job Interview

An overview of how best to approach the non-profit job interview.

Resume: Army Veteran Admitted to Duke Fuqua MBA

This resume showcases an Army veteran from a non-traditional background who earned Early Action admission to Duke Fuqua MBA.

Undergrad McKinsey Business Analyst Resume

Finance undergraduate secured a McKinsey full-time offer. After McKinsey, they transitioned to Private Equity.

Residency Application Tracker Template

This spreadsheet document allows you to compile information on the residency programs to which you are applying so you can track your applications.

MBA Recommender Packets

A step-by-step playbook for setting up recommenders for success and turning your recommenders into your strongest advocates.

Stanford Knight-Hennessy Scholar Letter of Rec

Sample letter of rec for military vet selected as a Knight-Hennessy Scholar.

Undergrad Consulting Resume

Undergrad Rising Senior Resume - Secured interviews at Bain, BCG, McKinsey, EY-Parthenon, Accenture

Example Resume: Biomedical Engineer to Big Tech PM

Resume that helped me break into Product Management as a Biomedical Engineer. Optimized with keywords for ATS. Made for career switchers and students

Master List of Investment Banks for Networking

This resource provides a curated list of investment banks that candidates can target for networking outreach. It is designed to support systematic networking efforts and help prioritize firms during recruiting.