Leland+ Content Library

Day in the Life of S&T

A candid look at the intense hours, essential prep, and real-time decision-making of a top-tier Sales & Trader.

S&T Terms Glossary

Master the 20 most critical Sales & Trading terms used on the trading floor every day.

How Different Firms Compete in Markets

Deep dive into the strategies, risk profiles, and unique advantages that separate bulge bracket banks from elite boutiques.

Pros and Cons of a Sales & Trading Career

Get the unvarnished truth on the compensation, exit opportunities, and intense demands before you commit to S&T.

S&T Key Skills

Understand the core analytical and psychological skills you need to thrive and get promoted on the desk.

Real Stories from S&T - Candid Perspectives (Lifestyle, Pressure, Culture)

An experienced trader discusses the high-pressure environment, the true lifestyle, and the unspoken rules of the trading floor culture.

Comparing S&T to Investment Banking, Consulting, and Asset Management

A breakdown on how S&T differs from other finance career paths in pay, hours, required skills, and long-term exit paths.

S&T Self Assessment

Use this checklist to gauge your strengths and weaknesses against the traits of top-performing Sales & Trading professionals.

S&T Recruiting Timeline

Don't miss the deadline. Get the critical month-by-month breakdown of when to apply for internships and full-time S&T roles.

Recruiting Timeline (Undergrad & Masters – Sales & Trading Focus)

Detailed schedules for both college and graduate students outlining when banks recruit and how to manage the application cycles.

Personalization & Recommendations (Using ChatGPT)

Discover how to use AI to tailor content, messages, and experiences for different audiences.

Tracking & Documentation (Using Notion AI)

See how AI can automate meeting notes, reports, and follow-ups to streamline collaboration.

How S&T Fits into a Bank

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

Brainstorming & Idea Generation (Using Canva AI)

Use AI to spark creativity and enhance team brainstorming through visual and text-based collaboration.

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.

Common Pitfalls in AI Writing

Checklist of common writing issues (tone drift, hallucinations, overconfidence) and how to identify and fix them.

Forecasting & Decision Support (Using ChatGPT)

Explore how AI identifies trends, evaluates data, and supports smarter business decisions.

Prompts for Market & Competitive Research

Pre-built prompt templates for AI-assisted analysis, comparison, and insight generation.

Checklist for Fact-Checking AI Outputs

Simple verification framework to ensure AI responses are accurate, credible, and unbiased.

Routing & Process Support (Using ChatGPT)

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