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Deferred MBA M7 Series: Stanford
Get an inside look at what Stanford GSB seeks in Deferred MBA candidates and how to bring your unique story to life. Expert Leland coach and GSB alum Ben L. will break down the qualities Stanford cares about most—impact, curiosity, and personal growth. You’ll leave with concrete strategies to articulate your values, achievements, and ambitions in a way that resonates with the GSB admissions committee.
Don’t Blow Your Law Interview: Ask a Stanford JD Anything
Law school interviews can be intimidating—but they don’t have to be. In this interactive session, Machmud M.—a Stanford JD, Rhodes Scholar, and Knight-Hennessy Scholar—will share candid insights on how to prepare for and excel in your law school interviews. From common pitfalls to powerful storytelling techniques, you’ll learn how to communicate your values, experiences, and goals in a way that truly resonates with admissions committees. Drawing on his diverse background across public policy, corporate law, and government—including time at the White House and on the Biden 2020 policy team—Machmud will answer your toughest questions about what law schools are really looking for. Whether you’re prepping for T-14 interviews or your first conversation with an alum, this session will help you approach your interview with confidence, clarity, and authenticity.
Investment Banking Recruiting - 5 Top Tips to Stand Out
Are you looking to break into investment banking as your next career move? Join Alejandro A., a seasoned investment banking and private equity professional, for an exclusive session where he will share essential strategies to help you stand out in the highly competitive recruiting process. With over 10 years of experience, Alejandro has worked at prestigious firms like Goldman Sachs, where he served as an Investment Banking Associate, and at Fanatics, as Director of M&A. He also co-founded Harbor Street Capital, a private equity fund, and has mentored over 200 students who have gone on to secure positions at top firms such as Goldman Sachs, Evercore, JPMorgan, and Morgan Stanley. In this event, Alejandro will provide insider insights into how to successfully navigate the investment banking recruitment process and stand out as a top candidate.
Ask Me Anything: IB Recruiting Insights from a Former Lazard Banker
Breaking into investment banking is competitive—especially if you're targeting elite boutiques or specialized coverage groups. In this AMA-style workshop, Akaash P.—a former Lazard banker with hands-on experience across Media & Telecom, Restructuring (RX), FIG, Energy, and Software—will give you an inside look at what it takes to stand out in IB recruiting. Drawing on cross-sector banking and investing experience, as well as coaching candidates into top groups at elite firms, Akaash will answer your questions on technical prep, industry-specific expectations, crafting a differentiated story, and navigating competitive recruiting processes. Whether you're aiming for M&T, RX, FIG, Energy, or Software roles, or simply want to understand the landscape better, you’ll leave with clear, actionable insights to elevate your recruiting strategy.
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Expat Roadmap Workshop: Studying & Working Abroad
Dreaming of studying or building your career abroad? In this workshop, Leland coaches Matthew M., Jorn B., and Jennifer P.D. will break down exactly how to navigate applications, visas, job searches, and cultural transitions as an expat. You’ll leave with a clear roadmap and actionable next steps tailored to your global goals.
AMA: What Every Buyer Should Know About Financial Due Diligence & QofE
Ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes of financial due diligence? In this AMA-style session, you’ll hear questions answered by an experienced deal professional and Leland coach Patrick M. anything about the process—from understanding Quality of Earnings reports to spotting red flags before you buy. This open conversation is designed for aspiring acquirers, search fund entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in the M&A process.
Land a Role as an Tiktok APM - Applications Open Now
Curious what it takes to stand out in TikTok’s Associate Product Manager (APM) program? Join Dessy K., Hiring Manager at TikTok, for a session on how to position yourself for success in one of the most competitive early-career product roles in tech. Drawing on her experience hiring and mentoring PMs, Dessy will share what top candidates do differently—from crafting standout applications to acing interviews and communicating product sense.
How to Land a Consulting Offer from your MBA
Breaking into consulting from business school is one of the most competitive recruiting paths—but with the right preparation, it’s completely achievable. In this session, expert Leland coach who received offers from both McKinsey and BCG Rifat M. will walk you through the full MBA consulting recruiting process, from networking and resume prep to case and behavioral interview mastery. You’ll learn how to position your background, build relationships with firms, and stand out in a crowded field to land your consulting offer with confidence.
Review Medium Algebra & Geometry
In this review we will be discussing the triage test method and break down some additional example questions for algebra & geometry.
Probability and Overlapping Sets Examples
This deck explains probabilities and overlapping sets of two and three as seen in the GMAT and GRE. It includes practice problems similar to those on the exam. Concepts and problems are explained in a video walkthrough by the author in "Probability and Overlapping Sets for the GMAT and GRE".
What You NEED to Know Before Submitting Your BYU App (From a Former Admissions Officer)
Get an inside look at how BYU evaluates applications from someone who used to help make the decisions. In this session, expert Leland coach and former BYU’s Admissions Committee Christian H. will break down what truly matters in your essays, activities, and recommendations—and what applicants often misunderstand. You’ll learn how to present your story with authenticity, avoid common red flags, and highlight the qualities BYU values most. Perfect for anyone who wants to maximize their chances before hitting “submit.”
GRE Analytical Writing Assessment Breakdown
In this lesson you will get an overview of the Analytical Writing Assessment as well as a high-level view of the issue essay, essay structure, and other strategies and tips.
Investment Banking Interview Essentials for MBA Students
Preparing for Investment Banking Summer Associate interviews requires a level of polish, depth, and business maturity far beyond the analyst track—and this workshop is designed to get you there. We’ll cover how to tell a compelling, experience-driven story, articulate a convincing and credible “Why IB,” speak intelligently about current deals and market dynamics, and demonstrate a command of both technicals and the sector you’re targeting. You’ll also learn what banks expect specifically from Summer Associates: leadership, client readiness, process ownership, and the ability to think strategically at a higher altitude and a deeper level. If you're an MBA student aiming for IB recruiting, this session will help you stand out as a confident, capable associate-level candidate.
Review Hard Text Completion & Sentence Equivalence
Here we will review text completion and strategies as well as sentence equivalence and strategies with additional examples and some new vocabulary.
School Agnostic Recommender Guide
Non-program specific recommender guide with templates.
Final Strategy Review for the GRE
This lesson reviews high-level test-taking strategies for the GRE. It focuses on decision-making, pacing, and strategic problem selection to help maximize performance on exam day.
UVA (Darden) Interview Question Bank
Interview questions tailored to applicants interviewing for UVA Darden
Building a Memory Palace - Example
A walk through example of how to use memory palaces for your most difficult questions. In this video we will be learning GRE vocabulary using the memory palace method.
Prompt Design 2.0: How to Get Consistently Great Results with AI
If you’ve tried using AI but get inconsistent results, this session is for you. Learn how to think like an AI architect, using context, constraints, and iteration to get reliable, high-quality output every time. You’ll see real examples, practice refining prompts, and leave with frameworks you can reuse in your own work. Outcomes: You’ll leave knowing how to diagnose why prompts succeed or fail, improve them systematically, and create prompt templates that deliver consistent results for writing, research, or communication tasks. Learning Objectives: *Understand how context, constraints, and iteration affect AI output quality *Diagnose why a prompt isn’t working and apply structured methods to improve it *Develop reusable prompt frameworks tailored to your professional role
Your Path to PE: Non-IB Strategies, Skills, and Opportunities – AMA
Breaking into private equity without an investment banking background is challenging—but far from impossible. In this AMA-style session, expert Leland coach and former consultant turned PE Connor P. will answer your questions about the alternative paths into PE, the skills that matter most, and how to position a non-IB background competitively.
