Leland+ Content Library

Ex-MBB (BCG & Dalberg) Strategy Consulting Resume

Ex-BCG and Oxford MBA Resume High-Impact Template

Strategy Project List | CV Addendum

Selective shortlist of projects, publications, and case studies to showcase additional information (i.e., 2nd page of CV)

BCG Cover Letter | Post-MBA/Experienced Consultant

Cover letter for acceptance into BCG (Consultant)

Honors List for the Common App [Prep Template]

Use the sheet (or the Google Sheets version) to draft your honors descriptions. Check your character count & list order before you paste to the app!

Private Equity Case Study

Private Equity First Round Interview Case Study

Example MBA Product Manager Resume

This example comes from an MBA Graduate who secured offers at Capital One and a financial startup.

Product Manager Resume Example

Product Manager Resume (secured interviews at Logitech, Uber, Intuit, Apple, Asana)

Graduate to General Manager: 10-Year Path at European Firms in the US

Discover the hidden career accelerator that most US graduates never consider: European multinationals operating in America. The UK, Germany, and France alone - the top three countries for foreign investment in the US - operate 20,000 subsidiaries employing 3 million Americans, with foreign investment having doubled over the past decade. These companies offer a strategic path to senior leadership that bypasses the overcrowded competition at traditional US corporations. Learn from someone who lived this journey - going from engineering graduate to CEO of a French subsidiary in 14 years - and discover how proper planning and coaching can compress this timeline to just 10 years. Learning Objectives: You'll walk away with a clear understanding of why European companies prioritize developing American talent for leadership roles, the four critical success factors that distinguish high achievers, and the strategic importance of headquarters assignments in career acceleration. Whether you're a recent graduate or early-career professional, you'll leave with a concrete 10-year roadmap and the strategic framework to immediately begin positioning yourself for this accelerated leadership track.

Standout BigLaw Cover Letter

Read a compelling cover letter for a summer associate position that leverages the author's professional background in legal research and cross-border projects.

AMA/Office Hours: Sales "deal desk"

Got a tough deal you're trying to close? Not sure how to handle a tricky objection, or how to structure pricing for your early-stage product? Need help figuring out why a once-hot opportunity has gone cold? Bring your sales questions to this open “Deal Desk” AMA session. Whether you’re a founder doing your own sales, an AE trying to close faster, or a BDR struggling to get responses, this is your space to get unfiltered, tactical guidance from a startup sales coach who’s been in your shoes. I’ve helped dozens of venture-backed startups go from zero to repeatable sales processes, and I’m opening up the floor to help you work through your blockers in real-time. Think of this like having a VP of Sales on speed dial for 60 minutes. About me: I have an MBA from Stanford and was the first sales hire at two venture-backed startups that now have 9 figure valuations (Arc Technologies and Trunk Tools). I'm now a full-time sales coach and consultant to help B2B SaaS startups to scale beyond founder-led sales, turning interested prospects into paying customers. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights and strategies tailored to your needs.

A Leader’s Interview Playbook (90+ Questions)

Unlock your competitive edge and build your confidence with 90+ questions from senior recruiters at FAANG companies.

College Workshop: Three-Month Application Plan to Land Your Early Decision School

​Are you a high school student aiming to apply Early Decision (ED) to your top-choice U.S. university? Join Kevin P. for an interactive session that lays out a focused three‑month plan—from now to the Nov 1–15 deadlines—so you can craft a standout ED application on time and with confidence.With over a decade of experience supporting students across the world, he will guide you through the essentials—from weekly milestones and essay drafting to coordinating recommendations, understanding ED’s binding and financial implications, polishing your activities list, and building a smart backup plan for EA/RD. Topics include: ​90‑day ED timeline and task checklist (mid‑Aug → Nov 1–15): essays, supplements, testing, recommenders, and school documents ​Standing out fast: personal statement and “Why Us?” strategy, activities impact, and recommendation packets ​Readiness and backup: score strategy, financial/aid planning for ED, portal tracking, and an EA/RD contingency if ED doesn’t land

Private Equity Week (August 18-21) Kickoff

Join us for Leland's Private Equity Week (August 18–21) Kickoff! Come hear from Arielle F., Kenny J., and Julia M. - expert private equity coaches with years of experience in the field. ​​You’re invited to a week of actionable support designed to help you break into the world of private equity with clarity and confidence. ​Throughout the week, we’ll host a series of virtual sessions led by top Leland coaches and industry professionals, covering everything from building relevant experience and networking effectively to acing interviews and crafting a standout PE resume.

Dental School Applications: Ask Me Anything

​Have questions about the dental school application process? Join us for Dental School Applications: Ask Me Anything, an open Q&A session where you can get your questions answered live. Whether you're just getting started or deep in secondaries, this is your chance to get personalized advice in real time. ​Ellen W., Former Director + Assistant Dean at the Columbia College of Dental Medicine and Fordham University will be leading this session. She's helped hundreds of successful applicants get into dental school. ​Bring any and all questions! Ellen will cover topics such as: ​How to approach and write compelling secondaries ​Strategies for standing out with your personal statement ​DAT prep timelines and best practices ​Building a strong activities section ​Letters of recommendation and how to guide your writers ​Application timelines and submission strategy ​What to expect in interviews ​No question is too small—stop by, get clarity, and feel more confident in your next steps.

Letters of Support Tips - 2025

Tips for Seeking Letters of Support Post-Application Submission

Mastering the Bain Interview

​Get an insider’s edge on the Bain interview process in this tactical, high-impact workshop led by Erik Z., a former Bain manager and recruiter. Erik will walk you through what makes Bain’s interview process unique, how to approach both the case and behavioral components, and what top candidates do to stand out. Whether you’re prepping for a first round or gearing up for final interviews, this session will give you practical strategies to boost your confidence and performance.

10 Must Haves to Land Multiple M7 Admission Calls

​Maximize your chances of M7 acceptance! In this powerful session, expert coach Timothy F., a Chicago Booth alum who has guided over 100 MBA applicants into every M7 school, will use his years of MBA admissions experience to unveil the 10 key ingredients for a standout application. Timothy's expertise includes extensive admissions committee experience and a unique ability to coach applicants from non-traditional backgrounds. Increase your odds of landing multiple acceptance letters and securing your future at a top business school like HBS, GSB, Booth, or CBS.

The Non-Technical Manager’s AI Toolkit

AI is useful when it saves time and reduces errors, not when it adds noise. In this practical session, join Noah T. (AI Product Manager @ Ergo) in this session where you’ll learn how to turn everyday work into faster, cleaner outcomes by drafting, summarizing, analyzing, and automating tasks with confidence, using simple quality checks to keep results reliable.

Real-World ROI for MBAs

​For many applicants who are considering getting an MBA today, a key question is whether doing so is worth it and, if so, what the anticipated return on investment (ROI) will be. During this free event, four Leland coaches who have their MBAs from M7 programs share their perspectives on the ROI they've seen so far from their MBA experiences. ​Meet our hosts: ​- Alex M. - current MBA candidate at Kellogg, current Forte Fellow ​- Elizabeth J. - current Citi SVP, Dartmouth (Tuck) MBA, former Forte Fellow, former BLCK VC Fellow ​- Patricia M. - current Zillow PM, former Product Ops at LinkedIn, Duke MBA, former Forte Fellow - Sowa I. - Stanford MBA, former Accenture/BCG consultant

Back-to-School PE + IB Networking

​Kick off the recruiting season with Max A. (Former Senior Associate @ Vector Capital Management) in this interactive networking-focused session for students interested in private equity and investment banking. ​Whether you're preparing for fall interviews or just getting started in the process, this workshop will help you build key relationships, ask the right questions, and make a strong impression. Max will share tactical tips on how to connect with professionals and stand out in coffee chats and info sessions—just in time for the start of the school year.