Leland+ Content Library

Selecting and Guiding Recommenders

Learn how to choose the right recommender and equip them with stories that align with Kellogg’s leadership criteria.

Finance to MBA: Showing Impact and Proving Passion

Breaking into an MBA program from a finance background takes more than strong credentials—it’s about showing real impact and authentic passion. In this session, Leland coaches John N. (Kellogg MBA), Faisal K. (Booth adcom), and Kelsey K. (CBS adcom) will share how to differentiate yourself, connect your experience to your goals, and stand out in essays and interviews. Perfect for finance professionals aiming to make a powerful impression in Round 2.

Defining a Good Mindset & Perspective

Learn how to cultivate a strong, positive mindset and perspective to tackle challenges and achieve your goals in both your career and personal life.

Dark UX Patterns

Learn to identify and avoid deceptive design practices. This guide helps UX designers create ethical user experiences that build trust, not frustration.

The Stanford Essays That Got Me Accepted

A deep dive into the essays that earned a spot at Stanford. Learn how to craft a compelling narrative that stands out to admissions committees.

AFOQT Math Formulas Sheet

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

The Career Accelerator: A Playbook for Your Job Search

This playbook provides a step-by-step guide to your entire job search, from defining your career strategy to negotiating your final offer.

Example Product Management Resume

Resume in LaTeX that has been refined.

UVA Admit Sample Resume [no legal work experience]

This applicant was admitted to several top law schools, including their Michigan, Duke, and UVA. Untraditional background/no legal experience.

Knight-Hennessy + Stanford Law Admit [2-pg resume]

Military veteran with 5+ years professional experience, 2-page resume (admitted to SLS, HLS)

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

How to Create a Winning MBA Application

​Getting into a top MBA program is more than strong test scores and a polished résumé—it’s about telling your story in a way that resonates. In this session, you’ll learn from Rifat M. (HBS), Ben L. (GSB) and Rob R. (GSB, admitted to all M7 schools) about what schools are really looking for and how to approach each part of the application, from essays to recommendations to interviews. ​Whether you’re early in the process or gearing up to submit, you’ll walk away with practical strategies to showcase your experiences authentically and put together an application that stands out.

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?”).

MBA Resume Template with Helpful Notes

Word version of resume template based on Stanford Career Management Center guidelines

Do's and Don'ts of Personal Statements

A quick guide to help law school applicants write compelling personal statements.

Week 1: Thrive Worksheet

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

How to Write a Case Report - Instructions Guide

This PDF document provides the instructions for how to write a medical case report.

Stripe PM Take-Home Assignment Sample

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

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