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Essay Analysis: What a Bad Essay Looks Like

Avoid common mistakes! This guide breaks down a cringe-worthy essay to teach you what not to do when writing your college applications.

What Parts of the MBA Application Are the Most Important?

MBA admissions are holistic, but some elements carry more weight than others. Learn what to focus on to stand out and get into your dream school.

Medical School Decider Tool

Unsure which medical schools to apply to? Use our tool to compare different programs based on your top priorities for medical school.

2023-2024 Essay Prompts for the Top 10 MBA Programs

Get into your dream MBA program! We break down the example essay prompts for the top 10 schools.

The GMAT and GRE: A Comprehensive Overview

Deciding between the GMAT and GRE? This comprehensive guide breaks down each exam to help you choose the right test for you.

Chicago Booth: Interview Tips

Prepare for your Chicago Booth interview with key insights and proven strategies to impress the admissions committee and secure your spot.

Portfolio Personal Branding

Learn how to build a powerful personal brand and create a portfolio that gets you noticed. Stand out from the competition and land your dream job.

Ace Your Product Cases: Mini Cheatsheet

Master the essential frameworks and strategies to nail your product mini-case interviews and land the job!

Top Unique Resources to Break into VC

A go-to list of books, newsletters, job boards, and communities to break into venture capital.

McKinsey PEI Template

Template for preparing McKinsey personal experience interview (PEI) stories

Mock McKinsey Behavioral Interview (PEI)

Christina B. and Jeremy S. are two of Leland’s top management consulting coaches, and they’re teaming up to help you master McKinsey’s unique behavioral interview style called Personal Experience Interview (or PEI). Often underestimated, the PEI is one of the most pivotal parts of the consulting interview process. If you can tackle the PEI, you can likely ace any behavioral interview from any firm. ​Jeremy will interview Christina live. Learn what exceptional PEI performance really looks like from a former McKinsey hiring manager whose coaching helped 85% of candidates land MBB offers last cycle. We recommend this event whether you’ve kicked off your consulting interview prep process, or you're still deciding if consulting is for you.

How to Land and Prep for McKinsey 2026 Interviews

Thinking about applying to McKinsey in 2026? Get a head start with this insider session featuring Angela C. and Samantha G., two experienced consultants who have successfully navigated the competitive recruiting process. They’ll walk you through what McKinsey looks for in candidates, how to strategically position yourself before applications open, and the best ways to prepare for both the personal experience and case interviews. You’ll leave with a clear roadmap, practical resources, and proven tips to maximize your chances of landing an offer.

Leadership & Teamwork Questions

Showcase impact and collaboration with structured answers to these top leadership and teamwork prompts.

How to Prep for MBB Internship Recruiting (1st-Year MBAs)

Get insider strategies to stand out in McKinsey, Bain, and BCG’s competitive first-year recruiting process.

Public Sector and Non-Profit Cases

A guide to handling public sector cases, which can be any case type. It covers key considerations, constraints, and how to apply business frameworks.

Strategy and Operations Resume

Resume highlighting leadership in strategy, product success, and experience across healthcare, tech, and academic settings.

Investment Memo: Tango Example

Dive into a real-world investment memo for Tango to understand startup valuation, due diligence, and SaaS business analysis.

Using LLMs and AI to Supercharge Your Personal Brand in Networking

Leverage AI and LLMs to refine your personal brand, create compelling introductions, and stand out in professional networking opportunities.

Template: How to Guide your Recommenders

A comprehensive guide for recommenders to craft impactful MBA letters, focusing on key attributes and application requirements for top business schools.

How to Create a Timeline to Ace the GMAT

Tips and guidance for building a structured, effective GMAT prep plan.