Leland+ Content Library

Digital Accessibility Slides

Learn the key principles of digital accessibility and how to create inclusive designs that can be used and understood by all people.

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.

GMAT Official Practice Test 1 Walkthrough - Data Insights Section

A complete walkthrough of the Data Insights section from GMAT Focus Official Practice Test 1. Learn the strategies and mental shortcuts to ace every question type.

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.

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.

Example of a Winning Kellogg Personal Statement - Leadership Amidst Uncertainty

A breakdown of an actual personal statement that got a deferred candidate admitted to the Kellogg School of Management, focusing on how they addressed the prompt to "educate, equip and inspire brave leaders who create lasting value."

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!

Tech Cover Letter Structure That Actually Converts

Cover letters may seem like a thing of the past, but that's because most of them suck. Stop regurgitating your resume (they already have it!) and instead make abundantly clear how you'll add value to their team.

Top Unique Resources to Break into VC

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

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.

From Self-Doubt to Self-Belief: Overcoming Limiting Career Beliefs

Are you getting in the way of your own success? This workshop aims to help you identify and challenge the limiting beliefs holding you back from achieving your career potential. Through practical strategies and guided exercises, you will learn to reframe negative self-talk into empowering mindsets, fostering powerful self-belief.

Transform Your Personal Brand

An introspective video to help you clarify, refine, and communicate your unique value across resumes, interviews, and networking conversations.

MBA Resume Guide: Craft Your Winning One-Pager

Build a sharp, results-driven resume that highlights your impact and fits top MBA standards.

Internship Application Strategies

Ready to land your dream internship? Learn proven strategies to craft a standout application that gets noticed by top companies.

Private Equity Resume Example - IB Background

See a resume that landed an offer at Onex Partners. Learn to craft a resume that gets you noticed for top private equity roles.

Adapting your Leadership Style

Learn how to tailor your leadership approach to any situation. We cover different leadership styles and provide actionable tips for becoming a more effective leader.

How to Negotiate a Higher Salary

Learn the proven strategies to negotiate your salary, from the initial conversation to closing the deal with a higher offer.

How to Write a “Why Stanford” Essay That Stands Out

Actionable guidance on crafting a compelling Stanford GSB essay that clearly connects your goals, values, and motivations with what the school uniquely offers.

Columbia MBA Example Essays – Music Education, Innovation, and Leadership

Three essays answering Columbia's prompts on “Why an MBA,” “A favorite class,” and “A leader you admire,” blending a passion for music education with social entrepreneurship, teamwork, and creative leadership.