Leland+ Content Library

Why Wharton Essay - Career Goals & EdTech Vision

An MBA essay outlining a clear path from sales to ed-tech entrepreneurship, leveraging Wharton’s academic and community resources.

Live Growth Strategy Case Walk-Through

Watch a real-time case walkthrough focused on scaling strategy—structure, analyze, and present like a pro.

How to Prepare Your Recommenders

Equip your recommenders with the right info to write standout letters that strengthen your application.

Seeking & Benefiting From Mentorship in Your Career

Unlock growth and guidance by building meaningful mentor relationships that support your long-term success.

Oil & Gas Upstream Technology Case: Advanced

Crack an advanced operations strategy and organizational behavior case for a multinational oil and gas company. This technically difficult case challenges you to address competitiveness issues in the upstream gas division.

How to Write a Cover Letter That Gets You Hired

An ex-consultant shows you how to write a cover letter that stands out and lands you an interview at a top company.

Michigan Ross MBA Essays From an Admitted Student

Discover impactful essays that contributed to a successful application to the Michigan Ross MBA program.

Example: Full HBS Application

Explore a comprehensive HBS admitted application from essays, to recommenders, to a resume.

MBA Resume From a Financial Services Professional

A detailed resume showcasing a financial services professional's experience in marketing, analysis, and leadership.

5 Essential Things To Get Right in Consulting Cases

Master the core elements firms look for and boost your chances of cracking every case.

Beyond the Case: Ace Your MBB Behavioral Interviews

Don't underestimate the power of the behavioral interview in your journey to an MBA offer. Learn from Leland coach Manali on how to stand out in the behavioral interview.

Writing a Holistic Set of HBS Essays

Your first-draft essays for Harvard Business School probably aren't what you think they are. Listen to two of Leland's top coaches help you see why, and more importantly, know how you can elevate them to a point where you can "go to school in the Boston area".

Tips for Making the Most of Career Fairs

Make strong impressions, ask smart questions, and turn quick chats into real opportunities.

MBA Overview: Strategy, Timeline & Tips for Success

Get a bird’s-eye view of the MBA application process—what to do, when to do it, and how to stand out.

Example: Compelling Bain Cover Letter

See this example of a cover letter for Bain & Company. Learn how to showcase your problem-solving skills, leadership, and passion to stand out.

Common Mistakes to Avoid in Recommendations

Don’t let weak recs sink your app—avoid these common pitfalls and set your recommenders up for success.

Hot Wheels Beginner: A Practice Case Interview

Crack the Hot Wheels case interview. This beginner-level, candidate-led case challenges you on market and profitability analysis for a Korean car client.

MBB Internship Cover Letter

Explore a strong cover letter from a Yale student applying for a Summer Business Analyst position at McKinsey & Company.

60 Days From MBA Deadlines: What You Should be Focused On

Deadlines approaching? Learn the critical steps to refine your MBA applications, essays, and recommendations in the final 60 days!

Example Market Deep Dive: LLMs in Legal Tech

Explore the impact of LLMs on the legal profession, uncovering key trends, successful applications, and risks in legal tech.