Leland+ Content Library

F1 to Consulting

Transitioning from an F-1 visa to a consulting career can feel complex—but with the right strategy, it’s achievable. This session is designed to help international students understand the consulting recruiting landscape and how to navigate it successfully. In this event, you’ll learn how consulting firms approach sponsorship, how to position your background effectively, and what steps to take throughout the recruiting process. Whether you’re early in your planning or actively recruiting, you’ll leave with clearer expectations and practical guidance.

5 Mistakes That Tank Deferred MBA Applications

Deferred MBA applications are evaluated with a different lens, and small missteps can have an outsized impact on outcomes. This session breaks down the most common mistakes that weaken deferred MBA candidacies, from unclear career narratives to misaligned school fit and timing errors. You’ll learn how to avoid these pitfalls and strengthen your application by presenting a clear, credible, and forward-looking story.

How to Stand Out in Private Equity Recruiting

Private equity recruiting is highly competitive—and standing out takes strategy. This session is designed to help you understand what PE firms look for and how to differentiate yourself in the process. In this event, you’ll learn how to position your experience, prepare effectively for interviews, and build a compelling narrative that highlights your impact. We’ll also cover common mistakes and what top firms value most. Whether you’re early in recruiting or preparing for final rounds, you’ll leave with practical strategies and a stronger edge.

How to get a Search Fund internship with no PE background

Most candidates aiming for a search fund internship are not underqualified. They’re mis-targeted. They chase prestige instead of fit, spend weeks reaching out to the wrong searchers, and then wonder why nothing moves. I’m Reuben, founder of Parceros Capital. I’ve raised money, built operating plans, and run internship cohorts where I review work, coach output, and decide who’s ready to be trusted with real responsibility. I’ve also helped people land internships at other search funds when it was clear the fit was better elsewhere. That’s part of how I think about this ecosystem: reputation matters, and you never know where one strong reference can take you. This webinar is for undergrads and MBAs who want a real shot or professionals desiring a career switch without a private equity background. I’ll walk you through how search fund internship hiring actually works, what “fit” really means (stage, thesis, geography, working style), and how to position yourself as valuable on day one. The mindset shift is simple: stop leading with what you want to get out of it and start leading with what you can contribute. We’ll also get clear on what interns should do that doesn’t replace paid contractors. Contractors handle specialized execution. Interns create leverage and trust. If you understand that difference, your outreach lands differently. I’ll share a Fit Scorecard you can use to build a smarter target list, plus a practical outreach structure that earns replies. I’ll also do a quick teardown of a common outreach message and show you what I’d change to make it credible. At the end, I’ll share an optional next step for anyone who wants hands-on help: a short 1:1 sprint where we build your best-fit target list, tighten your narrative, and leave you with outreach copy and a proof-of-work plan you can run immediately. If you want to move fast, RSVP and come ready to work.

Building Your Path to Graduate School Success: 2-5 Years Out

Are you considering applying to graduate school in the next 2-5 years and want to ensure you're on the right path to success? Join me, Bri, for an insightful session on building a strategic approach to your graduate school applications, whether you're eyeing an MBA, MPP, or any highly competitive graduate degree. With firsthand experience as an admit to MIT Sloan, Booth, and Tuck, and a dual MPP/MBA strategy, I bring a wealth of knowledge on what top programs are looking for. My background in government consulting and cross-sector innovation allows me to help you craft compelling stories that connect your diverse experiences into a cohesive narrative. I've successfully coached applicants to M7 and top public policy programs, refining their personal narratives, clarifying post-graduate goals, and strengthening their essays, résumés, and interviews. During this session, we'll cover everything from application strategy and networking to financial aid and testing. Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot and start building your path to graduate school success!

From Idea to First 10 Customers: A Playbook

A session dedicated to walking founders through a playbook for going from ideation to landing their first 10 customers.

Intro to AI Productivity: Everything is 1's and 0's

This is a basic introduction to AI that helps establish simple concepts.

Communication Toolkit for Korean Professionals

This toolkit gives you a simple 3‑layer framework to understand what is happening, concrete phrases and templates you can copy and adapt, and a 30‑day practice plan so you build new habits, not just new insights.

From Tool Chaos to Output Leverage

Most professionals are drowning in AI tools but not seeing productivity gains. This framework is an attempt to combat this by giving you my own workflows and AI tool recomendations.

Kellogg MBA Essay #1

This is an Example Kellogg MBA #1 essay from an admitted student.

Thinking Like a 100th Percentile Scorer: Gaming the GMAT

You’re already scoring well, but how do you break into that next percentile tier? This free workshop is for those ready to fine-tune their GMAT Focus performance with advanced, test-savvy strategies. We’ll unpack how the adaptive scoring algorithm really works, how to choose section order strategically, and how to avoid the traps that cost top scorers the most points. You’ll also dive deep into high-efficiency tactics for Quant, Verbal, and Data Insights. Plus learn how your mindset on test day can be the difference between a good score and a great one.

Talking Your Way into McKinsey (with an ex-Personality Hire!)

Breaking into McKinsey requires more than strong credentials—it’s about how you present yourself. Join this session to learn how top candidates communicate, connect, and stand out in interviews. You’ll discover strategies for behavioral and fit questions, how to showcase your strengths authentically, and what interviewers look for beyond technical skills. Whether you’re preparing for first-round or final interviews, you’ll leave with actionable tips to elevate your performance.

Military Transition - Transferable Skills Inventory

A helpful tool for "translating" your military skills to civilian skills that can be showcased on your resume or in interviews. Could be used outside the military as well.

How to excel in your first 6 months

Are you a new software engineer eager to make a strong impression in your first six months? Join me, Lance, for an insightful session tailored to help you excel in your role. As an Engineering Manager at Lucid Software, I've guided numerous engineers to achieve their career goals. My approach focuses on setting clear goals and ensuring consistent progress, no matter how ambitious your goals may be. With a background in Computer Science from Brigham Young University and extensive experience managing teams of 10-15 engineers, I am passionate about helping you navigate the early stages of your software engineering career. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to accelerate your growth and set yourself up for success.

Choose Your AI Fighter: ChatGPT vs. Claude vs. Gemini

Not all AI tools are created equal—and choosing the right one can dramatically change how you work. In this session, we’ll put today’s leading AI assistants head-to-head to help you decide which one deserves a spot in your workflow. We’ll break down the strengths, weaknesses, and best use cases for ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini, comparing how each performs across real-world tasks like writing, research, analysis, brainstorming, and problem-solving. You’ll learn when to use each tool, how to get better outputs with smarter prompting, and how professionals choose the right AI for the job. Whether you’re new to AI or already using multiple tools, this workshop will help you cut through the hype, work more efficiently, and confidently choose your AI fighter.

Secrets of the Admissions Office: A Former Admissions Officer and Stanford Graduate Break Down Elite College Admissions

Elite college admissions hinge on how applications are read behind closed doors, not just on grades and test scores. In this session, a former admissions officer and Stanford graduate will reveal how files are evaluated, what makes an applicant memorable, and how admissions committees interpret essays, activities, recommendations, and context together. You’ll learn how to avoid common missteps, highlight authentic impact, and build a cohesive narrative that resonates with highly selective schools.

GRE Quant: Time-Saving Strategies

Struggling to finish GRE Quant sections on time—even when you know the math? This session is designed to help you work smarter, not harder. In this workshop, we’ll break down proven time-saving strategies for the GRE Quant section, including how to recognize common question patterns, avoid unnecessary calculations, and make faster, more strategic decisions under pressure. You’ll learn when to estimate vs. calculate, how to spot traps, and how top scorers manage pacing without sacrificing accuracy. Whether you’re aiming to boost your score, break through a plateau, or simply feel more confident on test day, this session will give you practical tools to improve speed, efficiency, and overall performance on GRE Quant.

Positioning Yourself Strategically When Making a Transition

Career transitions into Business Operations require more than transferable skills, they demand clear positioning, strategic storytelling, and an understanding of how BizOps teams actually operate. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to reframe your experience for BizOps roles, identify the signals hiring managers look for, and build a narrative that shows strategic thinking, execution ability, and impact. You’ll leave with practical tools to position yourself confidently and competitively during a career transition.

Military Transition - Translating Your Military Experience

This is a guide to help you translate your military experience (stories) into ones that will land in the civilian world.

Crushing Your Deferred MBA Applications

Applying to deferred MBA programs or curious about the process? Leland is excited to provide this FREE event to cover tips to help you get accepted into top MBA programs like Harvard Business School, Stanford GSB, Wharton, and more. ​​This workshop is hosted by John K, CEO and Founder of Leland. He was accepted to Stanford GSB and HBS though their deferred enrollment programs and will share key tips and tactical strategies to help you submit an application you are proud of. ​​​If you are interested in applying to a top 10 MBA program, have questions about the process, or just want to receive valuable insight, join us. It's completely free!