Leland+ Content Library

MBA Application Teardown: Transform Your “Why MBA / Why Now” Essay [7/16/2026] (Recording)

Struggling with your Why MBA, Why Now essay? You are not alone. This session is the opening of a three-part MBA Application Teardown series, where I take real, anonymized application materials, tear them down the way an admissions reader would, and rebuild them into something sharper and more memorable, live and in front of you. We begin with the essay at the center of every application: the goals essay that answers why you want an MBA and why now. Across the three sessions, we rebuild the pieces that carry the most weight: your goals essay, your short answers, and your resume. Attend all three to see how a complete application comes together as one coherent story, or drop into the single session you need most. In this teardown, you will watch a generic goals essay become a specific, compelling one: • See how an essay that feels deeply personal to the writer reads as generic to an admissions officer, and exactly why. • Learn the difference between stating your ambition and making it credible and memorable. • Watch vague career goals sharpen into a clear, believable through-line of why an MBA and why now. • See how the rebuilt essay becomes the spine that every other part of your application must reinforce. This is the essay everything else hangs on. Once your goals essay is sharp, your resume, short answers, recommendations, and interviews all have a center of gravity to point toward. Getting it right is challenging because you cannot read your own goals the way a stranger will. Watching it happen to someone else's essay is a great way to see your own clearly. I have guided more than 100 applicants into every M7 program, across the top 20 in the U.S., and into leading international programs, including INSEAD, London Business School, IESE, Esade, Oxford, Cambridge, NUS, and more. Get the essays that everything else depends on admission-ready. Register now to claim your spot in the live teardown.

Investment Banking 101: Introduction to the Income Statement & Company Valuation [7/6/2026] (Recording)

This session is designed for rising college sophomores who are interested in exploring careers in investment banking. We will cover the fundamentals of the income statement—including revenue, expenses, and profitability—through the example of an apple orchard. Students will also receive an introduction to the most common valuation methodologies used in investment banking, including comparable company analysis, precedent transactions, and discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis. The goal is not to master these concepts in one session, but to develop a foundational understanding of how finance professionals analyze businesses and determine value. By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to understand the key line items of the income statement and explain the primary valuation methodologies used in investment banking. No prior finance experience is required.

How to Stand Out When So Many Use Claude / ChatGPT for Essays [7/21/2026] (Recording)

As AI tools become more widespread in the admissions process, differentiation matters more than ever. This session will explore how applicants can rise above increasingly polished but increasingly generic essays by developing sharper self-awareness, stronger personal narratives, and more nuanced positioning. Attendees will learn what admissions committees notice immediately in AI-assisted applications and how to ensure their story remains distinctive, memorable, and authentically their own.

What AI Can’t Do in MBA Admissions [7/14/2026] (Recording)

Artificial intelligence has transformed how applicants brainstorm, draft, and prepare for business school applications, but the strongest MBA applications still require far more than polished prose. This session will break down where AI can help, where it often hurts, and the critical aspects of strategy, reflection, and storytelling that technology cannot replicate. Attendees will learn why top admissions committees continue to reward authenticity, judgment, and narrative depth, and how to use AI as a tool without allowing it to dilute what makes an application compelling.

MIT Rnd 1 Drop in Q&A - Know your story and uniqueness. Not cookie cutter advice [7/27/2026] (Recording)

MIT Sloan is not a generic top-10 MBA program. It has a distinct culture, a distinct type of student it is looking for, and a genuinely unusual application process. If you are targeting Sloan, you need to understand all three. This session is specifically for serious MIT Sloan applicants. We will cover: - What MIT Sloan is actually like — the culture, the "mens et manus" philosophy, Action Learning, the cohort model, and what kind of person actually thrives there - Classes and programs worth knowing — specific electives, labs, and tracks that should be showing up in your application - The MIT application quirks — the cover letter format, the video statement, what they are really asking, and how to answer without sounding like everyone else - How to nail your story for Sloan specifically — MIT wants builders, doers, and people with a point of view. How do you show that? - Honest answers to your specific questions — bring your draft cover letter, your concerns, your "is this school right for me" doubts

How to Tell If You’re Ready to Apply to Medical School [6/19/2026] (Recording)

**How to Tell If You’re Ready to Apply to Medical School** Many students focus on GPA and MCAT scores when deciding whether they are ready to apply to medical school. However, successful applications are built on much more than academic metrics alone. In this presentation, we'll explore the questions that many pre-med students, gap year applicants, and reapplicants find themselves asking before submitting their applications: * Is my GPA strong enough? * Is my MCAT score competitive? * Do I have enough clinical experience? * Are my extracurriculars meaningful and impactful? * What hidden weaknesses might I be missing? * Should I apply this cycle or wait? * Would a gap year help me? * Am I emotionally ready for the application process? Through a holistic admissions lens, we'll discuss what medical schools are truly looking for beyond numbers, including academic readiness, clinical and service experiences, personal narrative development, application strategy, and emotional preparedness. Whether you're preparing for your first application cycle, considering a gap year, or planning a reapplication, this session will help you evaluate your strengths, identify areas for growth, and make informed decisions about your timeline. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of what makes an application feel genuinely competitive, cohesive, and ready for submission. **Hosted by Dr. Vicki**, a board-certified physician advisor with more than 17 years of medical admissions advising experience helping applicants across the United States and internationally navigate the path to medical school.

Job Scout: Live Demo & Walkthrough — Free AI-Powered Job Search Tool [7/18/2026] (Recording)

A full walkthrough covering how Job Scout works — multi-platform simultaneous search (LinkedIn, Indeed, Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, Google Jobs), CV upload for skill extraction, live filtering, CSV export, direct company career links, and full local/private operation. https://github.com/Jmx097/Job-Scout-public

Inside the Interview Room: Live McKinsey Case, Ex-McKinsey & HBS MBA

⏱ Timestamps 00:00 Welcome & introductions 14:08 Why smart people still fail the McKinsey case 17:22 The 4 things your interviewer is scoring 19:04 Live case: XYZ Holiday Parks 59:55 Next steps The McKinsey case interview is one of the highest-stakes 45 minutes in consulting recruiting. Most candidates walk in without ever having seen what the interviewer is actually scoring. In this live session, I'll walk you through a real McKinsey-style case from start to finish. Clarifying questions, structure, data analysis, the math, and the recommendation. Along the way I'll show you what McKinsey interviewers are really listening for at each stage. The things that separate a good answer from a great one, and where most candidates lose points without realizing it. I've been on both sides of the table. I worked at McKinsey across Johannesburg, New York and San Francisco, did my MBA at Harvard, and I've coached friends and classmates into McKinsey, BCG, Bain and other top firms. Whether you've got an interview in three weeks or you're just starting to think about consulting, you'll leave with a clear picture of how MBB interviews actually work and a much sharper sense of what your own prep should focus on next. One thing worth checking before you post: YouTube only auto-links timestamps into clickable chapters if the first one starts at 00:00 and there are at least three total, both true here, so this should render as a proper chapter bar under the video. No dashes or brackets needed, just time then a space then the label.

My Techniques for Reading Comprehension as a Twice-Perfect Verbal Scorer [7/24/2026] (Recording)

Are you aiming to boost your GRE verbal score and master reading comprehension? Join me for an insightful session where I'll share my techniques as a twice-perfect verbal scorer. We will walk through a set of questions live and you can ask me any questions you have about the RC section of the test.

Law School Application Timeline (& Dual Degrees) [6/23/2026] (Recording)

**GIVEAWAY FOR LIVE ATTENDEES: $50 COACHING CREDIT** A strong law school application is rarely built at the last minute. The most successful applicants understand what needs to happen months before they ever hit submit. This session is for aspiring law students who want a clear roadmap for the application process, including key milestones, deadlines, and considerations for dual-degree programs. You’ll learn how to structure your timeline, prioritize the right activities at the right stages, and avoid common mistakes that can create unnecessary stress or weaken an application. Join live to hear from two University of Pennsylvania Law graduates who are now law admissions experts. Drawing from both personal experience and years of advising applicants, they’ll walk through what an effective application timeline actually looks like and how candidates can stay ahead throughout the process. Whether you're applying to a JD program or exploring dual-degree options, you'll leave with a practical plan for moving forward with confidence.

Admissions Insights Part 3: Build a Compelling Narrative for Grad School Apps [7/20/2026] (Recording)

What makes a compelling narrative for grad school applicants with non-traditional backgrounds? Join me as I break down some of my insights in is Part 3 of this Admissions Insider Series, where I share my perspective as a former AdCom member of Carnegie Mellon University's MSCF program (the #3 financial engineering master's in the US). I'll also share what I've learned coaching 500+ applicants to graduate programs, including students admitted to Stanford, Yale, Duke, Columbia, UChicago, Cornell, and others. Spaces are limited, so be sure to RSVP and secure your spot today!

MBA Essay Bootcamp: How to tell a story no other applicant can [6/18/2026] (Recording)

Unlock the secrets to crafting an unforgettable MBA essay with our MBA Essay Bootcamp! Join me, Hanie, as we dive into the art of storytelling that sets you apart from the competition. With my background as a Schwarzman Scholar at Tsinghua University and an MBA graduate from Columbia Business School, I bring a wealth of experience in admissions and essay crafting. In this session, we'll explore how to weave your unique experiences into a compelling narrative that resonates with admissions committees. Whether you're just starting your application journey or looking to refine your essays, this bootcamp is designed to elevate your application strategy. Spaces are limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot and take the first step towards your dream MBA program!

Core Values: Your College Essay Superpower [6/19/2026] (Recording)

What makes a college essay truly unforgettable? More often than not, it comes down to one thing: a clear sense of the applicant's core values. As someone who has coached 150+ college applicants—with clients admitted to all 8 Ivy League schools, Stanford, UChicago, and more—I know that students who understand their core values write stronger essays, build more cohesive applications, and approach the process with greater confidence. In this webinar, I'll show you what core values actually are (and what they're not). We'll explore why they matter across your entire application (not just your personal statement), and how to identify and use yours to write college essays that only you could have written. Whether you're working on your personal statement, UC PIQs, or supplemental essays, this webinar will give you the tools to make every essay feel unmistakably yours.

Win on LinkedIN with Claude and Apify [7/9/2026] (Recording)

Unlock the power of LinkedIn with AI! Join me, as we explore how Claude and Apify can revolutionize your LinkedIn strategy. With my experience in AI research and development, and a background in creating tailored automation solutions, I'll guide you through the fundamentals of AI agents and research, and how they can be leveraged for content and creative marketing. Whether you're looking to enhance your growth marketing strategies or streamline organizational processes, this session will provide you with the insights you need to succeed. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your LinkedIn presence with AI. Secure your spot today!

How High Performers Prioritize, Focus & Execute [7/14/2026] (Recording)

Staying busy is not the same thing as making meaningful progress. Many professionals spend their days reacting to emails, meetings, and competing priorities, only to end the week feeling overwhelmed and unsure whether they focused on the work that actually mattered most. In this session, we’ll discuss practical systems high performers use to prioritize effectively, focus their attention, and execute consistently without becoming reactive or overloaded. We’ll cover: - Why attention is one of the biggest drivers of performance - How to identify and prioritize your highest-impact work - Practical frameworks for managing competing priorities and executing more consistently - How to reduce overwhelm and operate more intentionally - Simple systems to improve focus, consistency, and productivity This session is designed for professionals who want to improve their focus, execution, and effectiveness at work without constantly feeling scattered or overloaded. This workshop is part of a free 3-part Sustainable High Performance series for ambitious professionals.

AI Can't Do Everything. Here's What It Can Do. [6/9/2026] (Recording)

With so much conversation around AI, it can be hard to separate real capabilities from inflated expectations. This session is designed for professionals, builders, and curious learners who want a practical understanding of where AI creates value—and where it still falls short. You’ll learn how to identify high-impact use cases, understand the types of tasks AI handles best, and recognize the limitations that still require human judgment, context, and decision-making. Attending live gives you the opportunity to ask questions about your own workflows and challenges and get real-time guidance on how AI can fit into them. The speaker works closely with individuals and teams adopting AI and will share the patterns they see across successful implementations, along with how they evaluate where AI meaningfully improves outcomes versus where it adds complexity. If you want a more grounded understanding of what AI can realistically do today, it’s worth joining live.

What an AI-Native Org Actually Looks Like (And Why Yours Probably Isn't) [6/4/2026] (Recording)

Most teams are experimenting with AI, but far fewer have figured out what it actually means to build an AI-native organization. This session is designed for leaders, operators, and professionals who want to understand how AI changes the way teams make decisions, structure workflows, and create leverage across an organization. You’ll learn what distinguishes AI-native companies from teams simply layering on tools, how workflows and roles evolve in practice, and the organizational patterns that emerge when AI becomes part of day-to-day operations. Attending live gives you the opportunity to ask questions about your own team, workflows, or implementation challenges and get feedback in real time. The speaker works closely with organizations navigating AI adoption and will share the patterns they see across teams, along with how they evaluate what is actually driving impact versus creating noise. If you're thinking seriously about what AI adoption should look like in practice, it’s worth joining live.

AADSAS is Open--Lets Talk Strategy! [6/22/2026] (Recording)

Are you gearing up to submit your AADSAS application but feeling unsure about the final touches? Join me for an insightful session focused on perfecting your dental school application. With over two decades of experience in prehealth advising and admissions at prestigious institutions like Columbia University and Fordham University, I've guided countless applicants to success. During this event, I'll share key strategies to enhance your application and ensure it stands out. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and boost your confidence before hitting submit. Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot!

Admissions Insights Part 1: Should You Go to Grad School? [7/9/2026] (Recording)

Are you contemplating whether grad school is the right path for you? Ask yourself these 5 questions first. This is Part 1 of my Admissions Insider Series, where I share my perspective as a former AdCom member of Carnegie Mellon University's MSCF program (the #3 financial engineering master's in the US). I'll share what I wish I knew about my own Master's program, as well as what I've learned from coaching 500+ applicants to graduate programs, including students admitted to Stanford, Yale, Duke, Columbia, UChicago, Cornell, and others. Spaces are limited, so be sure to RSVP and secure your spot today!

The Dos and Don't for Using AI in Case Prep [6/25/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you'll know exactly where AI accelerates your case prep and where it quietly works against you. We'll cover how to use AI tools to build structured practice frameworks, why AI-generated feedback often reinforces bad habits in structuring profitability cases, and how to spot the difference between useful output and confident-sounding noise. Attending live means you can describe your actual prep situation and get a direct answer calibrated to where you are right now, not a general response a recording can offer. The coach works with consulting candidates daily and will share the patterns that separate candidates who use AI as a crutch from those who use it to sharpen real case judgment.