Leland+ Content Library

How to Put AI to Work For Your Business

​The AI revolution is here, but how can we make it add value for us? Join Arjun B. to look at at least 3 use cases and some general tips to be more impactful in the daily operation of your organization, so normal work becomes faster, easier and better.

Elevate Your Common App: Craft a Powerful Activities List

Are you applying to college and nervous about how to talk about your activities? Join Isamar, a former Stanford Admissions Officer, for this live workshop focused on helping you highlight your story through your activities list. This workshop will help you craft a powerful Common App activities list that showcases your unique interests and accomplishments beyond superficial activity descriptions. Learn 3 strategies to ensure that your application makes a compelling impression on admissions committees, captures your essence, and maximizes your chances of standing out in the admissions process. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your application! Who is leading the workshop? As a former Assistant Director of Admissions at Stanford, Isamar personally reviewed over 7,000 applications. As an admissions consultant, she coached students to gain admission to universities like Yale, Harvard, Stanford, UC Berkeley, Georgia Tech, UVA, Pomona, and more. She has supported both US and international students, as well as first-gen students. Isamar’s personalized, empathetic, and strategic approach ensures that your unique strengths and experiences shine through in your application. Her goal is for you to feel that you are applying as your best self, no matter where you’re applying. Isamar is a proud first-generation college graduate with a BA and EdM from Harvard, and an MBA from Oxford.

Example Harvard MBA Essay - Career Aspirations

This example essay for Harvard Business School answers the "Briefly tell us more about your career aspirations" prompt and focuses on goals to be a cross-cultural leader.

Top 5 Tips for Your Law School Application

Join Indrani as she goes over her top 5 tips to help you put your best foot forward as you apply to law school! A great law school application requires research, authenticity and hard work, and Indrani will help you strategize. She will go over the importance of the LSAT, putting together a thoughtful school list, who should submit letters of recommendation, how to go about writing your essays and the optimal timeline for getting it all done!

Ex-MBB (BCG & Dalberg) Strategy Consulting Resume

Ex-BCG and Oxford MBA Resume High-Impact Template

Activity List for the Common App [Prep Template]

Activity List for the Common App [Prep Template]

Strategy Project List | CV Addendum

Selective shortlist of projects, publications, and case studies to showcase additional information (i.e., 2nd page of CV)

London Business School MBA Application Essays

The essays that got me into LBS (and versions of the essays into UCLA Anderson and INSEAD) with uncompetitive GRE test scores

The Amy Approach: Grad Student Budget Worksheet

A fillable worksheet to help track your expenses for grad school.

Product Manager Resume Example

Product Manager Resume (secured interviews at Logitech, Uber, Intuit, Apple, Asana)

Crafting the Perfect MBA Resume

​Join Leland coach Betsy M. (Former Resume Coach for Stanford GSB Career Management Center) for a hands-on workshop on Crafting the Perfect MBA Resume—a crucial step in standing out during the business school admissions process. In this session, Betsy will break down exactly what top MBA programs are looking for, how to translate your work experience into impact-driven bullet points, and how to tailor your resume specifically for admissions (not just job hunting). ​Whether you're starting from scratch or revising a draft, you'll leave with clear takeaways and expert guidance to elevate your MBA resume to the next level.

How to Get Into a Top Law School Panel

Dreaming about getting into a top law school? Join the Leland team for this FREE event to learn admissions process best practices and exclusive insights from Indrani S. (Former Admissions at Stanford Law), Teddy U. (University of Michigan Law School, and Liz C. (Former Admissions at University of Houston Law). ​Our coaches will share key tips and tactical strategies to help you shine in your applications. If you are interested in applying to law schools, have questions about the process, or just want to receive valuable insight, join us.

Mastering the Bain Interview

​Get an insider’s edge on the Bain interview process in this tactical, high-impact workshop led by Erik Z., a former Bain manager and recruiter. Erik will walk you through what makes Bain’s interview process unique, how to approach both the case and behavioral components, and what top candidates do to stand out. Whether you’re prepping for a first round or gearing up for final interviews, this session will give you practical strategies to boost your confidence and performance.

Ask Me Anything: Entrepreneurship and Startups

Join us for an open Q&A with Rohit A., an experienced founder, startup advisor, and investor. Rohit will share candid insights from his journey building and scaling ventures, navigating fundraising, and working with early-stage teams. ​Whether you’re just exploring entrepreneurship or already building your own company, this is your chance to get personalized advice on topics like ideation, product-market fit, fundraising, hiring, and more. Bring your questions — no topic is off-limits.

Letters of Support Tips - 2025

Tips for Seeking Letters of Support Post-Application Submission

Panel: Get Accepted to Your Dream College

​​​​​​Join Abigail L., Mel B., and Benito N., top Leland college admissions coaches and former admissions officers, for a panel packed with actionable advice to help you stand out in today’s competitive college landscape. We’ll cover everything from building a balanced school list and writing compelling essays to showcasing your extracurriculars and avoiding common mistakes. Whether you’re just getting started or deep in the application process, this session will give you the insights and confidence to apply strategically—and successfully. ​Let's get you into your dream school!

College Workshop: Three-Month Application Plan to Land Your Early Decision School

​Are you a high school student aiming to apply Early Decision (ED) to your top-choice U.S. university? Join Kevin P. for an interactive session that lays out a focused three‑month plan—from now to the Nov 1–15 deadlines—so you can craft a standout ED application on time and with confidence.With over a decade of experience supporting students across the world, he will guide you through the essentials—from weekly milestones and essay drafting to coordinating recommendations, understanding ED’s binding and financial implications, polishing your activities list, and building a smart backup plan for EA/RD. Topics include: ​90‑day ED timeline and task checklist (mid‑Aug → Nov 1–15): essays, supplements, testing, recommenders, and school documents ​Standing out fast: personal statement and “Why Us?” strategy, activities impact, and recommendation packets ​Readiness and backup: score strategy, financial/aid planning for ED, portal tracking, and an EA/RD contingency if ED doesn’t land

Real-World ROI for MBAs

​For many applicants who are considering getting an MBA today, a key question is whether doing so is worth it and, if so, what the anticipated return on investment (ROI) will be. During this free event, four Leland coaches who have their MBAs from M7 programs share their perspectives on the ROI they've seen so far from their MBA experiences. ​Meet our hosts: ​- Alex M. - current MBA candidate at Kellogg, current Forte Fellow ​- Elizabeth J. - current Citi SVP, Dartmouth (Tuck) MBA, former Forte Fellow, former BLCK VC Fellow ​- Patricia M. - current Zillow PM, former Product Ops at LinkedIn, Duke MBA, former Forte Fellow - Sowa I. - Stanford MBA, former Accenture/BCG consultant

Resume — Education Consulting: A Career in Guiding Students

A professional resume for an education consultant, highlighting experience at Kaplan Inc. and Intelligentsia.

Example Cover Letter for a Strategy & Ops Role

See how this ex-consultant used a powerful cover letter to land a new role in Strategy & Operations.