Leland+ Content Library

Ace Your Interview: The QBQ Method

Learn the "Question Behind the Question" (QBQ) interview method to uncover the interviewer's unspoken intent and give answers that get you hired.

Structuring Drills

Master the art of structuring case interviews with these comprehensive drills. Learn to break down complex business problems and build a winning framework.

How to Write Your First Cover Letter

Write a cover letter that gets you hired. This guide breaks down the essential sections, key tips, and common mistakes for recent grads.

How to Prepare for Case Interviews

Build the skills to crack any case—structure, analyze, and communicate like a top-tier consultant.

Conflict Story: Acing Your Behavioral Interview

Learn how to tell a compelling conflict story using the STAR method. Showcase your problem-solving and communication skills to impress interviewers.

Stanford GSB Interview Prep Template

This spreadsheet is a structured template designed to help candidates prepare for the Stanford GSB interview by outlining key attributes and corresponding stories.

Decoding Private Equity Recruiting: 10 Key Attributes That Hiring Managers are Looking For

A guide to private equity recruiting, outlining the top 10 traits firms seek—from modeling skills to strategic thinking and global perspective.

Advanced Investment Banking Interview Guide

A deep-dive into 15 advanced technical questions with sample answers covering valuation, modeling, M&A, and financial strategy.

MBA Round 1 Application Checklist and Timeline

A month-by-month guide covering every step of the Round 1 MBA application process—from goal-setting and test prep to essays, interviews, and final submission.

Yale SOM Essay – Choosing Challenge to Fuel Growth

A reflective essay tracing the decision to pursue engineering over business, and how embracing academic, professional, and extracurricular challenges shaped a more dynamic and purpose-driven path.

SolarCo Case Interview: Profitability & Regulatory Impact

Analyze a solar firm's flat margins, cost structure, and regulatory headwinds—then recommend targeted improvements for long-term profitability.

Business Strategy & Ops Cover Letter Example – Ex-McKinsey

A former McKinsey consultant highlights experience driving enterprise strategy, transformation, and executive alignment across 20+ projects.

Market Sizing Walkthrough: Global Internet Users

Crack the classic market sizing problem of estimating the number of global internet users. Learn the key data points and assumptions you need to make to solve it.

IB Networking Tracker Guide + Template

This spreadsheet will help you track your networking conversations with individuals at the banks you are reaching out to. You can export the sheet to a file type that is sharable across devices so that you have constant access to the sheet (ex. Google Sheets).

Communication & Building Trust With the Interviewer

Master the art of communication in your next interview. Learn how to build rapport and trust with the interviewer for a more successful outcome.

How to Network into IB

Stand out and get hired. This guide provides a step-by-step approach to networking effectively and landing a job in investment banking.

Private Equity Recruiting: Tips & Advice

Learn the tips and strategies you need to know to break into the competitive world of private equity.

The MBA Resume That Got Me My Consulting Offer

Get an inside look at a successful MBA application resume for consulting. Learn how to highlight your experience and land an offer.

MBA Interviews: What NOT to Do

Avoid the common pitfalls that sink strong applicants—learn what to skip and how to stay on track.

Secondary Story Example

See a successful secondary story example and learn how to create your own standout response.