Leland+ Content Library

Private Equity Recruiting: Tips & Advice

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

IB Application Tracker with Email Formats

This downloadable spreadsheet is an Investment Banking application tracker that includes pre-formatted email templates to streamline the application process.

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).

Framework: RICE (Prioritization)

Learn the RICE scoring model (Reach, Impact, Confidence, Effort) to make data-driven decisions and build a product roadmap that delivers maximum value.

Private Equity Firms: What You Need to Know

This guide provides an overview of the private equity industry, including key players, different firm types, and the basics of how they operate.

INSEAD Example Essays – Product Leadership, Global Agility, and Restless Curiosity

A complete INSEAD essay set featuring career goals in product management, reflections on cultural agility and personal growth, and stories of building cross-border relationships and learning through service, improv, and exploration.

MBA Interviews: What NOT to Do

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

McKinsey Imbellus Examples: A Guide to the Problem Solving Game

An overview of the different scenarios in the McKinsey Problem Solving Game (Imbellus), with key strategies and tips to succeed. Learn how to approach the ecosystem, Redrock, and Seawolf mini-games.

The Key Valuation Methodologies in Investment Banking

Unlock the core valuation methodologies used in investment banking to analyze companies and make informed financial decisions.

Deferred MBA Example Resume – Consulting, Tech, and Leadership

Resume featuring top-tier consulting experience, strong academic performance, and leadership in pro bono and competitive extracurriculars, tailored for deferred MBA programs.

Preparing Your MBA Recommender Prep Packets

Learn how to create comprehensive packets that empower your recommenders to write powerful, impactful letters for your application.

Best-in-Class MBA Resume Template

Use this template to create your own killer resume using best practices that MBA admissions committees will want to see.

Example IB Cover Letter — Morgan Stanley Summer Analyst

This cover letter is from a UPenn Math and Women's Studies student who landed a role at Morgan Stanley as a summer analyst.

Haas Example Essays: Launching a Social Impact Venture

Discover how to craft compelling Haas essays that showcase your entrepreneurial vision for social impact and highlight your passion for helping others.

Wharton Deferred Essays – Food Systems, Health Equity, and Community

Two essays outlining a bold vision for leading innovation in the plant-based space and a deep commitment to equity-driven impact through food, health, and student engagement.

Tips for Your Virtual MBA Interviews

Nail the format with tips on setup, presence, and delivery to stand out on screen.

Walkthrough of a Good MBA Resume

Listen to an expert coach explain what makes a strong MBA resume with tangible examples.

AI Software Case Interview: Market Sizing Walkthrough

Practice estimating a $50B+ AI market using real assumptions—perfect for mastering structure and mental math in tech-focused cases.

Mastering LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Handshake & More

Use top platforms strategically to research roles, build your brand, and land your next opportunity.

Persuasion Story Example: Behavioral Interview Guide

A sample persuasion story for a behavioral interview, detailing how to use data and a clear business case to get buy-in from a skeptical boss.