Leland+ Content Library

Real Stories from S&T - Candid Perspectives (Lifestyle, Pressure, Culture)

An experienced trader discusses the high-pressure environment, the true lifestyle, and the unspoken rules of the trading floor culture.

Comparing S&T to Investment Banking, Consulting, and Asset Management

A breakdown on how S&T differs from other finance career paths in pay, hours, required skills, and long-term exit paths.

S&T Self Assessment

Use this checklist to gauge your strengths and weaknesses against the traits of top-performing Sales & Trading professionals.

Life as a First Year Analyst

Survive your first year. Learn the essential day-to-day tasks, how to manage expectations, and the best way to prove your value quickly.

How Market News Becomes A Trade Idea

Learn how elite traders go from headline to execution, generating actionable, profitable ideas in minutes.

S&T Recruiting Timeline

Don't miss the deadline. Get the critical month-by-month breakdown of when to apply for internships and full-time S&T roles.

How Different Firms Compete in Markets

Deep dive into the strategies, risk profiles, and unique advantages that separate bulge bracket banks from elite boutiques.

Pros and Cons of a Sales & Trading Career

Get the unvarnished truth on the compensation, exit opportunities, and intense demands before you commit to S&T.

S&T Key Skills

Understand the core analytical and psychological skills you need to thrive and get promoted on the desk.

Personalization & Recommendations (Using ChatGPT)

Discover how to use AI to tailor content, messages, and experiences for different audiences.

Tracking & Documentation (Using Notion AI)

See how AI can automate meeting notes, reports, and follow-ups to streamline collaboration.

S&T Overview of Desks

From Fixed Income to Equities, see a quick breakdown of every major Sales & Trading desk and which is right for your skills.

How S&T Fits into a Bank

Learn the core function of Sales & Trading and how it powers a global investment bank's success.

Day in the Life of S&T

A candid look at the intense hours, essential prep, and real-time decision-making of a top-tier Sales & Trader.

S&T Terms Glossary

Master the 20 most critical Sales & Trading terms used on the trading floor every day.

Inside the Trading Floor

Peek behind the curtain to understand the tech, the structure, and the high-stakes culture of a major bank's trading room.

AI Integration Directory

Directory of common AI integrations (Slack, Notion, Google Workspace, Zapier) with ideas for what to automate first.

Exercise: Automate a Team Workflow with AI

Redesign a repetitive team process—from trigger to action to outcome—using AI-driven automation.

Research & Information Gathering (Using Perplexity)

Discover how to efficiently find reliable, structured information using AI-powered research tools.

Brainstorming & Idea Generation (Using Canva AI)

Use AI to spark creativity and enhance team brainstorming through visual and text-based collaboration.