Leland+ Content Library

New Year, Strong Med School Application

A new year is the perfect time to reset your strategy and strengthen your medical school application. This session is designed to help you approach the med school admissions process with clarity, structure, and confidence. In this event, you’ll learn how to assess your current application profile, plan a smart timeline, and prioritize the elements that matter most—from coursework and testing to personal statements and extracurriculars. We’ll also cover common mistakes and how to position your experiences to tell a compelling story. Whether you’re just getting started or preparing for an upcoming cycle, you’ll leave with clear next steps and a stronger application plan.

LSAT 101: Your Guide to Testing in 2026

If you’re studying for the LSAT and want a fast, high-impact way to see improvement, this session is for you. In this workshop, Leland coach Zack, an experienced LSAT instructor who has helped students achieve major score gains, will break down the single most effective strategy you can apply immediately to strengthen your performance. Zack will walk through how this approach works, why it’s so powerful across question types, and how to implement it in just 30 minutes of focused practice. You’ll leave with a clear, practical technique you can start using right away to study smarter and boost your LSAT score.

Neurodivergent Strengths Workbook

Unlock the potential of your neurodivergent mind and turn it into your greatest career asset!

Top 3 GRE Reading Comprehension Tips for International Students

GRE Reading Comprehension can be especially challenging for international students, but with the right strategies, it becomes far more manageable. In this session, you’ll learn three high-impact techniques to improve accuracy and speed. We’ll focus on practical approaches you can apply immediately, helping you read more efficiently and answer questions with confidence on test day.

How I’d Prepare to Land a SWE Offer in 90 Days (If I Were Starting Today)

Landing a software engineering offer in today’s market requires focus, structure, and the right priorities. This session breaks down how to approach SWE interview prep over 90 days if you were starting from scratch today. In this event, you’ll learn how to structure a realistic 90-day preparation plan, prioritize data structures and algorithms, practice coding efficiently, and prepare for behavioral and system design interviews. We’ll also cover common mistakes candidates make and how to stay consistent without burning out. Whether you’re early in your journey or restarting your prep, you’ll leave with a clear roadmap and actionable next steps

Essays (3): UCLA Anderson MBA Admitted R1

These are the 3 application essays of an applicant who secured R1 admission to UCLA Anderson full-time MBA.

Essays (2): Yale SOM MBA Admitted R1 Class of 2028

These are the 2 application essays of an applicant who secured R1 admission to Yale SOM full-time MBA.

Resume: Army Veteran Admitted to Duke Fuqua MBA

This resume showcases an Army veteran from a non-traditional background who earned R1 admission to Duke Fuqua MBA.

Essays (4): Duke Fuqua MBA Admitted Army Veteran

These are the 4 application essays of an Army veteran who secured R1 admission to Duke Fuqua MBA.

Essays (2): UNC Kenan-Flagler MBA Admitted R1

These are the 3 application essays of an applicant who secured R1 admission to UNC Kenan-Flagler full-time MBA.

The Resilient Job Seeker

Keeping yourself sane and well during a stressful job search and transition

Essays (3): Duke Fuqua MBA Admitted R1 Class 2028

These are the 3 application essays of an applicant who secured Round 1 admission to Duke Fuqua MBA.

Essays (2): Michigan Ross MBA Admitted R1 2025

These are the 2 application essays of an applicant who secured R1 admission to Michigan Ross full-time MBA.

Essays (4): UVA Darden MBA Admitted R1 Class of 28

These are the 4 application essays of an applicant who secured R1 admission to UVA Darden full-time MBA.

Managing Difficult Stakeholders

Learn the different archetypes and how best to manage and work with different stakeholders

Pivoting into Equity Research: Tips for Early- and Mid-Career Professionals

Breaking into equity research can feel opaque - especially if you are coming from a nontraditional or STEM background - but the transition is absolutely achievable with the right strategy. In this session, Diane K. will share practical guidance drawn from her experience covering SMID Biotech and Healthcare at Goldman Sachs and working in corporate development at a venture-backed startup with over $650M in funding. You’ll learn the top things to consider when making an entry or pivot into equity research, how to position your background for research roles, and the key to-dos for getting started with an equity research job search. Whether you are early in your career or making a mid-career pivot, this workshop will help you understand what matters most and how to stand out.

Do Your Deferred MBA in Spain: Interview with IESE Admissions Director

Join Jesse L., a Leland Top 10 MBA coach for international applicants, for a live interview with Patrik Wallén, MBA Admissions Director at IESE Business School (ranked #3 in the world by the Financial Times), followed by an open audience Q&A. This will be the first interview focused primarily on IESE’s Young Talent Path (YTP), IESE’s early-career, deferred-style pathway that ultimately leads into the full-time MBA. While the main focus is on YTP, this session will also be highly valuable for any applicant considering IESE, as it offers direct insight into IESE’s admissions philosophy, values, career development, and case-method-based MBA program. ✨ What makes IESE’s YTP unique Unlike most U.S.-based deferred MBA (DMBA) programs that require candidates to apply during their final undergraduate year or while completing a graduate degree, IESE allows applicants to apply both during their senior year and after graduation, with up to two years of full-time work experience. This makes YTP accessible to a broader group of early-career professionals who may not have been ready to apply as seniors. In this conversation, Jesse will interview Patrik on how YTP works in practice, how candidates are evaluated, and how YTP admits transition into the regular IESE MBA. We will also cover the support IESE provides to YTP admits during the deferral period, including engagement with the school, career guidance, and preparation for joining the MBA cohort. 📌 Topics will include: • What the Young Talent Path (YTP) is and how it compares to other deferred MBA-style programs • Who YTP is designed for and how candidates are assessed • Applying to YTP after graduation with less than two years of experience • What admission through YTP means in practice • How IESE supports YTP admits during the deferral period • How and when YTP participants join the full-time IESE MBA • What the IESE MBA experience looks like • Live audience Q&A 🎯 Who should attend This session is designed to give applicants real clarity on YTP and the IESE MBA, directly from the source.

Gaming the GMAT FE: Advanced Strategies to Break 705

You’re already scoring well, but how do you break into that next percentile tier? This free workshop is for those ready to fine-tune their GMAT Focus performance with advanced, test-savvy strategies. We’ll unpack how the adaptive scoring algorithm really works, how to choose section order strategically, and how to avoid the traps that cost top scorers the most points. You’ll also dive deep into high-efficiency tactics for Quant, Verbal, and Data Insights. Plus learn how your mindset on test day can be the difference between a good score and a great one.

Networking and Building Professional Connections

Building strong professional connections is one of the most important skills for landing your first job, especially in a competitive market. In this session, you’ll learn practical strategies for networking effectively, building authentic relationships, and turning conversations into real opportunities. Hosted by Leland coach Fiona T., who has helped hundreds of students land their first roles out of college, this event will break down what actually works when it comes to outreach, informational interviews, and follow-ups. The session will also cover considerations for international students navigating the U.S. job market, so you can network with confidence and purpose.

Positioning for IB and Buy Side

Breaking into investment banking or the buy side requires more than strong technical skills—it requires clear positioning. In this session, a top Leland coach and IB expert Adam B. will break down how to shape your story, experience, and skill set to appeal to both IB and buy-side recruiters.