Leland+ Content Library

Deploy Your Own App

​Vibe coding got you to a working app. Now how do you actually get it on your phone, or anyone else's? ​Join Jon Metz, Principal AI Product Manager at Nike, for a hands-on session covering everything between finished code and a real product. Whether you're trying to launch something to the world, get your app on the App Store for a real user base, or just want that AI personal trainer you built last week actually living on your phone, Jon will walk you through how to get there. You'll cover Apple Developer setup, connecting Claude Code to your Supabase backend, the final production checklist, and how to install an app on your own device without touching the App Store at all. ​Come with your own app or use the example. Either way, you leave with something real on a real device.

Applying to College in 2026? Here’s What You Should Be Doing Each Month [5/27/2026] (Recording)

In this session, former admissions director, Loubna Bouamane, will walk students and parents through the real college admissions timeline from May through December — including what actually matters each month if you're aiming for competitive U.S. universities. We’ll cover: How to build a balanced college list strategically When students should start essays (and why waiting until September is risky) How extracurriculars and summer activities should be positioned What admissions officers notice early in the review process Common mistakes students make over the summer Testing timelines, recommendation strategy, and application planning How to avoid creating an application that feels overly polished or AI-generated This session is especially helpful for: Rising seniors applying in Fall 2026 International students navigating the U.S. admissions process Families targeting selective colleges and universities Students feeling overwhelmed or behind

Level up your Product Fundamentals with AI [5/27/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you will know how to use AI tools to sharpen your product thinking, structure clearer PRDs and roadmaps, and identify where AI can accelerate your workflow without replacing the judgment that hiring managers actually evaluate. We will cover how to prompt AI effectively for competitive analysis, how to use it to stress-test feature prioritization, and where candidates consistently over-rely on it in ways that weaken their work. Attending live means you can describe your specific situation and get a direct response, hearing in real time how the coach thinks through cases like yours. This coach works with product candidates daily and will be sharing the patterns they see across the strongest applicants, which is a rare and concrete look at how this thinking actually develops in practice.

How to Stand Out When So Many Use Claude / ChatGPT for Essays [5/27/2026] (Recording)

As AI tools become more widespread in the admissions process, differentiation matters more than ever. This session will explore how applicants can rise above increasingly polished but increasingly generic essays by developing sharper self-awareness, stronger personal narratives, and more nuanced positioning. Attendees will learn what admissions committees notice immediately in AI-assisted applications and how to ensure their story remains distinctive, memorable, and authentically their own.

September Surge Series - Get Clarity (Part 1)

The “September Surge” is when hiring heats up, and I'm here to help you land your next role faster—with less stress and more confidence. Join my 4-part webinar series on Leland to unlock proven frameworks, actionable strategies, and a live demo of a leading job search app—trusted by high-achievers worldwide. Get Clarity on What You Want Description: Kick off your job search with purpose. Learn how to define your career vision, identify your strengths, and set clear, motivating goals. We’ll share proven frameworks for self-assessment and values alignment—so you can focus your job search and feel confident about your direction.

The Resume Formula That Gets MBB Interviews

Learn how top candidates structure bullets, quantify impact, and position experience to pass the brutal MBB resume screen. This document is part 5 of a broader 9-part consulting interview resource kit. Please visit my page for the other templates and guides.

Waitlist Self-Audit Worksheet

• Section 1: Application summary (GMAT/GRE, GPA, goals, recommenders) • Section 2: Strengths (what resonated or differentiates you) • Section 3: Gaps (academic, professional, narrative, or fit-related) • Section 4: Actionable improvements — list 2–3 moves in next 4–6 weeks • Section 5: Reflection prompt — “What new evidence can I show to close these gaps?”

LSAT 101: Final Prep for October and November LSAT

​With the October and November LSAT dates just around the corner, now is the time to lock in your final prep. In this session, Leland coach Zack A., who has helped students achieve top LSAT results, will share strategies to maximize your performance in the weeks leading up to test day. ​You’ll learn how to fine-tune your study plan, strengthen your timing and accuracy, and avoid the last-minute mistakes that cost valuable points. Zack will also cover section-specific tactics and test-day best practices so you can walk in confident and ready. Whether you’re aiming for a score jump or maintaining consistency, this workshop will help you finish your prep strong.

Reaching Out for Recs? Here's How to Make Sure You're Set Up For Success [5/28/2026] (Recording)

Are you gearing up for your MBA applications and wondering how to secure stellar recommendation letters? Join me, Sabrina, for an insightful session on mastering the art of recommendations. With my experience as a Wharton MBA graduate and a member of the student admission committee, I understand the nuances of what makes a recommendation stand out. During this event, I'll share strategies to help you identify the right recommenders, guide them effectively, and ensure your recommendations align with your overall application narrative. Having interviewed industry leaders and held leadership roles at Wharton, I bring a wealth of knowledge to help you succeed. Spaces are limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot and take a crucial step towards your MBA dreams!

How to Ace the Master's Personal Statement

I've helped dozens of candidates land spots at top master's programs in fields ranging from public policy and business to architecture and engineering. In this video, I share with you the essay writing insights that helped me and my clients get into the Ivy League, Oxbridge, M7, and Schwarzman Scholars (Tsinghua University).

Strategy Roles in the Age of AI [5/28/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you will understand how AI is reshaping the strategy function and what that means for how you position yourself as a candidate or practitioner. We will cover how to evaluate which strategic roles are growing versus shrinking as AI capabilities expand, how to frame your experience to reflect genuine AI fluency, and what hiring managers in transformation-focused roles are actually prioritizing right now. Attending live means you can ask how these shifts apply to your specific background, industry, or target role, and hear how the coach thinks through cases like yours in real time. The coach works directly with organizations navigating AI strategy today, and this session reflects the patterns they see across candidates who successfully make the transition into these roles.

Leveraging AI as Finance/Accounting Professionals [5/29/2026] (Recording)

AI is rapidly changing the way finance and accounting professionals work, but many people still aren’t sure how to apply it in ways that are actually useful day to day. This session is for those who want practical insight into how AI can improve workflows, decision-making, and efficiency across the industry. You’ll learn how experienced professionals first integrated AI into their work, the biggest challenges and breakthroughs they encountered, and real examples of AI-powered tools and automations they’ve built themselves. Join live to hear directly from finance and accounting professionals actively using AI in their roles and ask questions about your own workflows and goals. The panelists have spent time experimenting, building, and refining practical AI use cases and will share the patterns they’ve seen around what works and what doesn’t. Expect candid insights, live demos, and practical ideas you can start applying immediately.

Build an AI-Powered Lead Gen System in 45 Minutes (No Code) [5/30/2026] (Recording)

A practical build-along where you design a simple, end-to-end AI-assisted outbound workflow — from prospecting and enrichment to first-touch drafting — tailored for lean service businesses. Leave with a concrete, working outbound system you can implement immediately. Agenda: • 10 min: Overview of the agentic approach (browser agents + human-in-the-loop) and why it beats hiring another SDR • 25 min: Structured build steps — you demo, they follow along with a provided checklist template • 10 min: Qualify who should get DFY support vs. continue DIY Who this is for: Founders of agencies, consulting firms, and service businesses who want to build a repeatable AI-powered outbound engine without writing code. CTA: If you want this system fully built and wired into your tools in 2 weeks, book a System Builder call.

Structure Down vs Build Up Approach

An overview of the structure down approach vs the build up approach for management consulting.

Your Narrative Arc: Current Path vs Dream Career vs Disconnect

Map your current trajectory, envision your dream career, and identify the gap that an MBA can help bridge.

MIT Sloan: Example Cover Letter

An example of a cover letter for the MIT Sloan MBA application.

Build Your Personal Budget with Claude

​Most personal budgets die by February. You build a beautiful spreadsheet in January, miss a week of updates, and never open it again. The numbers stop matching reality, and the plan stops working. ​In this exclusive AI Builder session, Ben Lazaroff will walk you step by step through building a personal budget powered by Claude. By the end of the hour you'll have a working AI that tracks where your money goes, flags when you're drifting, and tells you in plain English whether you can swing that flight home this summer. ​But the budget is just the on-ramp. The real takeaway is the playbook: how to hand any messy, recurring part of your life over to AI. First a budget. Next a meal planner, a job search tracker, a CFO for your side hustle. Same skill, different shape. ​Ben has spent his career thinking about how money moves: private equity at Bain, economic development policy at the Chicago Mayor's Office. Same rigor, much smaller balance sheet. ​You'll be building alongside him in real time. No demo, no notes for later. You'll leave with a finished budget and a clearer sense of what else you could build next.

Brainstorming Workshop

Use this worksheet to pull out your best stories before you write a single sentence.

Anatomy of an Investment Pitch

Crafting a compelling investment pitch is one of the most important skills for breaking into hedge funds and succeeding once you’re there. In this session, we’ll break down the structure of a strong pitch—how to identify the right idea, frame the thesis, assess business value drivers, and anticipate investor questions. You’ll leave with a clearer framework for building your own pitches and standing out in interviews. ​This session will be led by Diyang Y., a Leland coach with years of experience in hedge funds and banking, where he has evaluated investments across industries and geographies. He’ll share insights from the buy-side, common mistakes candidates make, and what interviewers really look for when you present a stock idea.

Communication Timeline & Etiquette Checklist

• When to send your first update (and how often to follow up) • How to structure your email cadence • Rules for event follow-up (e.g., after attending webinars or coffee chats) • Optional updates vs. overcommunication • Template calendar: sample outreach plan over 8 weeks