Leland+ Content Library

Adcom Insider Tip #3

How Top MBA Programs Actually Read Essays (HBS vs GSB vs Wharton vs MIT)

Targeted School Essays

Harvard, Wharton, MIT Sloan, examples

Build a Cohesive Narrative

Understanding The Importance of Each Element In Your Application

School Research Strategy

Culture matching, curriculum, recruiting strengths

Letters of Recommendation

Who to choose globally, coaching recommenders ethically

LinkedIn & Online Presence

Strengthening credibility and recruiter alignment

AdCom Insider Tip #4

Position Yourself on LinkedIn Like a Future MBA, Not Just Your Current Job Title

Extracurricular Strategy

Volunteering, professional associations, passion projects

How to Land Your First Role in Product Management

Breaking into product management can feel intimidating—especially if you don’t have “PM” in your current title. In this session, Britton O. (Product Lead @ Uber), Sameer B. (PM @ Whatnot, Former PM @ Flip & Curated) and Robert E. (Director of PM @ Home Depot) will walk you through what it really takes to land your first role, even without prior product experience. ​You’ll learn how to position your transferable skills, build a compelling story for recruiters and hiring managers, and navigate different PM entry paths—from APM programs to startup roles. By the end, you’ll have a clear game plan for breaking into product management with confidence and standing out in a competitive hiring process.

Leadership in Global Contexts

Influence vs title, cross-cultural teamwork, initiative

Career Story & Post-MBA Goals

Structuring a compelling international career narrative