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Application Power Hour: Standout Resume, Essay, & Recommendation Tips
Applying to college or graduate school can feel overwhelming - but with the right approach, you can make every part of your application shine. In this power-packed hour, you’ll learn how to: - Build a resume that shows who you are and what you’ve accomplished. - Write an essay that’s authentic and memorable. - Secure letters of recommendation that strengthen your story. Whether you’re just getting started or polishing your final draft, this session will give you the tools and confidence to submit your strongest application.
Beyond the GRE: Building a Winning Grad School Application
In this session, Leland coach Loubna B. will walk you through how to build a compelling graduate school application that goes far beyond just test scores. Drawing on her experience mentoring students into competitive master’s and PhD programs, she’ll share what admissions committees really want to see in your essays, recommendations, and overall narrative. You’ll gain actionable strategies for highlighting your unique strengths, showcasing research or professional experience, and weaving your story into a cohesive, stand-out application. Whether you’re early in the process or putting on the finishing touches, this workshop will equip you with the tools to craft an application that sets you apart.
MBA Interview Questions
Comprehensive list of MBA Interview Questions asked by the top business schools.
Tightening the Screws: How to Optimize Strategies to Shave Seconds on Quant Problems
Join this session as Marie B., expert GMAT/GRE coach with 20+ years of experience, teaches how to better use classic problem solving strategies such as Back-Solving, Picking Numbers, and Elimination to solve problems more efficiently and elegantly.
How PMs Influence Without Authority
This resource explains how product managers can influence without authority, using persuasion, relationship-building, and clear communication to align stakeholders and drive product outcomes.
5 Tips to Get into Bain
Come hear from a Bain & Company interviewer (and HBS alum) on his 5 tips to land a job in management consulting! Meet your host, Spencer A.! Over his 6+ year long career at Bain & Company, as an Interviewer and Senior Manager, Spencer has coached over a hundred people on how to navigate the management consulting interview process. He has interviewed for the Texas and Colorado offices and has helped dozens of people (both undergrad and MBA) in their process to get into MBB.
Top Leland Coach Reviews MBA Coaching Process with New Oxford Admit
In this session, Leland coach Ben L. sits down with his former client, Greg R., to unpack how Greg built a standout MBA application and navigated the admissions process with confidence. You’ll hear firsthand what worked, what didn’t, and how strategic coaching helped transform his story into an acceptance at a top program. Through their conversation, you’ll gain actionable insights on crafting a compelling narrative, approaching essays and interviews, and avoiding the common mistakes that trip up even the strongest candidates. Whether you’re just starting your MBA journey or putting finishing touches on your applications, this event will give you the tools and inspiration to nail the process yourself.
Worksheet: Practice with APIs
This worksheet gives you hands-on practice working with APIs, helping you understand how to connect, request, and use data effectively in product management contexts.
Number Properties 4
GMAT Number properties 4 of 10
How to Get Into Medical School Panel
Getting into medical school is one of the most competitive admissions processes out there—and having the right strategy can make all the difference. In this panel, you’ll hear from experts who have successfully navigated the journey and now help aspiring physicians do the same. Our panelists Krysta F., Gloria L., and Floriane K. will cover what makes a strong application, how to stand out in your personal statement, ways to approach letters of recommendation, and tips for excelling in interviews. They’ll also share common pitfalls to avoid and insider advice on navigating the process with confidence. Whether you’re just starting to explore a pre-med path, looking to get ahead on next year's application or are in the middle of interviews, this session will give you practical insights to maximize your chances of acceptance.
Develop Your Plan of Attack: Breaking 705 on the GMAT
Develop Your GMAT Plan of Attack: How to Break 705 with Precision, Stamina, and Strategy Crushing the GMAT isn’t about memorizing facts—it’s about sharpening logic, mastering time pressure, and building test-day readiness. In this session, we’ll walk through how to practice effectively, which prep resources to trust, how to simulate the real exam environment, and how to craft a weekly study plan that builds stamina and precision. You’ll leave with a clear roadmap to cross the 705 threshold with confidence.
Resume Power Words
Discover impactful power words to make your resume more compelling and highlight your achievements effectively.
September Surge - Start Your Search (Part 4)
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. Event Description: Execute & Track Your Job Search Description: Learn how to execute your job search at scale: track every activity, manage networking and follow-ups, and use ai automation to save time. See how modern job search apps can support you with real-time dashboards, reminders, and recruiter-led outreach to maximize your results.
Research & Information Gathering (Using Perplexity)
Discover how to efficiently find reliable, structured information using AI-powered research tools.
ATS Resume Format Template
Use this resume template to help you format a winning resume for your job search.
MBA Hiring Trends & Application Goals
What are the latest trends in MBA recruiting? Are your post-MBA career goals aligned with your past experiences and the current market? This session offers insider insight into recruiting trends at top MBA programs, along with a framework for creating compelling, realistic, and ambitious goals that strengthen your application. Whether you’re pivoting careers or advancing in your current industry, learn current trends and best practices for positioning yourself effectively to gain acceptance to a top MBA program and set yourself up for the internship and job search processes. This course is taught by Laura N., a former MBA admissions committee member, pro admissions coach, and accredited member of AIGAC (Association of International Graduate Admissions Consultants). Laura has been an MBA admissions consultant for 16 years and has guided more than 500 clients towards admission to elite MBA programs, including HBS, Stanford, Wharton, and more.
Investment Banking Recruiting: Ask Me Anything
Breaking into investment banking is competitive and often overwhelming—but you don’t have to go through it alone. In this AMA, Max S. (current COO and ex Citi) will answer your questions about every stage of the IB recruiting process. From networking strategies and resume tips to technical prep, behavioral interviews, and navigating accelerated timelines, this is your chance to get unfiltered advice directly from someone who's successfully helped candidates land roles at leading Wall Street firms. Bring your questions and leave with actionable insights to make your recruiting journey more focused, efficient, and successful.
Number Properties 5
GMAT Number properties 5 of 10
Markers of Great Brands
Discover the core qualities that distinguish great brands and learn how to apply them to your own career brand.
Back-to-School IB Networking
Kick off the recruiting season with Max A. (Former Senior Associate @ Vector Capital Management) in this interactive networking-focused session for students interested in private equity and investment banking. Whether you're preparing for fall interviews or just getting started in the process, this workshop will help you build key relationships, ask the right questions, and make a strong impression. Max will share tactical tips on how to connect with professionals and stand out in coffee chats and info sessions—just in time for the start of the school year.
