Leland+ Content Library

Breaking Into Startups Without a Typical 'Startup Background' [6/4/2026] (Recording)

Are you eager to break into the startup world but worried about not having a typical 'startup background'? Join me for an insightful session where we'll explore strategies to make your mark in the startup industry, regardless of your previous experience. After starting off my career in Consulting and VC, I experienced the highs and lows of applying to startups without startup experience first hand. Navigating the the startup recruiting landscape into a Chief of Staff role at a Series B taught me valuable lessons and built skills I'm excited to share. Spaces are limited, so be sure to RSVP and secure your spot. I look forward to helping you embark on your startup career journey!

The Right MBA, Not the Same MBA: Uncovering Program Nuance [6/3/2026] (Recording)

Not all MBA programs are created equal, and treating them interchangeably is one of the most common mistakes applicants make. This session will examine the subtle but important differences across top business schools, from culture and academic philosophy to recruiting strengths and leadership development models. Attendees will learn how to assess fit more thoughtfully and how to leverage program-specific nuance to build stronger school lists and more tailored applications.

Avoid Messy Algebra on the GMAT: Mixtures and Weighted Averages [6/4/2026] (Recording)

GIVEAWAY DURING THE EVENT: Join live for the chance to win a free GMAT Bootcamp seat! Mixture and weighted average questions on the GMAT often look calculation-heavy, but top scorers know how to solve them with far less algebra than most test takers use. This session is for MBA applicants who want faster, cleaner ways to approach these common quant problems. You’ll learn how to recognize efficient setups, avoid the messy calculations that waste time, and apply strategies that improve both speed and accuracy on test day. Join live to work through problems step by step and ask questions about your own GMAT prep. The speaker is an expert GMAT tutor who scored a 790 and regularly helps candidates simplify difficult quant concepts. They’ll share the patterns they see across high scorers and the kinds of shortcuts and frameworks typically covered in focused 1:1 prep sessions.

Co-thinking with AI: Beyond the Hype, Into Your Edge [6/5/2026] (Recording)

AI isn't a search engine — and treating it like one is costing you. In this 45-minute working session, we tackle the cognitive dependence trap head-on: the quiet habit of letting AI generate, decide, and summarize while your own critical thinking atrophies. Leaders and employees who thrive in the AI era aren't the ones who use it most — they're the ones who use it right. You'll leave with practical co-thinking prompts designed to sharpen your judgment, accelerate your best ideas, and position you as someone who leverages AI without being leveled by it. Reserve your spot today!

5 Best Practices for Writing an Excellent MBA Essay [6/3/2026] (Recording)

Great MBA essays don’t just sound polished, they make admissions readers remember you long after they finish reading. This session is for applicants who want a clearer understanding of what separates average essays from truly compelling ones. You’ll learn five core best practices for building a strong narrative, writing with more clarity and specificity, and aligning your essays with what top MBA programs are actually looking for. Join live to ask questions about your own essays and hear practical guidance from an expert MBA coach with dual degrees from M7 programs. The speaker has worked closely with applicants on crafting standout applications and will share the patterns they see across successful essays and common mistakes. Expect actionable insights and feedback similar to what’s covered in 1:1 admissions coaching conversations.

Get Started on Your Deferred MBA Panel: Actionable Tips from Experts

Kick off your Deferred MBA journey with a panel of top Leland coaches who have helped countless applicants earn admits to programs like HBS 2+2, GSB Deferred, and Wharton Advance Access. They’ll break down what you should be doing right now—from crafting your narrative to securing impactful recommenders—to stay competitive ahead of this year’s deadlines. You’ll leave with clear, actionable next steps to start your application strong.

Product leader resume example

Real resume of an international product leader, with experience at Meta, LinkedIn, Vodafone and entrepreneurship.

Review Medium Data Analysis & Arithmetic

This is a review of data analysis and arithmetic with additional medium-difficulty question examples as well as the substitution test method.

Top 10 Ways to use Claude in Your Business [5/11/2026] (Recording)

FREE BOOTCAMP SEAT GIVEAWAY ($999 VALUE). After this session, you will know how to put Claude to work inside a real business workflow. We will cover how to build effective prompts for client-facing deliverables, how to set up simple automation sequences that save hours each week, and how to identify which repetitive tasks in your business are the best candidates for AI handling first. Attending live means you can describe your specific business context and get a direct answer about where Claude fits, something a recording cannot replicate. The coach works with AI tools daily across client engagements, and this session reflects the kind of practical judgment that only comes from building and iterating these systems in the real world.

How to Build an AI Job Search Agent [5/11/2026] (Recording)

FREE BOOTCAMP SEAT GIVEAWAY ($999 VALUE). In this session, you will learn how to build a custom AI agent that automates the most time-consuming parts of your job search. We will cover how to set up an agent that tracks and prioritizes relevant job postings, drafts tailored outreach messages, and flags application deadlines without manual effort on your part. You will leave with a working framework you can deploy immediately, not just a conceptual overview. Lee works with job seekers on AI-assisted search strategies regularly, and the patterns they have identified across successful candidates reflect thinking that is hard to replicate by watching a recording alone.

An Introduction to n8n

n8n is an AI-powered workflow automation platform that connects apps, data, and AI in a visual interface. This guide will teach you what it is, how to use it, and how to get started in n8n.

AI Tools For Venture Capital

This toolkit covers deal sourcing, research workflows and due diligence, financial modeling, and porfolio management for Venture Capital firms.

VC Glossary and Key Terms

Reference sheet covering essential VC terminology from LP to IPO.

Target Fund Networking Tool

Spreadsheet template for researching funds, tracking contacts, and managing your outreach pipeline.

Cap Table & Waterfall Practice

Building and reading cap tables. Understanding dilution, option pools, liquidation preferences, participation preferences, and how terms affect founder and investor economics.

Inside Law Admissions: What Actually Gets You In [5/11/2026] (Recording)

1YR LELAND+ GIVEAWAY FOR LIVE ATTENDEES ($119 VALUE). Law school admissions can feel opaque, especially when strong applicants still struggle to understand what truly drives decisions. This session is for candidates who want a clearer picture of what actually gets you admitted. You’ll learn how admissions committees evaluate your academic record and experiences, what makes a personal statement stand out, and the patterns reviewers see across successful applicants. Join live to hear directly from a panel of law admissions professionals and ask your questions about your own application strategy. The panelists regularly evaluate candidates and advise applicants, and will share the perspectives typically discussed in admissions review conversations. It’s a chance to get grounded, practical insight before you submit.

VC Recruiting Workbook

Template to articulate your unique value proposition and background story for VC recruiting; Evaluate your current track record and identify 3 goals to strengthen your candidacy over the next 90 days.

90-Day Action Plan Template for VC Recruiting

Create a comprehensive 90-day action plan for breaking into VC with your unique positioning.

Crafting an MBA Essay That Actually Stands Out [5/12/2026] (Recording)

FREE LELAND + FOR 1 MONTH FOR ALL LIVE ATTENDEES. Strong MBA essays aren’t just well-written, they clearly communicate who you are and why you belong at a program. This session is for applicants who want to move beyond generic advice and craft essays that genuinely stand out. You’ll learn how to develop a focused personal narrative, avoid common mistakes that dilute your story, and align your essays with what admissions readers are actually looking for. Join live to hear from MBA admissions experts and ask questions about your own essay ideas. The panelists regularly work with applicants on essay development and will share the patterns they see across successful submissions. Expect practical feedback and insights similar to what’s covered in 1:1 coaching conversations.

Build a Job Search Operating System (JSOS) [5/13/2026] (Recording)

Build Anything Series · Event 01 · Free · Live The job search is the most expensive workflow most people will ever run — and the one they're least equipped for. Spreadsheets, sticky notes, half-tracked outreach, lost interview notes. By the end of this hour, you'll learn how to create a complete Job Search Operating System to help you land your next offer. What we'll walk through live: - A real applicant tracker | every role, company, and contact in one view. Status, last action, next step, follow-up date. - Automated outreach + research | pull company context, drafts personalized outreach, surfaces the right people to message. - Synced notes, prep, offer comparison | interview notes that auto-link to the role, prep doc generation per company, structured offer comparison when it's time to choose. Who it's for: - People actively job searching or about to start - Career switchers, returning-to-work folks, recent grads - Anyone who's run a search before and remembers losing track of half of it Not a fit if: - You enjoy manual data entry and Excel-tab chaos - You'd rather pay $300 for a static prompt template that fails instead of learning the principles yourself - You want a one-click magic button I'll be honest about where AI helps and where it doesn't, and how to keep the system running without me. Bring your laptop and follow along, or lean in, watch, and replicate after.