Leland+ Content Library

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.

How to Ace Master’s Interviews

Master’s interviews are your chance to bring your application to life and show why you’re a strong fit for the program. In this session, you’ll learn what interviewers are really evaluating, how to answer common questions with clarity and confidence, and how to communicate your academic goals, experiences, and motivation effectively. We’ll cover proven preparation strategies, common pitfalls to avoid, and tips for standing out across different types of master’s programs. You’ll leave with a clear framework and actionable guidance to approach your interviews prepared, polished, and confident.

Positioning Your Military Experience for an MBA

Military experience can be a powerful differentiator in MBA admissions when it is translated clearly into leadership, impact, and future potential. This session will show you how to reframe service roles into business-ready language, quantify outcomes, and connect your experience to post-MBA goals that resonate with top programs. We’ll cover essays, resumes, recommendations, and interview positioning, along with common pitfalls veterans face and how to avoid them.

Get Your Foot in the Door with Top Banks

Breaking into top investment banks can feel out of reach—but the right approach can open doors. Join Get Your Foot in the Door with Top Banks, a focused session designed to help you navigate the early stages of IB recruiting with confidence. In this event, you’ll learn how to position your profile for top banks, approach networking strategically, and make a strong first impression with recruiters and professionals. We’ll cover common entry points, key mistakes to avoid, and practical steps you can take right now to improve your chances. Whether you’re early in your journey or looking for clearer direction, you’ll leave with actionable insights and a stronger game plan.

The Searcher's Dilemma

In this session, Heather B., who started her first company at age twenty-three and now has 5 companies, will break down what it really takes to succeed in the search fund space—from sourcing deals and raising capital to managing the acquisition process. You’ll gain a clear understanding of the tradeoffs, timelines, and strategies behind search entrepreneurship—and leave with practical advice on how to decide whether the path is right for you.

Review Hard Reading Comprehension & Critical Reasoning

Here we will review reading comprehension, critical reasoning, and the 7 deadly wrong answers. We will also explore additional examples for reading comprehension and critical reasoning and learn some new vocabulary.

Review Hard Algebra & Geometry

Here we will review general algebraic principles, work and rates, coordinate geometry, 2D geometry and 3D geometry with additional examples.

Break Into MBB Consulting

Join top Leland consulting coaches who’ve helped hundreds of candidates land offers at McKinsey, Bain, and BCG as they break down what it really takes to break into MBB. They’ll walk you through the recruiting timeline, essential networking strategies, and how to stand out in both the case and behavioral interviews. You’ll leave with a clear roadmap—and insider guidance—to make yourself a top-tier MBB candidate.

A Skill for Sharing Skills

"/share-skills" will package installed agent skills into shareable zip or .md files, clean tool-specific and user-specific references, and provide recipients with ready-to-paste install commands. To install, run this in your terminal after downloading the file: unzip ~/Downloads/share-skills-skill.zip -d ~/.claude/skills/share-skills/

VC Glossary and Key Terms

Reference sheet covering essential VC terminology from LP to IPO.

Nailing Your Wharton Essays [6/3/2026] (Recording)

Are you ready to craft compelling essays for your Wharton MBA application? Join me, Sabrina, a Wharton MBA alum and former admissions fellow, for an insightful session on how to nail your Wharton essays. With my experience as a co-host on the Wharton Fintech Podcast and leadership roles in various clubs, I have honed the art of storytelling and personal branding. During this event, I'll share strategies to help you articulate your unique narrative and stand out in the competitive application process. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insider tips and elevate your application. Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot!

The Long Game in College Admissions: What to Do Now

College admissions success isn’t just about acing the next test or writing the next essay—it’s about strategically planning your path over time. In this session, you’ll learn how to identify priorities, build a compelling profile, and make choices now that will set you up for stronger applications later. We’ll cover actionable steps for academics, extracurriculars, and personal development, helping you focus on what truly matters and avoid common missteps. By the end, you’ll have a clear roadmap for playing the long game in college admissions with confidence and purpose.

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.

Building Your Path to Graduate School Success: 2-5 Years Out

Are you considering applying to graduate school in the next 2-5 years and want to ensure you're on the right path to success? Join me, Bri, for an insightful session on building a strategic approach to your graduate school applications, whether you're eyeing an MBA, MPP, or any highly competitive graduate degree. With firsthand experience as an admit to MIT Sloan, Booth, and Tuck, and a dual MPP/MBA strategy, I bring a wealth of knowledge on what top programs are looking for. My background in government consulting and cross-sector innovation allows me to help you craft compelling stories that connect your diverse experiences into a cohesive narrative. I've successfully coached applicants to M7 and top public policy programs, refining their personal narratives, clarifying post-graduate goals, and strengthening their essays, résumés, and interviews. During this session, we'll cover everything from application strategy and networking to financial aid and testing. Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot and start building your path to graduate school success!

Market Map Template

Spreadsheet framework for creating professional market maps by category, stage, and competitive positioning.

Behavioral Answer Tool

Framework tool for structuring answers to the most common VC behavioral questions using the STAR method.

Investment Banking Recruiting - 5 Top Tips to Stand Out

Are you looking to break into investment banking as your next career move? Join Alejandro A., a seasoned investment banking and private equity professional, for an exclusive session where he will share essential strategies to help you stand out in the highly competitive recruiting process. ​​With over 10 years of experience, Alejandro has worked at prestigious firms like Goldman Sachs, where he served as an Investment Banking Associate, and at Fanatics, as Director of M&A. He also co-founded Harbor Street Capital, a private equity fund, and has mentored over 200 students who have gone on to secure positions at top firms such as Goldman Sachs, Evercore, JPMorgan, and Morgan Stanley. ​​In this event, Alejandro will provide insider insights into how to successfully navigate the investment banking recruitment process and stand out as a top candidate.

F1 to Consulting

Transitioning from an F-1 visa to a consulting career can feel complex—but with the right strategy, it’s achievable. This session is designed to help international students understand the consulting recruiting landscape and how to navigate it successfully. In this event, you’ll learn how consulting firms approach sponsorship, how to position your background effectively, and what steps to take throughout the recruiting process. Whether you’re early in your planning or actively recruiting, you’ll leave with clearer expectations and practical guidance.

From Overwhelmed to In Control: Your Job Search Game Plan

Job searching today can feel overwhelming, whether you’re just starting to explore, actively applying, or navigating an unexpected transition. With endless advice, conflicting strategies, and pressure to move quickly, many professionals find themselves stuck in reactive mode, unsure where to focus or how to build momentum. As we kick off Job Search Week, Amy will walk you through her practical Dream. Plan. Do. Live. framework, a step by step approach shaped by her experience as a hiring manager and senior leader in tech, and refined through what has consistently helped her clients land roles and advance in this market. You’ll leave with a simple, practical game plan that brings clarity, structure, and intention to an otherwise overwhelming job search process.

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.