Leland+ Content Library

Your First 90 Days: How to Build Credibility and Momentum in Any New Role for Leaders

Starting a new leadership role can be both exciting and daunting. In this session, Matt T., former McKinsey consultant and executive coach to Fortune 500 leaders, will share his proven Onboarding Accelerator Framework—designed to help new leaders build credibility, drive alignment, and accelerate impact in their first 90 days. Whether you’re stepping into a new company or expanding your leadership scope, you’ll walk away with practical strategies to establish momentum and set yourself up for long-term success.

GMAT Reading List and Vocab Tips

Does vocabulary matter for the GMAT? What should you be reading besides practice questions? Top tips from a leading GMAT coach.

GSB Admit - Rec Letter - Direct Manager VC

Example Direct Manager Recommendation from GSB Admit

GSB & HBS Admit - Resume - Finance / VC - Climate

Resume of American admit to GSB and HBS - GS to VC - Climate Tech

GSB Admit - What Matters Most Essay Example

What Matters Most Essay Example - exploring family history, career, and future ambitions at GSB

GSB Admit - What Matters Most - Finance VC Climate

What Matters Most Essay Example - climate, career, and future ambitions

GSB Admit - Why Stanford Essay - Climate VC

Why Stanford essay from finance > climate VC candidate

GSB Admit - Recommendation Letter - Board Chair

Example Recommendation from GSB Admit, by Board Chair of the community service organization they founded

GSB Admit - Recommendation Letter Example

Example Direct Manager Recommendation from GSB Admit

GSB Admit - Resume

Resume for an international student GSB admit - woman working in manufacturing

Ratios and Mixtures Examples

This deck teaches the core concepts of ratios, proportions, and mixtures as seen in the GMAT and GRE. It includes example problems similar to those on the exam. Concepts and problems are explained in a video walkthrough by the author in "GMAT & GRE: Ratios and Mixtures".

Time, Speed, and Distance in GMAT and GRE

This lecture describes the relationships between time, speed, and distance as seen on questions in the GMAT and GRE.

Breaking Into Private Equity

​Private equity is one of the most competitive—and rewarding—careers in finance, but understanding how to break in can be challenging. In this session, you’ll learn what top firms look for in candidates, how to position your background effectively, and what steps to take whether you’re recruiting from investment banking, consulting, or another path. ​Join Wendy P. (Tech PE @ Silver Lake), Pranav M. (4 years in MF/MM PE; 20+ offers), and Derek O. (Vista Equity Partners; ex-Audax Private Equity; ex-Goldman Sachs) as they share firsthand insights on the recruiting timeline, interview preparation, and networking strategies that actually work. Collectively, they’ve coached over 150 professionals into PE roles across top funds!

The New Frontier: Landing a Job in AI

​Artificial intelligence is reshaping every industry—and the demand for skilled professionals is skyrocketing. In this panel, Nitin A. (Senior Director of AI @ Microsoft), David H. (Former Talent @ Meta, Intuit, a16z), and Andrew Q. (Former Head of AI @ Spotify) will share how to break into the fast-growing AI field, even if you don’t have a traditional technical background. You’ll learn what hiring managers are looking for, how to position your experience, and where the biggest opportunities are emerging.

Vibe Coding Effectively as Product Managers - BYU Student Edition

Who is this for? 1) Students trying to break into PM in the AI world 2) Former/Current PMs looking to upskill What will be covered? Pre-requisites before you start Vibe Coding You will learn elements of 1st principles product thinking that are necessary before you start vibe coding How to Vibe Code Learn and Vibe code along with us leveraging one of the many powerful AI Tools available today as part of the session Vibe Coding During Interviews How to handle vibe coding questions as part of PM interviews and how to vibe code during a PM Interview

10x Your Marketing Output with AI

​AI is transforming how marketers create, test, and scale campaigns—but only if you know how to use it effectively. In this session, Albert C., a Leland coach and former marketing leader at Meta, will share the exact tools, workflows, and prompts he uses to supercharge marketing output and creativity. ​You’ll learn practical, real-world ways to leverage AI for everything from content generation and audience research to ad optimization and reporting. Whether you’re part of a startup team or running marketing solo, you’ll walk away with actionable strategies to save hours of work each week and dramatically boost your marketing performance.

M7 MBA Resume Differentiators - School by School Guide

A detailed school-by-school guide on refining your resume for competitive M7 MBA programs

Product Management Interview Prep Cheat Sheet

Want to figure out how to make your examples shine? Leverage this template to create the perfect 'cheat sheet' so you can ace the interview!

How to Land a Job as an AI/ML Engineer

​Breaking into artificial intelligence and machine learning can feel daunting—but with the right approach, you can position yourself for success in one of tech’s fastest-growing fields. In this session, David H. (AI/ML recruiter for Meta & Intuit), Felipe S. (Columbia IT Masters, Expert in Clustering Models & Neural Networks), and Deepa K. (Current Director of AI Solutions, Former Senior ML @ Affinity) will teach you what top employers look for in AI/ML engineering candidates, how to build the right technical and project experience, and how to stand out in a competitive hiring landscape. ​We’ll cover practical strategies for showcasing your skills, networking effectively, and preparing for technical interviews at leading AI-focused companies. Whether you’re a student exploring your options or a professional pivoting into AI, you’ll walk away with a clear roadmap to land your first—or next—AI/ML engineering role.

Telling Your Story: A 101-Guide to a Successful Personal Statement

This video provides a quick overview of what you will need to accomplish in your personal statement and how to get started