Leland+ Content Library

Interviewer-Trained ex-McKinsey & Bain Consultants | Ask Us Anything [8/6/2026] (Recording)

Have questions about consulting recruiting that you can't find clear answers to? This open Q&A session is your opportunity to get candid advice from former MBB interviewers who have evaluated candidates and know what it takes to earn an offer. Whether you're preparing for networking, case interviews, behavioral interviews, or recruiting strategy, you'll leave with practical guidance tailored to your biggest questions. Join live to hear from interviewer-trained former consultants from McKinsey and Bain who have firsthand experience on both sides of the interview table. Bring your questions and get honest, actionable advice on recruiting, interview preparation, and the strategies that consistently help candidates stand out in today's competitive consulting hiring process.

HBS Interview Prep: Make Them Remember You [10/12/2026] (Recording)

Congrats on your HBS interview! The hard part is done, now you get to have fun. Yes, I said fun! I loved my HBS interview, and I'm going to convince you to as well and equip you for a memorable interview day. What we'll cover: - HBS interview structure: what to expect from start to finish, and how the conversation flows - Why the HBS interview is the best: what makes it unique and why it works in your favor - How to shine: telling your story in a compelling way and conveying your personal brand - Interview dos and don'ts: the habits that set candidates apart and the mistakes to avoid - What comprehensive preparation looks like: a practical roadmap for the weeks before your interview - Live Q&A: bring your questions and get answers in real time - Special discount for attendees: an exclusive offer for anyone who joins live Whether you're just starting to prepare or polishing your final answers, you'll leave with a clear plan and a stronger sense of how to show up as yourself. Join live and bring your questions!

Get Into A Top MBA Before You Even Graduate College [9/24/2026] (Recording)

You don't have to wait until after college to start building a top MBA candidacy. The choices you make now around academics, internships, leadership, and career direction can shape how competitive your application will be years down the road. This session is for college students who are already thinking about an MBA and want to give themselves the strongest possible shot at a top program. You'll learn what matters most early on, which experiences can strengthen your future application, and how to start building a compelling profile before graduation. Join live for a panel of MBA experts who know what it takes to build a competitive candidacy for top business schools. They'll share practical advice on the moves that can pay off later, common mistakes to avoid, and how to think strategically about your next few years. You'll leave with a clearer roadmap for setting yourself up for MBA success long before you apply.

10 Absolute Must-Haves to Break into the M7 [8/6/2026] (Recording)

Breaking into an M7 MBA program takes more than strong stats. The most successful applicants know how to build an application that clearly demonstrates leadership, impact, and fit. This session is for prospective MBA applicants who want to understand the qualities that consistently set admitted students apart. You'll learn the 10 essential elements of a competitive M7 application, the mistakes that weaken otherwise strong candidates, and where to focus your efforts for the greatest impact. Join live to hear from an MBA admissions expert with Chicago Booth admissions committee experience who has helped more than 200 clients earn MBA acceptances. The speaker will share practical insights from reviewing applications, proven strategies for standing out, and actionable advice you can immediately apply to strengthen your candidacy for top business schools.

What to Learn When AI Can Do the Rest [8/13/2026] (Recording)

Everyone says to learn AI. Almost nobody tells you which parts, and guessing wrong costs you months. This session walks through the major AI career paths and how much technical depth each one actually needs. Some of them reward going deep on one narrow thing. Most reward pairing AI with domain knowledge you already have. The harder question is what's worth learning at all. A lot of what gets recommended right now is a tool that won't exist in a year, and it isn't obvious which is which from the outside. What we'll cover: - The major AI career paths and how to choose between them - How much technical depth you actually need - Specialist vs. generalist - Pairing domain expertise with AI - Durable skills vs. temporary tools You'll leave with a clear direction and a prioritized learning roadmap.

Study & Work in Europe Kickoff: What It Takes To Be an Expat

Moving to Europe for school or work can open incredible opportunities, but breaking into a new country and international job market comes with its own challenges. This kickoff session is for students and professionals considering a move to Europe who want a clearer picture of what it actually takes to make the transition. You'll learn how to navigate international recruiting, position yourself for opportunities abroad, and prepare for the practical realities of studying and working in a new country. Join live to hear from a panel of experts who have studied and worked across Europe and know what it takes to build a career internationally. They'll share firsthand lessons, recruiting strategies, and practical advice for making the move successfully. Whether you're exploring Europe for the first time or actively planning your next step abroad, this session will give you a strong foundation for the week ahead.

GRE Quant: Time-Saving Strategies [10/26/2026] (Recording)

Most GRE quant prep focuses on content review, but running out of time is usually the real problem. You know how to solve the question, you just can't get there fast enough under pressure, and the clock starts eating minutes you don't have. In 45 minutes, Sergey will share his approach to quick estimation, when to skip a question and come back to it, and a few calculator shortcuts that actually save time on test day. Bring your toughest quant question and he'll work through it live.

Read any passage in 1 minute (AND get all the questions right!) [6/22/2026] (Recording)

Learn the technique for reading passages very fast while eliminating rereading and actually increasing your comprehension. You'll save a ton of time, the passages won't sap your energy and you'll avoid the dreaded, "my eyes just glazed over and I have no idea what I just read" syndrome. And the questions will be a lot easier to answer, too! This workshop will be hosted by Bruce H - Wharton MBA and professional GMAT/GRE tutor. Bruce has helped over 300 students achieve their target test scores, and developed the rigorous GMAT curriculum at UCLA!

AMA: Dental School Interviews [9/28/2026] (Recording)

Are you gearing up for dental school interviews and feeling a bit anxious? Join me, Ellen, for an insightful AMA session where we'll dive into the intricacies of dental school interviews. With my extensive experience as a former Assistant Dean at Fordham University and Columbia University, and as a member of the admissions committee at Columbia College of Dental Medicine, I've guided countless applicants through the interview process. This is your chance to ask questions and gain valuable insights to help you shine in your interviews. Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP and secure your spot!

Prepping for Med School Secondaries [6/23/2026] (Recording)

With the med school application season underway, secondaries are just around the corner for many applicants. This event will help applicants begin to plan for the secondary process with tips about timelines, developing content, and making the most of the space you have to share new skills with your schools.

Looking to apply to a MBA program? Join the Live Q+A! [8/5/2026] (Recording)

Choosing between MBA programs can be tough! Is the part time for you? Full time? Executive? Join this live Q+A, where I'll share more about my journey choosing the UCLA MBA Executive program, and how I landed a spot in the Class of 2025. Leave with tips, strategies and insight to make the best decision for yourself. This session is applicable to all looking to choose between MBA programs. Come join! Spots are limited.

Breaking Into Management Consulting: What It Actually Takes This Year [9/9/2026] (Recording)

Breaking into management consulting is competitive, and knowing what firms are looking for can make it easier to focus your time on the right parts of the recruiting process. This panel is designed for aspiring consultants and career switchers who want to understand what it actually takes to stand out in this year's recruiting market. You'll hear experts discuss how to approach recruiting, build relevant experience, prepare for interviews, and position your background effectively with top consulting firms. Attending live gives you the opportunity to hear different perspectives from professionals who have helped candidates navigate consulting recruiting and ask questions about your own path in real time. Our panelists will share practical best practices, common mistakes to avoid, and what they see successful candidates doing differently in today's market. If you want a clearer strategy for breaking into management consulting this year, it's worth joining live.

The Career Pivot Playbook: How to Change Lanes Without Starting Over [10/6/2026] (Recording)

Most people think a career pivot means starting over. It doesn't. It means arriving at the right destination from a direction most people didn't expect. I made the move from Full-Cycle Recruiter and Sourcer at JPMorganChase, EY, and Fisher Investments to People Analytics Analyst at JPMorganChase. No CS degree, no bootcamp. Just a clear why, a transferable story, and a strategy for making the move without walking away from everything I had built. The data backs it up: 80% of career changers report greater happiness after making the move. 77% earn the same or more within two years. The risk is real but it's smaller than the fear makes it feel. The timing also matters: 53% of employers have dropped degree requirements in favor of demonstrated skills. The credential gap that used to stop most pivoters is closing. The playbook has changed. This session is built around that reality. Here's what we'll cover: The Decision: How to tell the difference between a real signal and a bad week, and the excuses that keep people stuck. The Internal Pivot Advantage: The most underrated career move available. Why pivoting before you have to, inside your current company, can change everything. Your WHY as the Thread: Most people answer the pivot question defensively. We build the narrative that makes your non-linear path look intentional, not accidental. The Transferable Asset Audit: You are not starting from zero. We map what already transfers, and identify the one gap actually worth closing. Overcoming It in Interviews: The three pivot traps that trip up career changers, and how to handle each one without apologizing for your path. Live Q&A closes the session. Bring your current role, your target direction, and your biggest blocker. Attending live means you can bring your specific situation and hear how the framework applies to your actual pivot, context a recording can't replicate.

Crack Case Math: Round 2 [9/17/2026] (Recording)

Back for round two: live case math, under real interview pressure. This session picks up where the first one left off. We'll drill the market-sizing, profitability, and mental math that trip people up most in MBB first rounds, not slow whiteboard math, but the fast, structured version you need when a partner is watching the clock. I'll walk through the shortcuts and frameworks that keep your math clean and your logic visible, then work through live problems together. You'll leave with a sharper toolkit for handling numbers under pressure, not just answers to one set of drills. Ex-McKinsey (Johannesburg, New York, San Francisco), Harvard MBA. I coach case prep for MBB-bound candidates on Leland.

How I Use AI at Work: Real-World Applications | Google PM & Career Coach [6/19/2026] (Recording)

“AI doesn’t replace great professionals. It amplifies the way they think, communicate, and execute.” AI is rapidly changing how professionals work, communicate, and solve problems across every industry. The people gaining the biggest advantage aren’t just using AI casually, they’re integrating it strategically into their workflows to save time, improve work quality, and focus more energy on high-impact tasks. In this workshop, I share practical, real-world strategies for using AI effectively in professional environments while still maintaining authentic thinking, communication, and decision-making. Drawing from the ways I personally use AI in day-to-day work, I walk through how tools like NotebookLM and other AI platforms can improve productivity across project management, presentations, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration. Through real examples, attendees will learn how to use AI to build visually compelling slide decks, summarize large amounts of information quickly, and create stronger presentation narratives. We’ll also explore how AI can generate process flows and detailed workflow diagrams that help teams identify bottlenecks, improve operations, and make more informed design and business decisions. The session also dives into one of the most valuable AI applications in the workplace today: project management and prioritization. Attendees will learn how to leverage AI tools to organize projects, manage information more effectively, streamline documentation, and focus effort on the highest-priority initiatives instead of administrative work. We’ll also cover how to use AI for high-impact professional communication while still preserving your authentic voice. From drafting cross-functional updates to structuring executive-ready messaging, the goal is to help attendees use AI as a strategic assistant rather than a replacement for critical thinking and communication skills. This workshop is designed for students and professionals who want to understand practical AI applications, improve their workflows, and learn how to use AI tools more intentionally and effectively in professional settings. Across industries, one trend is becoming increasingly clear: professionals who know how to leverage AI effectively are creating significant advantages for themselves and their teams. RSVP today. Space is limited.

The Fatal Mistakes That Cost Students Ivy+ League Admissions [9/3/2026] (Recording)

Every year, exceptional students with outstanding grades, rigorous coursework, leadership positions, and impressive résumés are denied admission to Ivy League and other highly selective universities. The problem is not always a lack of achievement. Often, it is a series of strategic mistakes that prevent admissions officers from understanding what makes the student distinctive, compelling, and valuable to a college community. In this candid and practical session, we will examine the most damaging mistakes families make before and during the college application process. You will learn why simply collecting advanced classes, prestigious activities, leadership titles, and volunteer hours is rarely enough. Selective admissions committees are not searching for the student with the longest list of accomplishments. They are building a class and looking for applicants whose academic choices, activities, values, and personal stories fit together with clarity and purpose. During this webinar, you will learn how to: * Recognize when a student’s profile appears accomplished but unfocused * Build meaningful depth in activities instead of chasing résumé fillers * Select courses that demonstrate appropriate academic ambition * Avoid college-list strategies that create unnecessary risk * Identify why polished essays can still feel generic or forgettable * Develop a coherent application narrative without manufacturing a “brand” * Support your student without taking ownership of the process away from them We will also discuss when these mistakes typically begin, which ones can still be corrected during senior year, and how families can prioritize their limited time and energy. This session is designed for parents of students in grades 9 through 12 who are considering Ivy League universities, Stanford, MIT, Duke, Northwestern, highly selective liberal arts colleges, and other competitive institutions. You will leave with a clearer understanding of what selective colleges evaluate and a practical framework for identifying gaps in your student’s current strategy. The session will be led by a Harvard graduate, Kellogg MBA, former teacher, nonprofit education leader, and Harvard alumni interviewer who has helped guide more than 1,000 students. Families interested in more personalized guidance will also learn how individualized admissions coaching can help translate these principles into a focused strategy for their student. Register to replace anxiety and guesswork with a more thoughtful, informed approach to selective college admissions. Have a specific question about the college admissions process? DM me before the session - everyone who does is entered to win a free 1-hour strategy session.

Build an Exclusive Lead Engine: From Public Signals to Sales-Ready Leads [9/19/2026] (Recording)

Most teams do not have a lead-volume problem, they have a signal-quality, timing, and follow-up problem. In this practical session, I’ll show you how to design a first-party lead engine that monitors legitimate public signals, turns raw records into sales-ready opportunities, and routes qualified leads into a human-owned sales workflow. You will learn how to evaluate data sources, score records for actionability, prevent duplicates, set up review gates, and measure whether the system produces pipeline—not just spreadsheet rows. This is for founders, agency owners, revenue operators, and professional-services teams that want an alternative to buying generic lists or relying entirely on rising paid-media costs.

Ask Me Anything: The Personal Statement [8/27/2026] (Recording)

Join me, Chris, for an engaging "Ask Me Anything" session focused on crafting the perfect personal statement for your college applications. With a rich academic journey through UC Berkeley, NYU, and Harvard, and experience as a Creative Writing and Personal Statement Coach, I've helped over 60 students gain admission to their dream schools, including Stanford, Harvard, Yale, Columbia, and Brown. Whether you're just starting your application journey or refining your essays, this is your chance to get personalized advice on essays, editing, school selection, and more. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make your application shine—RSVP now to secure your spot!

Talking to Your Data: An Intro to Conversational Analytics [9/16/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you will know how to query your data using plain language tools and interpret the outputs without writing a single line of SQL. We will cover how large language models connect to structured datasets, where these tools break down in practice, and how to evaluate whether a conversational analytics setup is actually trustworthy for business decisions. Attending live means you can describe your specific data environment and get a direct read on whether this approach fits your use case, something a recording cannot replicate. The coach works with these tools in production analytics contexts daily, and this session reflects how they actually think through the tradeoffs, not a surface-level overview.

AI vs MBA: Will Business School Still Matter in 10 Years? [8/22/2026] (Recording)

Curious about the future of business education in the age of AI? Join us for an engaging discussion on "AI vs MBA: Will Business School Still Matter in 10 Years?" where we'll explore the evolving landscape of business education and its relevance in a rapidly changing world. I'm Tomilola, your host for this session. With an MBA from Fisher College of Business and extensive experience as a Senior Product Manager at Microsoft, I've navigated the intersection of technology and business strategy. My journey includes founding TitanRConsulting, where I've empowered over 400 individuals to secure scholarships and Fortune 500 job offers, and leading strategic initiatives at Microsoft that have driven significant revenue growth. In this session, we'll delve into what employers will value most in future leaders, whether an MBA still provides a competitive advantage, skills that AI cannot replace and how applicants should position themselves today. If you're considering a traditional MBA, a part-time program, or an executive MBA, this event is tailored for you. Spaces are limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot and join the conversation on the future of business education!