Leland+ Content Library
MBA Application Tracker – Multi-School Progress Sheet
A spreadsheet to manage deadlines, task completion, recommender status, and materials across multiple MBA programs.
Columbia Business School: Essay Prompt Walkthrough Guide
Guidance on how to approach Columbia Business School's essay prompts.
Building Your Recommender Packets for Grad School
Crafting strong recommendation letters starts long before your recommender begins writing—and a well-built recommender packet can make all the difference. In this session, a top Leland coach and dual HBS / HKS admit Reagan C. will walk you through exactly what to include, how to organize it, and how to make your recommenders' jobs easier while ensuring they highlight your strongest qualities. You'll learn what admissions committees look for, how to frame your achievements effectively, and how to set your recommenders up to write letters that truly elevate your application.
The Fit Formula: How to Choose Your Target Schools
Are you an MBA applicant wondering how to choose the right schools for your unique profile and aspirations? Join me, Ellin L., for this session, where we'll dive into the art of school selection and application strategy. Choosing where to apply isn’t just about rankings. It’s about finding the right match for you. In this session, we’ll walk through a simple, diagnostic framework (The Fit Formula) that helps you evaluate programs based on what actually matters: alignment with your goals, competitiveness of your profile, and long-term career potential. With over a decade of experience and a 98.9% success rate, I've guided hundreds of applicants to top programs like Harvard, Stanford, and Wharton. As the founder of Ellin Lolis Consulting, I specialize in helping you stand out by crafting a powerful personal brand and connecting your story to each program. In this session, I'll share my proven methodology to simplify the process and maximize your results. Whether you're considering a traditional full-time MBA, deferred, executive, part-time, or online MBA, this event is designed to help you make informed decisions and build a compelling application.
Top 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Applying to Dental School
Applying to dental school can feel overwhelming, especially when you don’t know what to expect. In this workshop, Marina P., a Columbia University dental student and research assistant, will share the top 10 things she wishes she had known before starting her own journey. From navigating prerequisites and the application timeline to writing compelling personal statements and preparing for interviews, Marina will provide practical insights to help you avoid common mistakes and strengthen your candidacy. Whether you’re just beginning to explore dentistry or gearing up to submit applications, this session will leave you with clarity and confidence for the road ahead.
Making a Law School Prep Plan: How to Ace the LSAT and your Application
Applying to law school takes strategy—from your LSAT prep timeline to how you craft your personal statement. In this session, expert Leland coaches Eshaan S. and Machmud M. will walk you through how to build a smart, structured plan that sets you up for success across every part of the process. By the end, you’ll have a clear roadmap for tackling the LSAT, managing your application materials, and presenting your best self to admissions committees.
GSB Recommender Packet – Strategy, Examples, and School Fit
A detailed support packet for MBA recommenders, including applicant background, key themes, timelines, and tailored guidance for Stanford, Haas, and Anderson.
Your Dental School Application Timeline, Starting Freshman Year
A comprehensive guide for pre-dental students to plan their four years, from coursework and extracurriculars to a successful application.
Personal Statement — University of Maryland School of Dentistry
An aspiring dental student's personal statement, covering her journey from family pressure to mentorship and global health outreach.
Your Path from Law School to Big Law
Breaking into Big Law takes more than strong grades—it requires strategy, timing, and a clear understanding of how the recruiting process really works. In this workshop, Teddy U.—a legal professional who has worked across multiple major markets and top Big Law firms—will share insider insights on how to navigate recruiting and land your ideal position. Drawing on his experience successfully recruiting in four metro markets, Teddy will walk you through how to identify the right firms for you, prepare for interviews, and manage the often-overwhelming on-campus and market recruiting processes. Whether your goal is to secure your first Big Law offer or make a strategic lateral move, this session will give you actionable guidance to chart your path with clarity and confidence.
MBA Application Tracker for Multiple Schools
Download a pre-formatted tracker to help you organize all of your MBA application tasks.
Tailoring Your Story for Different Schools
Adapt your core story for different MBA programs while maintaining consistency and authenticity.
Tailoring Your Story for Different Schools
Adapt your core story for different MBA programs while maintaining consistency and authenticity.
Tailoring Your Story for Different Schools
Adapt your core story for different MBA programs while maintaining consistency and authenticity.
"What Will You Bring to Our School?": A Guide
A comprehensive guide to answering the "contribution" question on your application, with tips for crafting a unique and authentic response.
Example Resume - Current Law School Student Applying to BigLaw
See how this resume frames founding a zero-waste business, internships in energy and tech, and a legal fellow role to break into BigLaw.
Example- A Law School Diversity Statement Beyond the Obvious
This essay uses a unique, personal story about a multinational family and cultural identity to craft a memorable and effective diversity statement.
Dental Application Example Essays
Stanford GSB | Why This School | Manufacturing / Industrial / Energy | White | Male
Craft a compelling "Why Stanford GSB" essay for manufacturing, industrial, or energy sector applicants.
Columbia Business School Essay Examples– Fashion, Sustainability, and Inclusive Leadership
A set of CBS essays from an admitted applicant, weaving together a passion for heritage fashion, operational sustainability, and community building through DEI initiatives.
