Leland+ Content Library
Ask Me Anything About Your Med Schools Applications
Applying to medical school can feel overwhelming, from choosing schools and preparing for the MCAT to writing personal statements and navigating interviews. In this open AMA session, bring your specific questions about timelines, secondaries, letters of recommendation, extracurricular positioning, and more. Whether you’re early in the process or finalizing your application, you’ll gain practical, honest guidance to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Gain Competitive Advantage as a Non-Traditional Applicant
Non-traditional applicants often bring unique strengths, but success depends on how clearly those experiences are framed and communicated. This session focuses on how to turn unconventional backgrounds into compelling signals of readiness, impact, and fit, whether you’re applying to school or recruiting for competitive roles. You’ll learn how to address perceived gaps, highlight transferable skills, and position your story with confidence and clarity.
From Field to Framework: Crafting a Civilian-Ready MBA Resume
Military experience translates powerfully to MBA admissions when it’s framed in the language schools understand. This session shows you how to convert roles, missions, and outcomes into civilian-ready impact, highlight leadership and decision-making, and align your resume with post-MBA goals. You’ll learn how to quantify results, choose the right stories, and avoid common translation pitfalls so your resume clearly signals readiness for top programs.
GRE Quant Strategies for Math 'Fraidy Cats’
If GRE Quant makes you anxious, you’re not alone, and you don’t need to be a math genius to succeed. This session focuses on confidence-building strategies, pattern recognition, and efficient problem-solving approaches designed specifically for test-takers who feel intimidated by quantitative sections. You’ll learn how to simplify complex problems, avoid common traps, and develop a calm, structured approach that improves both accuracy and speed.
A Roadmap to Graduate School Applications
Applying to graduate school is a multi-step journey, and success depends on having a clear plan from start to finish. This session walks through the full application roadmap, from early preparation and program selection to essays, recommendations, interviews, and final decisions. You’ll learn how to prioritize each stage, avoid common pitfalls, and stay organized throughout the process so you can submit strong, confident applications.
How to Stand Out in IB Recruiting
Investment banking recruiting is intensely competitive, and standing out requires more than strong grades and technical skills. This session breaks down how banks actually evaluate candidates, what differentiates top applicants, and how to position your background to signal readiness from day one. You’ll learn how to refine your resume, tell a compelling story, network strategically, and avoid common mistakes that quietly hurt your chances.
From Meh to Memorable: Law School Personal Statements
A strong law school personal statement can be the difference between blending in and standing out. In this session, top Leland coach and Harvard Law alum Dylan M. will break down what separates forgettable essays from memorable ones and why many applicants miss the mark. You’ll learn how to craft a clear narrative, highlight your motivations for law, and avoid common pitfalls that weaken otherwise strong applications.
Crafting Strong Behavioral Stories for Consulting Interviews
Behavioral interviews can make or break a consulting offer. In this session, top Leland coach and ex-McKinsey EM Alan W. will walk you through how to craft clear, compelling stories that demonstrate leadership, impact, and problem-solving under pressure. You’ll learn how to structure your answers, avoid common pitfalls, and adapt your stories to different firms so you can show up confident and interview-ready.
Networking: Key Steps & Sample Messages
A breakdown of key networking steps, how to tailor messages, and turn calls into referrals. Includes sample messages for initial contact and follow-up emails.
Stanford GSB “What Matters Most” Reflection Guide
A set of structured reflection prompts and storytelling tips to help applicants uncover meaningful themes and craft a compelling response to Stanford’s iconic essay question.
How to Analyze Charts & Exhibits
Master the art of analyzing charts and exhibits in a case interview. Learn to extract key insights, structure your analysis, and present a compelling recommendation.
MBA Program Research Template
A structured guide to help applicants deeply research and assess MBA programs—from academics to culture to post-grad outcomes—for stronger essays and interviews.
Profitability
A guide to approaching profitability cases in consulting interviews. Learn how to analyze profit drivers, diagnose revenue and cost issues, and identify areas for improvement.
Wharton Deferred Resume: Tech, Consulting & TFA
This resume showcases a Wharton Deferred MBA admit's experience at Google and McKinsey, their work on a powered orthotic, and leadership in Teach for America.
10-Week GRE Study Plan
A structured week-by-week GRE prep schedule covering verbal, quant, and practice exams to help applicants stay on track and build test-day readiness.
Extract Key Insights from Charts
Master the art of analyzing charts and exhibits in a case interview. Learn to extract key insights, structure your analysis, and present a compelling recommendation.
Kellogg Interview Tips
Get into Kellogg! Learn what to expect, common questions, and how to impress the admissions committee with a guide to key strategies and expert tips.
Time Management 101
A beginner's guide to mastering time management, with proven strategies for prioritizing tasks, setting goals, and avoiding procrastination to boost your productivity and reduce stress.
Intro to using Figma
Learn the basics of Figma to start designing your own websites and apps. This guide covers the essential tools and features you need to know.
Example Scholarship Supplemental Essay | $20,000 Award
A supplemental essay exploring how Jewish values and a commitment to "tikkun olam" influenced a student's journey toward a career in law and social justice.
