Leland+ Content Library

Career Reset: Break the Cycle and Find Work That Fits

Many professionals find themselves stuck in careers that once made sense but no longer feel aligned. Work becomes reactive, decisions feel unclear, and the path forward gets harder to see. This session is designed to help you pause, reset, and regain direction. We’ll explore how to break the cycle of career chaos and reconnect with the kind of work you’re meant to do—work that aligns with your strengths, values, and energy. In this session you will: - Recognize the signals that it may be time for a career shift - Clarify what “career fit” actually looks like for you - Learn practical ways to evaluate whether to stay, pivot, or reset - Walk away with a clearer framework for making your next career decision If you’ve been asking yourself “Is it time for a change?”—this conversation will help you find the answer and the next step forward.

Trends in VC Hiring: What Firms are Looking For

Breaking into venture capital is notoriously challenging—often less about chasing the biggest brand names and more about finding the right fit. In this session, expert coach Natalie L. unpack the latest trends in VC recruiting and share what firms actually value when evaluating candidates. ​You’ll learn how the hiring landscape is evolving, what skills and experiences stand out today, and how candidates from non-traditional backgrounds can successfully position themselves for roles in venture. We’ll also discuss practical strategies for networking, building credibility, and navigating a process that’s often informal and relationship-driven. ​Whether you’re actively recruiting or just exploring a career in VC, this session will give you insider insights and actionable advice to sharpen your approach and increase your chances of breaking in.

3 AI Skills to Land your Job in ... The Automotive Industry [4/7/2026] (Recording)

Some people want to work with code, data, or financial models. I understand that. For me, it was always the physical object: the part you can hold, the vehicle you can drive, the product that exists in the real world. I spent 30 years in the automotive industry, in roles from product engineering to divisional CEO at a Tier 1 supplier. I know what OEMs and Tier suppliers look for; I also know which skills are shifting fast right now because of AI. This Tuesday series focuses on industries with tangible products. The first session covers automotive: one of the largest, most technically complex, and most globally connected industries on the planet. We will discuss three specific AI skills that are changing what hiring managers expect in 2025, and how you can demonstrate them before you walk into an interview. If you want a career building, selling, or improving things you can see and touch, this session is for you.

Tips & Tricks for Applying & Interviewing for the CoS Role

​Landing a Chief of Staff role takes more than luck—it requires a clear strategy for how you present yourself, connect with the right people, and stand out in interviews. In this session, experienced Chief of Staff and hiring expert Sivan R. will break down the process into three actionable parts: ​Tailoring the Resume – How to position your transferable skills, highlight impact, and use the key words hiring managers are looking for. ​Elevating the Outreach – How to identify the right people to get you in the door, craft effective messages, and build meaningful connections. ​Mastering the Interview – How to prepare with confidence, anticipate common Chief of Staff interview themes, and tell your story with clarity. ​By the end, you’ll have a clear playbook for navigating the Chief of Staff application process from start to finish—equipped with practical tips you can put into action right away.

Stop Sounding Generic: How to Write a Standout Law School Personal Statement

​Crafting a personal statement that truly stands out is one of the most important—and challenging—parts of the law school application process. In this session, expert Leland coach and Harvard Law alum Dylan M. will provide an overview of how to draft a strong, compelling statement and share common challenges applicants face. ​You’ll learn how to convey your unique story, highlight meaningful experiences, and avoid pitfalls that can make essays feel generic or forgettable. By the end, you’ll have practical guidance and actionable strategies to make your law school personal statement memorable and impactful.

Competency Questions

Leadership, failure, teamwork, ethics

MBA Recommender Outreach Template

Take the guesswork out of managing your MBA recommendations. This plug-and-play template gives you a ready-to-send communication package to share with your recommender. It covers everything from timeline management to content guidance, so they can write the strongest possible letter on your behalf. What's included: - A professional email template to send to your recommender, with built-in instructions on the recommendation process and submission timelines - School-specific question breakdowns for Stanford GSB, Harvard HBS, and Wharton, with coaching notes on how to guide your recommender's responses - A strengths framework to help your recommender highlight your leadership, strategic thinking, and growth mindset with concrete examples - A structured section for the constructive feedback question, one of the trickiest parts of any recommendation, with a fill-in format for situation, reaction, and results

Home for Ambition #4 — Weekly Live Show [4/8/2026] (Recording)

Home for Ambition is a weekly live show, by Leland, for people trying to stay ahead as work, learning, and opportunity keep changing. Each episode tackles a handful of timely, high-signal topics across AI, careers, education, and the future of work. We expect thoughtful debate, unique perspectives, and practical takeaways you can actually use. It is not a typical interview show or a generic news recap. It is a live roundtable built to help ambitious people make sense of what is changing, understand what matters, and leave with a sharper point of view on how to navigate what comes next.

Telling Your Story - Your Guide to Making a Career Pivot

Exercise Self Paced Guide: This guide helps you do the inner work behind a career pivot; understanding your experiences, identifying what you want next, and building clarity around your direction so you can move forward with confidence.

AI Monthly News Update - April 2026 (Slides)

Join us for the AI Monthly News Update, where we dive into the latest trends and insights in AI. I'm Solomon Christ, your guide on this AI journey. With a background in AI + Automation, I've dedicated my career to helping individuals and businesses unlock the true potential of AI—not by turning you into a tech wizard, but by enhancing your existing skills to make you unstoppable. I specialize in educating SMBs on implementing AI tools through practical, hands-on approaches. In this session, we'll cover the latest news that was just released in the past month helping you keep up to date in the ever changing AI Landscape! Spaces are limited, so don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your business with AI. RSVP now to secure your spot and start your journey towards becoming 1000× more powerful with AI + Automation!

Before You Blow Your Shot: What to Know About IB Recruiting

​Investment banking recruiting is fast-paced, competitive, and full of nuances that can make or break your chances. In this session, Leland coach Ken I. (IB Career Fellow at the Wharton School) will walk you through what you need to know to navigate the process successfully and avoid common pitfalls. ​You’ll learn how to approach networking, position your experience, and prepare effectively for both technical and behavioral interviews. By the end, you’ll have actionable insights to maximize your chances of landing interviews and standing out in the highly competitive IB recruiting process. ​Space is limited, so RSVP to secure your spot. We’re excited to be on the IB journey with you!

Behavioral Interview

STAR strategy + international context examples

Your Team Is Already Using AI, Here's How To Make It Safe to Scale

AI adoption is happening inside your organization—whether you’ve formally planned for it or not. The real question is: how do you guide that usage in a way that’s safe, strategic, and scalable? In this workshop, Julie S.—a corporate AI training and enablement coach who has helped mid market companies, PE/VC firms, and executives build practical and sustainable AI integration strategies—will walk you through how to create guardrails that enable your teams to use AI responsibly With a background supporting individuals and leaders through complex pivots, identity shifts, and rapid technological change, Julie will share practical steps for evaluating risk, training your team, setting expectations, and building a thoughtful AI strategy from the ground up. Whether your organization is just experimenting with AI tools or experiencing rapid adoption, you’ll leave with actionable frameworks to make AI usage safe, effective, and aligned with your values.

Top 5 Tips for Succeeding on the GMAT

Want to boost your GMAT score with advice that actually moves the needle? Join Leland coach Bruce H., a seasoned GMAT expert who has helped candidates earn elite scores and gain admission to top MBA programs. Bruce will break down his top five most impactful strategies-from mastering data sufficiency to managing timing and building a high-yield study plan-so you can approach test day with confidence. Whether you're just starting or looking for a final score jump, you'll walk away with practical techniques you can implement immediately.

Functions, Substitutions, and Sequences Examples

This deck explains the core concepts of functions, substitutions, and mathematic sequences as seen in the GMAT and GRE. It includes practice problems similar to those on the exam. Concepts and problems are explained in a video walkthrough by the author in "Functions and Series for the GMAT and GRE".

NYU Stern Interview Question Bank

List of questions applicable to Stern Interview to help a candidate prepare for an interview.

PM Analytical Take-Home: Regal (B2B SaaS Startup)

This project is a take-home project that will help us evaluate your skill set for the Product Manager Role. You should not spend more than 5 hours on this over the course of a couple days and should package your responses into a Google doc or presentation.

Introduction to MBA Narrative Brainstorming

Learn to uncover and articulate your personal and professional story—clarifying what drives you, what you’ve done, and where you want to go—to form the foundation for your MBA applications.

Deferred (2+2) MBA Application Week Kickoff

Thinking about applying to a Deferred MBA program? Join us for Leland’s Deferred MBA Week Kickoff, featuring top Leland coaches Andy P. (20+ years of MBA coaching), Allie K. (75+ M7 Admits), and Geri T. (Founder of Harvard's DMBA Program), who have helped countless candidates get into the most competitive programs at schools like Harvard, Stanford, and Wharton.