Leland+ Content Library

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.

Investment Banking Recruiting General Advice - Technical & Networking Prep [9/6/2026] (Recording)

In this session we will go over the updated investment banking timeline, tips for recruiting, and best practices for preparing for interviews and networking calls.

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.

Supplemental Essays: What Not To Do

Avoid the most common mistakes on your supplemental essays and learn how to write a compelling narrative that is specific to the school and prompt.

How to Craft a Strong Narrative

Learn how to tell your personal story in a compelling and authentic way that captures the attention of admissions officers and makes your application unforgettable.

Resume that got all 3 MBB offers

Resume a candidate used as a PhD student in the sciences to apply and get offers at all 3 MBBs and 2 Tier 2 firms

How High Performers Avoid Burnout & Sustain Performance [7/21/2026] (Recording)

High performers are often the people most at risk of burnout. When you’re ambitious, capable, and highly responsible, it’s easy to fall into patterns of constantly pushing harder, staying “on,” and carrying more than is sustainable over time. In this session, we’ll discuss how high performers approach energy, recovery, and sustainability differently so they can continue performing at a high level without running themselves into the ground. We’ll cover: - Why burnout often happens even in high achievers who are performing well - The relationship between energy management, recovery, and sustainable performance - Common habits and patterns that quietly drain focus, motivation, and resilience - Practical ways to reset mentally throughout the workday and workweek - How recovery supports stronger decision-making, sustained performance, and long-term growth This session is designed for professionals who want to perform at a high level more sustainably, protect their energy, and create long-term success without sacrificing their well-being. This workshop is part of a free 3-part Sustainable High Performance series for ambitious professionals.

Build Your Own Competitive Research Agent

​SESSION GUIDE: https://www.lelandcourses.com/ai-builder/competitive-research-agent/ Competitive research is the thing you do once, mean to update, and then never touch again until your CEO asks for it on a Tuesday morning. By then it's six months old, and your competitors have shipped three more things. ​In this exclusive AI Builder session, D'Aaron Gonzalez will walk you step by step through building a competitive research agent powered by Claude, one that pulls from public sources, tracks your competitors over time, and keeps the picture fresh without the manual lift. By the end of the hour you'll have a working agent ready to put to work the next morning. ​But the research agent is just the on-ramp. The real takeaway is the playbook: how to turn any "I should keep tabs on this" task into something AI does for you, on a schedule. First competitors. Next industry news, regulatory changes, your customers' product launches, your own pipeline. Same skill, different shape. ​D'Aaron builds with AI for a living. Now he'll do it with you. ​Open exclusively to AI Builder Program members.

The Jobs to Be Done Framework

Learn what Jobs to Be Done means, how to write effective JTBD statements using the three-part formula, and see real examples from companies like Notion, Airbnb, and Spotify. Understand why knowing the "job" reveals your real competition and transforms how you think about your product.

Writing Standout Application Essays

​Led by Tim F. (Former Adcom at Chicago Booth), Laura N. (Former Adcom at Michigan Ross), and Angela C. (Stanford) this session will provide you with valuable insights, proven strategies, and expert guidance to help you create impactful essays that reflect your unique experiences and aspirations. ​​​Discover top tips for capturing the attention of admissions committees, structuring your essays effectively, and showcasing your authentic voice. Whether you are just starting your application or looking to refine your existing essays, this workshop will equip you with the tools and techniques necessary to make your application shine.