Leland+ Content Library

Analyzing Organizations in Case Interviews

Get a framework for analyzing a client's organization in a case interview. We'll explore internal factors, from structure to culture, that drive business problems.

Intro Operating and DCF Model

Master the fundamentals of financial modeling. Learn to build a 3-statement model and perform a DCF valuation, essential skills for any finance role.

GSB/HBS Admit on Surviving the GRE

An honest and practical guide to navigating the GRE, including a detailed study plan, test strategy breakdowns, recommended resources, and personal insights on managing setbacks and test-day nerves.

Successful Bain Applicant Resume – Policy, Data, and Social Enterprise

A pre-MBA resume highlighting academic excellence, nonprofit leadership, policy research, and teaching experience—showcasing the analytical and mission-driven profile that led to a Bain offer.

Sample BCG Consulting Resume — Experienced Hire, Full-Time Role

See how this successful (anonymized) consulting resume describes the applicant's previous work in consulting and startups.

Wharton Deferred Essays – Ethical Product Design and Inclusive Tech Leadership

Two essays responding to Wharton’s deferred prompts, outlining a career in ethical productivity software and proposing new initiatives to bridge business and tech through PennApps and Wharton Women in Business.

Kellogg Essay Example – Leading Through Data, Culture, and Community Impact

An impactful leadership essay detailing how the applicant transformed a struggling nonprofit fundraiser into a sustainable $38K annual gala—overcoming cultural barriers, using data-driven strategy, and rallying a multigenerational board.

Wharton Deferred MBA Resume – Tech, Product, and Social Impact

A high-achieving undergraduate resume featuring tech internships at Microsoft and Bloomberg, leadership in computing societies, and award-winning projects tackling food insecurity and civic engagement.

Kellogg Personal Statement Example – Inclusion, Courage, and Financial Equity

A values-driven essay reflecting on the applicant’s journey from financial insecurity to advocacy, detailing her commitment to DEI, mentorship, and inclusive hiring—even when it meant challenging the status quo.

MBA Resume: Consulting, Law & Leadership

See a top-tier resume showcasing experience in consulting, legal support, and impactful leadership roles.

How GPA Factors in for Deferred MBA Applications

Learn how to position your academic record and maximize your chances for top programs.

Wharton TBD Pitch Worksheet – Course Design & Interview Strategy

A structured prep guide for the 2023–2024 Wharton Team-Based Discussion, including prompt breakdown, pitch development tips, and strategies for navigating team roles and post-interview questions.

MBA Recommendation Packet – Goals, Strategy & Resources

A comprehensive MBA recommendation guide including career goals, school-specific prompts, deadlines, and recommender support materials.

Practice Paper LBO: A Downloadable Drill

Master the pen-and-paper LBO interview with this downloadable practice problem. Learn to quickly and accurately calculate IRR and returns without a calculator or Excel.

How to Ace Your Job Interview

A professional career coach shares her framework for answering behavioral questions, preparing for hypotheticals, and using the PSR method to stand out.

Product Management and Roadmaps

Learn what a product roadmap is, why it's important to your success as a product manager, and how to create an effective roadmap.

Cover Letter Example for Top Consulting Firms

Real cover letter used to apply to BCG, Bain, McKinsey, Deloitte, EY-Parthenon, and L.E.K. for a full-time role.

How to Ace Your Tech Leadership Interview

A structured guide based on 20+ years of tech industry experience, covering how to prepare for and excel in leadership interviews.

Networking: Crafting Your Outreach Emails

A guide to writing effective outreach emails. Learn key steps for finding contacts, tailoring your message, and using sample emails for initial contact and follow-ups.