Leland+ Content Library

GMAT Quant Workshop: Exponents & Roots

Master exponents and roots for the GMAT Quant section. This workshop covers key rules, problem-solving strategies, and common pitfalls to help you get a top score.

IB Technicals 4: The DCF [9/24/2026] (Recording)

Walk me through a DCF is one of the most repeated questions in a banking interview, and the four step answer takes about sixty seconds. Delivering it is half the work. The other half is the follow-ups, because that is where the interviewer finds out whether you understand it or memorized it. Why free cash flow and not net income. Why WACC and not the cost of equity. Why the terminal value is sixty to eighty percent of the answer. What happens to the whole thing when interest rates rise. We build it from the pieces the first three sessions put down. Project unlevered free cash flow, calculate a terminal value two ways, discount at WACC, bridge from enterprise value to a share price. Then the follow-ups banks actually ask, including the two that sound like accounting questions and are really DCF questions. What we'll cover: - The four step walkthrough, and where to slow down on purpose - Why you discount free cash flow and not earnings, and the formula from EBIT - WACC, and why unlevered cash flows have to be discounted at a blended rate - Terminal value both ways, why it drives most of the answer, and why growth can never exceed WACC - When a DCF is the wrong tool - D&A goes up by $10, and interest rates rise. What happens to your valuation? Want to run this in front of someone before it counts? I run a 90-minute mock interview, a full simulation and then rapid-fire technicals on whatever broke. Book a free 15-minute intro to see if it is a good fit. Part 4 of IB Technicals, a six part run on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Each night covers how the concept works and, more importantly, how to actually answer the questions on it, with the stories and details behind them. Each one stands alone, so jump in anywhere. I'm the founder of OFFERGOBLIN and ex-Centerview tech.

How to Capitalize on a Coffee Chat [9/3/2026] (Recording)

Most people send a thank you note and never speak to that person again. The note was never the point. First rounds go to candidates someone inside is pushing, and one conversation almost never does that on its own. Most of the people I know who ended up at JP Morgan ran more than twenty of these. So the work is in what happens after. Write down what stuck the moment you hang up, because it fades faster than you think and the thank you note needs one specific detail in it. Then the ask, which is the last two minutes of the call and the entire reason the next two chats exist. Then the check in, which most people skip, and which is why they are not on anyone's radar in January. The other thing you are collecting is your own answers. The line you use in a February interview is usually something a banker volunteered in September, and you only have it if you wrote it down. What we'll cover: - What to write down the moment the call ends, and why the note needs one specific detail - The thank you email inside twenty four hours, and what actually earns a reply - Ending on the ask, and how to get the introduction made over email instead of just a name - The referral email, and why it is the easiest one you will ever send - Checking in later with something worth sending, and how to still be on a radar in January - How many chats per firm is normal, and why boutiques are different Want to get more out of the chats you are already having? Book a free 15-minute intro and we will talk through your networking situation. Part 6 of Coffee Chat Ready, a six part run on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Each one stands alone, so jump in anywhere. I'm the founder of OFFERGOBLIN and ex-Centerview tech.

Interview Synthesis Guide: From Data to Decisions

Step-by-step synthesis guide covering the 5-step process (consolidate, identify patterns, prioritize, validate JTBD, decide what to build), pattern-finding questions to ask across interviews, priority framework matrix, common synthesis mistakes to avoid, signs you've done good synthesis, and an action plan.

Comprehensive List of International Fellowships

Are you about to graduate and unsure about the next step in your career? This resource is perfect for finding an international fellowship aligned with your background. The spreadsheet lists over 20 fellowships from spending a year teaching in Africa to learning Mandarin in Taiwan.

Real MBB Case Series: Live McKinsey Case Walkthrough

Are you gearing up for a management consulting interview and want to ace the case interview? Join me, Thabang, for a live McKinsey case walkthrough as part of our Real MBB Case Series. This session is designed to enhance your skills in case math, exhibit interpretation, frameworks, and overall case interview prep based off a Real McKinsey Case! With my background as an ex-McKinsey Consultant and having conducted over 1,000 coaching sessions, I have a proven track record of helping candidates secure their dream consulting roles. I was recognized as the Top Coach across Europe, Middle East & Africa in 2023 by McKinsey, so I know exactly what it takes to succeed in MBB interviews.

Your Essay Is Your Edge: Standing Out on the Common App [10/28/2026] (Recording)

Most Common App essays blur together because they chase the same safe, impressive topics: the big game, the mission trip, a grandparent's wisdom. Admissions readers scan hundreds of personal statements a season, and the ones that register are specific, built from one exact detail instead of a lesson already spelled out. This workshop looks at why generic framing gets skimmed and what a stronger draft does instead. We'll work through cutting a throat-clearing opening, finding where an essay actually starts, and sharpening voice so it reads like one particular person. Bring a draft or a messy outline. Forty-five minutes won't produce a finished essay, but it's enough for a clear next revision.

Breaking Into Investment Banking from Non-Traditional Backgrounds [6/16/2026] (Recording)

If your resume doesn't follow the traditional finance recruiting path, this session will show you how to position your background so it reads as an asset, not a gap. We'll cover how to reframe non-traditional experience for banking roles, which transferable skills actually resonate with hiring managers, and how to approach networking when you don't have built-in alumni pipelines. Attending live means you can describe your specific background and get a direct read on how a recruiter or banker would interpret it, which a recording simply cannot replicate. The coach works with non-traditional candidates regularly and will share the patterns that tend to separate the ones who break in from the ones who stall out.

What Top Candidates do Well in the Booth MBA Interview [5/5/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you will know how to structure your responses to stand out in the Booth MBA deferred enrollment interview. We will cover the behavioral frameworks that successful candidates use to demonstrate self-awareness, how to articulate long-term goals convincingly at an early career stage, and the specific signals Booth interviewers look for when evaluating fit with the school's entrepreneurial culture. Attending live means you can ask how to handle the parts of your background that feel like liabilities, and hear real-time guidance shaped around your actual situation rather than a generic script. The coach works with deferred MBA candidates regularly and is sharing the patterns that consistently show up in strong Booth interview performances.

Should You Go to Grad School? [8/22/2026] (Recording)

Are you contemplating whether grad school is the right path for you? Ask yourself these 5 questions first. Here, I'll share my personal experiences preparing for (and going through) grad school, what has worked (and hasn't) for my students, and my perspective as a former AdCom member of Carnegie Mellon University's MSCF program (the #3 financial engineering master's in the US). Spaces are limited, so be sure to RSVP and secure your spot today!

Start Write Now: MBA Essay Panel

MBA essays are where you move beyond stats and show who you are, what you want, and why a program should bet on you. In this panel, experienced coaches will break down what actually differentiates strong essays, common mistakes they see every cycle, and how to get started without overthinking. Whether you’re staring at a blank page or revising drafts, you’ll leave with practical insights to write with more clarity and direction.

Ask Me Anything with a Former Harvard Adcom

Many applicants wonder what admissions committees are actually looking for, and how decisions get made behind the scenes. This session is designed for MBA candidates who want to better understand how applications are evaluated by someone who has been on the inside. You’ll learn what stands out when reviewing essays and resumes, how Adcoms think about career goals and leadership potential, and the common patterns that separate strong applicants from the rest of the pool.

Top 5 Tips for the Dental School Admissions Process

Dental school admissions are competitive, and success requires more than strong grades and a solid DAT score. In this session, we’ll break down five high-impact strategies to strengthen your candidacy, from building meaningful shadowing experiences to crafting a compelling personal statement and preparing for interviews. Whether you’re early in your journey or applying this cycle, you’ll walk away with practical, actionable guidance to approach the dental school process with clarity and confidence.

Personal Statements Deep-Dive

Your medical school personal statement is more than a summary of achievements—it’s how admissions committees assess your motivation, character, and readiness for medicine. In this session, you’ll learn how to structure a compelling narrative, highlight meaningful clinical and service experiences, and avoid common pitfalls that weaken strong applicants. Whether you’re drafting from scratch or refining a final version, you’ll leave with a clear framework to tell your story with focus and authenticity.

Beyond the Checklist – Shadowing, Volunteering & Experiences That Actually Matter

Dental schools look for far more than hours logged on a checklist. In this session, expert Leland coach and former Dean at Columbia Ellen W. will break down which shadowing, volunteering, and hands-on experiences actually move the needle in admissions—and how to approach them with intention. You’ll learn how to choose opportunities that align with your story, reflect on them effectively, and avoid common mistakes that weaken otherwise strong applications.

Demystifying IB Technical Interviews

Join top Leland investment banking coaches for a clear, no-nonsense breakdown of what IB technical interviews really test—and how to prepare for them effectively. They’ll walk through the core concepts, frameworks, and problem-solving approaches that top firms expect candidates to master, plus the mistakes that quietly kill otherwise strong interviews. You’ll leave with a sharper understanding of technical expectations and a practical roadmap to boost your readiness and confidence.

The Searcher's Dilemma

In this session, Heather B., who started her first company at age twenty-three and now has 5 companies, will break down what it really takes to succeed in the search fund space—from sourcing deals and raising capital to managing the acquisition process. You’ll gain a clear understanding of the tradeoffs, timelines, and strategies behind search entrepreneurship—and leave with practical advice on how to decide whether the path is right for you.

Prep for Success at PwC & Beyond: Build a Consulting-Ready Brand

Standing out in consulting recruiting takes more than strong grades—it requires a clear personal brand and professional presence. In this session, PwC Consultant and coach Annie W. will share how to position yourself for success at PwC and other top firms. You’ll learn how to communicate your strengths, refine your story, and showcase the skills consulting recruiters value most. Walk away with practical tools to build a consulting-ready brand that sets you apart.