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What BYU Admissions is Looking For

Applying to BYU but unsure what actually moves the needle in admissions? Strong grades matter—but they’re only part of the picture. In What BYU Admissions Is Looking For, you’ll get a clear breakdown of how to position yourself strategically for Brigham Young University. The speaker regularly works 1:1 with applicants navigating competitive admissions, and this session offers rare access to the evaluation frameworks typically shared in private coaching conversations. Who This Is For - High school students planning to apply to BYU - Transfer applicants seeking clarity on positioning - Students with strong academics who want a more compelling application - Applicants unsure how faith, leadership, and extracurriculars fit into their story What You’ll Walk Away With - What BYU weighs most heavily beyond GPA and test scores - How to present leadership, service, and character authentically - The patterns admissions see across successful applicants - The common positioning mistakes I correct in 1:1 sessions - How to align your essays with BYU’s mission and values

The Three Biggest Secrets of the GRE (that will raise your score!)

​Join Leland coach Bruce H. for our Three Biggest Secrets of the GRE event! There are three secrets of how the GRE actually works. Nobody talks about them very much but when you unlock them - they are HUGE drivers of your score. ​If you're feeling the pressure to post an elite score but you're not exactly sure what steps you need to take or exactly how how or what to study - this event will help you a lot. ​And if you feel like you've been studying but your score is stuck and you'll never break into the top percentiles - then this event is definitely for you!

Nailing the McKinsey PEI [5/22/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you will know how to structure a Personal Experience Interview response that resonates with McKinsey evaluators, including how to select the right stories, frame leadership moments with the right level of specificity, and avoid the pacing mistakes that consistently undermine otherwise strong candidates. The focus will be on how McKinsey interviewers actually probe PEI stories and what they are listening for beneath the surface of your answer. Attending live means you can ask about your specific story or background and hear how I respond to the details of your situation, which a recording cannot replicate. I work with consulting candidates on PEI preparation regularly, and what I share here reflects the patterns I see across candidates who successfully navigate this round.

Targeting M7 Schools? What It Really Takes [5/20/2026] (Recording)

1YR FREE LELAND+ GIVEAWAY FOR LIVE ATTENDEES ($119 VALUE). After this session, you'll know how to assess whether your profile is genuinely competitive for M7 schools and where the real gaps tend to appear. We'll cover how admissions committees at these programs actually differentiate candidates at the margin, what a strong post-MBA narrative looks like for the most common applicant profiles, and how to decide where to apply given your specific background and goals. Attending live means you can hear how experienced coaches thinks through cases like yours in real time, context a recording simply cannot replicate. These coaches work with M7 applicants daily and will share the patterns that separate candidates who get in from those who fall short at the final round.

Banking to Buy-Side: IB & Venture Playbook [5/18/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you'll understand how investment banking experience translates into a credible VC narrative and where most candidates lose the thread making that transition. We'll cover how to position deal experience for early-stage fund interviews, what VC firms actually look for in candidates coming from IB versus other paths, and how to think about sourcing as a differentiator when you have limited buy-side exposure. Attending live means you can bring your specific background and get a direct read on how it lands, which a recording cannot replicate. The coach works inside this industry and will share the patterns they see across candidates who successfully make this move, giving you a real look at how practitioners evaluate this transition.

What a Career in Consulting Actually Looks Like [5/7/2026] (Recording)

GIVEAWAY FOR LIVE ATTENDEES. After this session, you'll have a clear picture of what consulting work actually demands day-to-day and what distinguishes candidates who break in from those who don't. We'll cover how Bain evaluates potential during the recruiting process, what the associate to partner trajectory looks like in practice, and where most candidates misread the role before they've even started. Attending live means you can bring your specific background or situation and get a direct read on how it maps to what firms are looking for right now. This coach comes from a background at Bain, and the patterns they share about what moves candidates forward reflect the kind of judgment that only comes from being on the other side of the table.

Turning a Non-Traditional Background Into a PE Offer: Retail Banking to PE [4/30/2026] (Recording)

If your background is non-traditional for PE, this session will show you exactly how to reframe that experience into a compelling PE narrative, how to identify the right funds to target given your profile, and how to position your deal exposure in a way that resonates with PE interviewers. Non-traditional candidates often lose ground in the screening phase, and this session addresses the specific signals that help you clear it. Attending live means you can ask how your particular background maps to this framework and hear a direct response, not a general one. The coach works with candidates navigating this exact transition regularly, and the patterns they share about what separates successful non-traditional hires are worth showing up to hear firsthand.

Demo: Mastering the Technical Interview

This demonstration shows how in-depth we get with research for technical interviews. This specific example looks at product management as an example, but the skills displayed can be used for any industry.

GSB Example Essay on What Matters Most

A deeply personal reflection on family, resilience, and a lifelong commitment to lifting others while honoring those who’ve provided support.

Ace Your HBS MBA Interview

Master the HBS MBA interview with this guide covering strategies for targeted questions, authentic responses, and making a lasting impression.

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.

Behavioral Interview Intro

Learn the purpose of behavioral interviews, how to prepare for them, and the most common types of questions you'll face.

Writing Resume Bullet Points that Get You Hired

Learn how to write powerful resume bullet points that showcase your impact, quantify your results, and grab a recruiter's attention.

Example MBA Recommender Prep Doc for M7 Programs

Learn how to prepare your recommenders so you can secure strong MBA recommendations that highlight your unique strengths and impact.

Haas EWMBA: Resume Example for Finance Careers

Review a successful Haas EWMBA admit's resume showcasing expertise in short-term credit analysis, fixed income trading, and investment management.

Fuqua Essay Sample: 25 Random Things That Define Me

Discover how to craft a compelling "25 Random Things" essay for your MBA application, showcasing your unique personality and experiences.

MIT Sloan Organizational Chart – Team Structure Example

A visual organizational chart submitted as part of the MIT Sloan application, illustrating leadership scope, team dynamics, and professional responsibilities.

AI Software Case Interview: Market Sizing Walkthrough

Practice estimating a $50B+ AI market using real assumptions—perfect for mastering structure and mental math in tech-focused cases.

How to Quickly Improve Your GRE Essay Score

A detailed guide with tips and strategies to help you get a top score on the GRE Analytical Writing section.

MIT Sloan Waitlist Update: Behavioral Science Focus

See how one applicant strengthened their MIT Sloan candidacy by showcasing leadership in behavioral science and alignment with Sloan's values.