Leland+ Content Library

Framing Professional Potential and Full-Time Work Experience

Learn how to position your full-time plans (after finishing your undergraduate degree) for the MBA programs you're applying to.

Stanford GSB Letter of Recommendation - Intellectual, Committed Learner

This letter of recommendation emphasizes the applicant's intellectual maturity, commitment to continuous learning, and strong desire to contribute positively to various communities, citing her experiences in Rwanda and her proactive involvement in team-building and educational activities.

McKinsey Cover Letter - New Grad Full-Time

A cover letter for a McKinsey new grad role, highlighting a finance/tech background, passion for management consulting, and skills in advising clients.

Maximizing Your Campus Visit

This guide emphasizes the importance of campus visits for prospective students, offering advice on when and how to visit, what to observe, key questions to ask, and strategies for managing visit expenses.

The Ultimate Resume Template & Guide

Learn how to craft a powerful resume that gets results. This guide and template give you the tools you need to stand out from the crowd and land the job.

Kellogg Essay and Short Answer Examples – Leadership, Culture, and Collaboration

A compelling set of responses reflecting on cross-cultural leadership, collaborative problem-solving, and a deep commitment to values like solidarity, inclusion, and ethical influence in high-stakes environments.

How to Network Into a Consulting Interview

Learn the networking strategies that actually work! We'll show you how to build a powerful professional network and get your foot in the door at top consulting firms.

Kellogg Values Essay Example - Discovering Values and Purposeful Work

Explore this essay answering: "Values are what guide you in your life and work. What values are important to you and how have they influenced you?" See how this applicant's journey discovering their personal values shaped their goals.

HBS Example Essay: Identity, Impact & Social Enterprise

Discover how one applicant's unique identity drives their ambition to lead social impact and reshape systems through an HBS MBA.

Applying to MBA Programs with a Nontraditional Background

A guide to crafting a compelling MBA application that highlights your unique strengths as a nontraditional candidate.

Kellogg Leadership Essay Example - Brave Leaders Create Value

This essay responds to a Kellogg MBA application prompt: "Provide a recent example where you have demonstrated leadership and created value. What challenges did you face and what did you learn?"

HBS Essay Example: Engineering Innovation & Impact

See how this deferred HBS admit, an engineer and innovator, navigated uncertainty and championed LGBTQ+ inclusion.

Morgan Stanley Richard B. Fisher Scholarship — Example Application Essays

A successful essay for the RBF scholarship featuring a stock pitch for Walmart alongside a personal essay on founding and managing an Ivy Insiders branch.

Hot Dog Stand Case Interview Practice

Tackle a practical case—optimize location, pricing, and operations to craft a winning hot dog stand strategy.

Letter of Rec Example - M7 Admit

A deep dive into an impactful letter of recommendation. See how a powerful LOR can help you stand out and get into a top M7 MBA program.

How to Write the Kellogg Purpose & Leadership Essay

A top MBA admissions expert analyzes a successful Kellogg essay and shares how to answer the prompt, "Kellogg’s purpose is to educate, equip and inspire brave leaders who create lasting value."

Planning Your MBA Application

Evaluate deadlines and application components to ensure you give yourself time to create a great application!

Competitive Threats: Identifying & Addressing Market Risks

Learn how to analyze and identify competitive threats in a case interview. We'll provide a framework for assessing market risk and staying ahead of the competition.