Leland+ Content Library

"What Will You Bring to Our School?": A Guide

A comprehensive guide to answering the "contribution" question on your application, with tips for crafting a unique and authentic response.

Extracurricular List 3: Example & Analysis

A detailed breakdown and analysis of a successful extracurricular list, with tips for showcasing your impact and leadership in a community setting.

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.

How to Prioritize Content for the Additional Info Essay

Learn how to strategically use the optional "additional information" essay to address weaknesses, provide context for unique circumstances, and strengthen your overall application.

The "Why?" Essay

A guide to mastering the "Why this school?" or "Why this major?" essay, with strategies for showcasing genuine interest, specific research, and a compelling connection between you and the institution.

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.

The Sales Cover Letter Template That Gets You Hired

Don't let your cover letter get ignored. Use our fill-in-the-blank template and proven frameworks to craft a sales cover letter that lands interviews.

International Careers Office Hours - Ask Me Anything

Curious about launching an international career but don't know where to start? Wondering whether European, Asian, or other multinational companies offer better opportunities than traditional US corporations? Join me for bi-weekly office hours where no question is off limits. As someone who navigated from engineering graduate to CEO across three countries and 25 years of international business, I'm here to provide honest, practical guidance on everything from selecting your first international employer to preparing for overseas assignments to building the cultural intelligence that sets global leaders apart.

Networking for Venture Capital

Learn best practices for networking from a principal at Menlo Ventures.

Resume Example - Consulting, IB, and Impact Investing

See how one Harvard grad highlights their work experience from management consulting to leading a $X00M+ impact investing firm.

Example Cover Letter for a Strategy & Ops Role

See how this ex-consultant used a powerful cover letter to land a new role in Strategy & Operations.

Extracurricular List 1: Example & Analysis

A detailed breakdown and analysis of a successful extracurricular list, with tips for showcasing your unique experiences and achievements.

Extracurricular List 2: Example & Analysis

A detailed breakdown and analysis of a successful extracurricular list, with tips for showcasing your leadership and impact.

Gap Year: Is It Right for You?

A comprehensive guide to the pros and cons of taking a gap year, with key questions to consider before making your decision.

Ace TOEFL Speaking Task 4 with This Template

Use this proven template to structure a high-scoring TOEFL Speaking Task 4 response, with a step-by-step framework.

A Proven Framework for TOEFL Speaking Task 3

Learn how to structure and deliver a high-scoring TOEFL Speaking Task 3 response with this proven template.

Letter of Continued Interest: What to Write

Learn how to craft a powerful Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI) by focusing on key components like reaffirming your commitment, providing meaningful updates, and showcasing why you are a perfect fit for the college.

Stanford/MIT Essays: Examples & Analysis

An in-depth breakdown of successful application essays for Stanford and MIT, with a focus on what makes them compelling and how to apply those strategies to your own writing.

Supplemental Essays: An Overview

A comprehensive guide to understanding supplemental essays, with tips on why they're important, how to approach them, and how to make them stand out.

Beyond the GRE: Building a Winning Grad School Application

​In this session, Leland coach Loubna B. will walk you through how to build a compelling graduate school application that goes far beyond just test scores. Drawing on her experience mentoring students into competitive master’s and PhD programs, she’ll share what admissions committees really want to see in your essays, recommendations, and overall narrative. ​You’ll gain actionable strategies for highlighting your unique strengths, showcasing research or professional experience, and weaving your story into a cohesive, stand-out application. Whether you’re early in the process or putting on the finishing touches, this workshop will equip you with the tools to craft an application that sets you apart.