Leland+ Content Library

Med School Application Strategy AMA: Stop Guessing & Secure Your Acceptance [6/7/2026] (Recording)

When you're building a medical school application, generic advice doesn’t cut it. Your path is unique, and so are your hurdles. You’ve likely spent hours agonizing over conflicting opinions online: Is my MCAT score balanced? Does this clinical experience sound meaningful? How do I address that one bad semester without sounding defensive? The truth? Every minute you spend guessing is a minute you could spend strategically strengthening your application. This live, unfiltered Ask Me Anything (AMA) session is your direct line to an expert medical school admissions strategist. We'll discuss strategies tailored to your situation in real-time and answer your burning questions about what admissions committees actually care about when deciding between applicants.

From Overlooked to Indispensable: The Visibility Strategy for High Performers [6/19/2026] (Recording)

You're doing the work. You're getting results. And somehow, the wrong people are getting the credit, the promotions, and the rooms you should be in. In this 45-minute session, we go beyond "speak up more" and into the real psychology of why high performers become invisible — and what actually moves the needle. Drawing on behavioral science, enterprise leadership experience, and hard-won patterns from the field, you'll walk away with a concrete visibility framework and the self-awareness to know exactly where your gap is. This isn't soft. This is strategy.

From Overlooked to Indispensable: The Visibility Strategy for High Performers [7/10/2026] (Recording)

You're doing the work. You're getting results. And somehow, the wrong people are getting the credit, the promotions, and the rooms you should be in. In this 45-minute session, we go beyond "speak up more" and into the real psychology of why high performers become invisible — and what actually moves the needle. Drawing on behavioral science, enterprise leadership experience, and hard-won patterns from the field, you'll walk away with a concrete visibility framework and the self-awareness to know exactly where your gap is. This isn't soft. This is strategy.

Military to MBA

Transitioning from the military to business school can feel like stepping into a completely new world—but with the right strategy, your service can become your strongest differentiator. In this workshop, Wyatt F.—a Wharton MBA, U.S. Army veteran, private equity operator, and cofounder of the 7-figure company Sitreps2Steercos—will walk you through how to turn your military experience into a compelling MBA application story. ​Having helped hundreds of veterans gain admission to top programs like Wharton, Chicago Booth, Duke, McCombs, and Yale SOM, Wyatt will share tactical advice on essay strategy, resume translation, and interview prep. Whether you’re just beginning your transition or finalizing your applications, this session will help you craft your narrative, highlight your leadership, and approach the MBA process with confidence.

Tips and Tricks for the Most Common and Difficult Case Questions

FREE BOOTCAMP SEAT GIVEAWAY ($899 VALUE). Even strong candidates get stuck on the most common case questions because they underestimate the nuance behind them. This session is for candidates preparing for consulting interviews who want to handle difficult cases with more structure and confidence. You’ll learn how to approach high-frequency case types, navigate tricky turns in a case, and communicate your thinking in a way that keeps you on track under pressure. Join live to hear from a panel of expert consultants and ask your questions about specific case challenges. The panelists regularly coach candidates and will share the patterns they see across strong performances and where candidates tend to struggle. Expect practical strategies and insights similar to what’s covered in 1:1 case prep.

AI and Your MBA Application Do's and Don'ts for Interview Practice

Ready to leverage AI tools to elevate your MBA interview preparation but want to ensure you're doing it strategically and authentically? Join me, M, for a practical and actionable session designed to help MBA applicants use AI as a powerful practice partner while maintaining genuine responses and natural delivery. This session will show you how to integrate AI into your interview prep routine to simulate real interview scenarios, generate tailored questions, and receive instant, impactful feedback. Learn how to craft prompts that help you practice behavioral and school-specific questions, refine your storytelling, and analyze your responses. We’ll discuss how to use AI for mock interviews and avoid common pitfalls that can make your responses sound robotic or inauthentic. We’ll also cover ethical considerations, best practices, and how to blend AI support with real-world input for maximum value.

AI and Your MBA Application: Do’s and Don’ts for School Research

Thinking about using AI tools to streamline your MBA school research and networking strategy, and want to do so efficiently and ethically? Join me, M, for a practical and candid session designed to help MBA applicants use AI as a powerful tool for uncovering insights, identifying fit, and guiding meaningful outreach, all while staying focused on authenticity and personal reflection. This session will show you how to integrate AI into your research process, without relying on generic outputs or missing key personal connections. Learn how to craft strategic prompts that help you dig deeper into program offerings, find school culture and values that align with your own, and uncover talking points for essays, interviews, and outreach. I’ll share examples of weak vs. strong AI prompts and how to adapt AI outputs into meaningful, human communication.

Introduction to Careers and Recruiting in Capital Markets and Sales & Trading

​Curious about careers in Capital Markets and Sales & Trading? In this session, you’ll get a clear overview of what these roles actually involve, how they differ, and what it takes to succeed in each. We’ll also break down the recruiting process, including the skills and qualities firms are looking for, and how you can start preparing now to stand out in interviews. ​The session will be led by Ryan T., a Leland coach with first-hand experience in investment banking and capital markets, as well as extensive involvement in training and recruiting. He’ll share practical insights on navigating these competitive paths and help you build a roadmap to land your first role in the industry.

Sequential Numbers Made Fast and Easy for the GMAT and GRE

Do you struggle with the quantitative part of the GMAT/GRE? Join the club! This workshop will teach you an easy way to tackle sequential numbers - and you'll knock down even the hardest questions in under a minute. ​​​This workshop will be hosted by Bruce H. - Wharton MBA and professional GMAT/GRE tutor. Bruce has helped over 300 students achieve their target test scores, and developed the rigorous GMAT/GRE curriculum at UCLA!

From Orders to Offers: The 6-Month Plan to Apply with Confidence

Transitioning from the Military to an MBA can feel overwhelming, but with a clear six-month plan, it becomes manageable and strategic. This session breaks down exactly what to focus on each month, from clarifying goals and school selection to test strategy, resume positioning, essays, recommendations, and interview prep. You’ll learn how to sequence your efforts, avoid last-minute stress, and build momentum so you submit polished, confident applications for R1.

8 Steps to a Complete MBA App: 7) School Fit & Application Strategy [6/18/2026] (Recording)

Applying to business school can feel overwhelming! You have dozens of moving pieces: essays, short answers, video content, resume, recommendations, outreach, research, and more. This workshop is the seventh of a structured 8-part MBA Identity Mapping series designed to take you from fragmented tasks to a clear plan of action. In this session, you will map your story directly to each school’s application components and develop a clear strategy for how your application will come together. These sessions walk you step by step through building one fully aligned MBA application. In every workshop, you will be assigned tasks to complete over the next two weeks, keeping you organized and accountable. By the end, you will have strong, authentic essays and a cohesive narrative that runs consistently through your resume, goals, recommendations, school strategy, and interviews. You are absolutely welcome to attend individual sessions if you only need focused help on a specific component(s) of your MBA application. This session moves your MBA application forward by translating your story, goals, and strengths into a clear strategy for each target school: • Map your themes and key stories to each school’s essay prompts. • Determine which experiences and examples will appear in each component of the application. • Integrate insights from your outreach conversations with students and alumni. • Identify any gaps or risks in your profile and plan how to address them. This is the phase where preparation turns into a clear application plan. Instead of staring at essay prompts and wondering where to start, you will have a structured outline of exactly what each part of your application will communicate. The MBA Identity Mapping process has guided 100+ applicants into every M7 program, all other top 20 U.S. programs, and leading international programs including INSEAD, London Business School, IESE, Esade, Oxford, Cambridge, NUS, and more. Clients consistently describe it as transformative because it replaces scattered effort with forward momentum and strategic clarity. If you are ready to translate your story into a clear plan for each school on your list, this is your next step.

Tech to MBA Panel Pt 1

Are you working in the tech industry and thinking about applying to an elite business school? Join the Leland team for this FREE event specifically designed for tech professionals aspiring to get into top MBA programs like Harvard Business School, Stanford GSB, The Wharton School, and more. ​During this event, our expert panelists will answer the most frequently asked questions related to the business school application process for tech professionals and discuss how to: ​⭐️ Transition from a tech career to an MBA program ​⭐️ Think about your application strategy ​⭐️ Get your MBA resume prepared ​⭐️ Write winning essays ​⭐️ Stand out throughout the interview process ​Meet our panelists: ​Maaz K., Ross MBA, former Google, Amazon, and Square, supply chain management professional with 10+ years across diverse industries including tech, CPG, and construction, experience aiding others regarding career advice, MBA and grad school admissions. ​Tory V., Harvard MBA, Google and TikTok, who's passionate about guiding people through their career and academic goals, including resume/LinkedIn reviews, application reviews, and mock interviews. ​Don't miss this unique opportunity to acquire top-tier knowledge and strategies for successfully applying to MBA programs as a tech professional.

Tech to MBA Panel Pt 2

​Are you working in the tech industry and thinking about applying to an elite business school? Join the Leland team for this FREE event specifically designed for tech professionals aspiring to get into top MBA programs like Harvard Business School, Stanford GSB, The Wharton School, and more. ​During this event, our expert panelists will answer the most frequently asked questions related to the business school application process for tech professionals and discuss how to: ​⭐️ Transition from a tech career to an MBA program ​⭐️ Think about your application strategy ​⭐️ Get your MBA resume prepared ​⭐️ Write winning essays ​⭐️ Stand out throughout the interview process ​Meet our panelists: ​Maaz K., Ross MBA, former Google, Amazon, and Square, supply chain management professional with 10+ years across diverse industries including tech, CPG, and construction, experience aiding others regarding career advice, MBA and grad school admissions. ​Tory V., Harvard MBA, Google and TikTok, who's passionate about guiding people through their career and academic goals, including resume/LinkedIn reviews, application reviews, and mock interviews. ​Don't miss this unique opportunity to acquire top-tier knowledge and strategies for successfully applying to MBA programs as a tech professional.

Job Scout: Live Demo & Walkthrough — Free AI-Powered Job Search Tool [7/18/2026] (Recording)

A full walkthrough covering how Job Scout works — multi-platform simultaneous search (LinkedIn, Indeed, Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, Google Jobs), CV upload for skill extraction, live filtering, CSV export, direct company career links, and full local/private operation. https://github.com/Jmx097/Job-Scout-public

INSEAD Career Summary and Progression Essay

A reflection on key career decisions, leadership experiences, and global business impact.

Forecasting & Decision Support (Using ChatGPT)

Explore how AI identifies trends, evaluates data, and supports smarter business decisions.

Experience Translation: International Resume & Narrative Alignment

A highly practical, diagnostic tool engineered by Caolan Hunter to help professionals translate their domestic track records into universally understood markers of executive value. The resource addresses a critical cross-border bottleneck: the reality that local reputation, regional company prestige, and market-specific job titles do not automatically migrate across international borders. Designed for automated screening systems (ATS) and overseas recruiters, this checklist breaks down the conversion process into four actionable layers: 1. Company Scale & Brand Legibility: Methodologies for translating unknown local corporate brands into universal operational scale metrics ($USD revenue, headcount, or global analogues). 2. Role, Scope & Title Alignment: Frameworks to standardize idiosyncratic job titles and explicitly quantify geographic, budgetary, and cross-cultural management scope. 3. Jargon Elimination: Practical strategies to scrub region-bound acronyms, local compliance codes, and niche tools, reframing them into universal commercial business outcomes. 4. The Post-Move Narrative Check: Features the Coherence Sentence Formula, a strategic tool designed to eliminate lifestyle-driven motivations and replace them with rigorous commercial logic that global hiring managers respect.