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.

Best Practices for Supplemental Essays

Master the art of supplemental essays with expert tips and strategies for crafting compelling, authentic responses that strengthen your application.

Ask a Former Adcom: How to Get Into BYU

A former BYU admissions officer breaks down the holistic review process and shares what they're really looking for in applications.

FPA AI Readiness Scorecard

FP&A AI Readiness Scorecard Not every finance task is ready for AI. This one-page scorecard helps you decide which ones are, in about five minutes. How it works Pick one recurring FP&A task, such as variance commentary, a management pack or a forecast refresh. Score it against five questions, 0 to 2 points each: Your total out of 10 tells you what to do next: automate now, pilot with controls, redesign first, or keep it human-led. What’s inside The scoring sheet with four score bands and clear next steps A benchmark of 10 common FP&A tasks, from data consolidation (9/10) to board sign-off (1/10) A simple rule for what to automate and what to keep with people Who it’s for FP&A managers, financial controllers and finance leaders deciding where AI belongs in their process. Want help with your result? Book a session with me here on Leland and we’ll take your highest-scoring task and turn it into a workflow you can trust. Albert Lee, Fellow CPA (HKICPA) · Leland Top Expert, AI for Finance

Hear Straight from Admissions Directors

Want to hear directly from the people who help shape MBA classes? This session offers a unique opportunity to learn how admissions directors evaluate candidates and what stands out in today's competitive application process. Whether you're just beginning your MBA journey or preparing to apply soon, you'll leave with a clearer understanding of what top programs are looking for. Join live for this special MBA Week session, presented in partnership with Poets & Quants, featuring a panel of MBA admissions directors. Bring your questions and gain firsthand insights that can help you approach your applications with greater confidence and clarity.

Build Your Software Engineering Resume

A strong software engineering resume does more than list languages and tools, it demonstrates impact, ownership, and technical depth in a way that quickly signals readiness to hiring managers. In this session, you’ll learn how to structure your resume, quantify your contributions, highlight meaningful projects, and tailor your experience for internships or full-time roles. Whether you’re a student, career switcher, or early-career engineer, you’ll leave with a clear framework to turn your resume into a powerful interview magnet. Space is limited, so RSVP to secure your spot. We’re excited to be on the software engineering journey with you!

MBA Reapplicant Guide

While it is disappointing to have put so much effort into applications and not get into the school you wanted, there is still hope! Admissions committees tend to look favorably upon reapplicants, provided you can show that you’ve improved your candidacy. During this session, we will discuss how to navigate the MBA admissions process as a reapplicant. We will discuss common reasons people are rejected, how to show growth and MBA readiness, and other ways to improve your chances this time around. We will have tips for those who have applied recently, as well as those who are reapplying again after a break.

Showing Leadership Potential in your MBA App w/ex-Stanford Admissions Director [6/17/2026] (Recording)

Next to academics, the most important criteria that schools evaluate in your MBA application is 'leadership potential'. What is it, and how is it evaluated? While each school may differ slightly, there are several key elements that are common across MBA admissions. My goal is to offer actionable tips and a structured framework to strengthen your application in this area. I draw on more than a decade managing admissions at Stanford GSB, as well as helping to develop the school's core leadership curriculum. Following the session, I will share a video link (in case you miss it) and a PDF summary document.

Product Management 101: A Quick Guide

Get a concise video overview of Product Management. Understand the role, daily life, and how to break into this exciting field!

How to Build a Strong Consulting Resume

This guide provides a detailed approach to crafting a compelling resume for consulting, focusing on key sections and what firms seek.

The Complete Case Interview Walkthrough

Go from start to finish. Master the structure, ace the math, and deliver a winning final recommendation in your next case.

Ten Examples of Great LinkedIn Profiles

Struggling to build your personal brand on LinkedIn? We'll show you 10 real-world profiles that stand out and attract recruiters.

Leland's Complete PM Interview Guide

Ace your product manager interviews. This guide covers everything from behavioral questions to technical and case studies to get you hired.

Consulting Math Guide: Master the Numbers

Crack the case interview. Learn mental math shortcuts, common formulas, and how to confidently calculate anything from market size to profitability.

How to Ace Your Tech Leadership Interview

A structured guide based on 20+ years of tech industry experience, covering how to prepare for and excel in leadership interviews.

Essay Branding Analysis & Example

Learn to build a compelling MBA application narrative by transforming your personal story into a powerful statement of purpose and ambition

Mastering the McKinsey Behavioral Interview

Learn the top 10 behavioral questions for McKinsey and what interviewers are really looking for, from leadership skills to problem-solving.

Lazard Analyst IB Resume Example

See a top-tier investment banking resume and learn exactly how to format your experience for a job on Wall Street.

Discount Store Case Interview Practice

Sharpen your consulting skills with a real-world discount retail case—structure, estimate, and strategize your way to a winning solution.