Leland+ Content Library

Darden MBA Application Guide

Learn about deadlines, essays, and other elements of the Darden MBA application.

NYU Stern Example – Activities and Achievements List

A sample of curated extracurriculars and accomplishments designed to strengthen an MBA application by showcasing leadership, initiative, and impact.

HBS Example Essay – Breaking Cycles and Building Opportunity

A powerful reflection on overcoming systemic inequality, founding a nonprofit, and using impact investing to drive change for underrepresented communities.

Differentiate Your MBA Application: The Power of Deep School Research

How thorough school research can elevate your essays, interviews, and overall application strategy.

Deferred MBA Planning - Preparing for a Successful Application

Watch an event with Leland CEO, John K., where he walks through the components of and timeline for deferred MBA applications.

Amazon Interview Workbook – Full STAR Story Tracker

An organized spreadsheet for preparing Amazon interviews, linking behavioral questions to detailed STAR stories and key leadership principles.

Fuqua School of Business: 25 Random Things Example Essay From An Admitted Applicant

Explore a unique "25 Random Things" essay from an admitted Fuqua applicant, revealing personality beyond the resume.

Thinking Fast & Slow: Mastering Critical Reasoning with a Stanford MBA

Approach critical reasoning questions with confidence after practicing these techniques from a GMAT/GRE expert.

Build an ATS-proof resume [7/27/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you'll know how to structure and keyword-optimize your resume so it clears automated screening systems without reading like a keyword dump. We'll cover how ATS parsers actually rank candidates, which formatting choices quietly disqualify strong applicants, and how to align your resume language to job descriptions in a way that holds up to human review. Attending live means you can bring your specific industry, role level, or career gap and hear how those details change the approach, context a recording cannot replicate. The coach works with candidates on this every week and will share the patterns that consistently separate resumes that move forward from those that quietly disappear.

Career Wisdom: Navigating rupture in the world order [7/1/2026] (Recording)

The professional world is changing faster than ever, and many people are trying to figure out how to build stable, meaningful careers in the middle of constant uncertainty. This session is for professionals who want a clearer framework for navigating major shifts in the economy, technology, and workplace. You’ll learn how to adapt your career strategy during periods of disruption, identify opportunities within change, and make decisions that position you for long-term growth and resilience. Join live to hear from two experienced career development coaches and ask questions about your own professional path. The speakers have guided individuals through career pivots, industry shifts, and uncertain job markets, and will share the patterns they see across people who navigate change successfully. Expect grounded insights and practical advice similar to what’s covered in 1:1 coaching conversations.

AI Skills Week Kickoff + Which AI Tool Should I Use? (Recording)

With new AI tools launching constantly, it can be difficult to know which ones are actually useful and which are just adding noise to your workflow. This session is designed for professionals, builders, and curious learners who want a practical framework for choosing the right AI tools based on their goals and use cases. You’ll learn how to evaluate tools across different categories, understand where specific tools perform best, and build a more intentional approach to integrating AI into your work. Attending live gives you the opportunity to ask questions about your own workflows, challenges, and tool stack in real time. The speaker works closely with individuals and teams adopting AI and will share the patterns they see across successful implementations, along with how they think through tool selection in practice. If you want a clearer approach to navigating the growing AI landscape, it’s worth joining live.

How to Build a Case Prep Study Plan

Strong case performance is rarely the result of doing random practice and hoping for the best. The candidates who improve fastest follow a deliberate study plan that builds the right skills in the right order. This session is for aspiring consultants who want to approach case prep more strategically and maximize their progress. You’ll learn how to structure an effective study plan, balance drills with live practice, and focus on the areas that will improve your performance most.

From Strong to Unforgettable: Crafting Essays That Help You Break into the Ivies

Writing a strong college essay is one thing—writing one that stays with an admissions reader is something else entirely. This session is designed for students who want to elevate their essays beyond polished writing and create a narrative that feels personal, memorable, and distinctly their own. You’ll learn how to identify the stories worth telling, build a compelling narrative structure, and avoid the common mistakes that make essays blend together.

Your Plan to Build an AI-Native Team in 6 Weeks

Trying to introduce AI into your team without a clear plan can quickly turn into scattered tools, inconsistent adoption, and unclear results. This session is designed for leaders and operators who want a practical roadmap for building a more AI-native team with structure and intention. You’ll learn how to identify high-impact workflows, create systems that encourage adoption across teams, and build a phased implementation plan that drives meaningful day-to-day change over six weeks.