Leland+ Content Library

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.

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.

Issue Trees: How to Structure Any Case Interview Problem

Most candidates jump straight into analysis. The best ones build a clean structure first. This video covers everything you need to know about issue trees: what they are, why interviewers score your structure before anything else, the four ways to break down any problem (stakeholder, process, segment, math), and the five tips that separate a strong tree from a weak one. Then I build one live from scratch on a real case so you can see exactly how it comes together.

Real MBB Case Series: Live Bain Case Walkthrough

Are you gearing up for a management consulting interview and want to ace the case interview? Join me, Thabang, for a live Bain case walkthrough as part of our Real MBB Case Series. This session is designed to enhance your skills in case math, exhibit interpretation, frameworks, and overall case interview prep based off a Real Bain Case! With my background as an ex-MBB Consultant and having conducted over 1,000 coaching sessions, I have a proven track record of helping candidates secure their dream consulting roles. I was recognized as the Top Coach across Europe, Middle East & Africa in 2023 by an MBB, so I know exactly what it takes to succeed in MBB interviews.

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.

Vibe Coding 101: Build a Real Product with Just an Idea and AI

Have an idea for a product but no clear roadmap for turning it into something real? This session is designed for founders, builders, and curious creators who want to understand how AI can help take a concept from rough idea to working product faster than traditional workflows allow. You’ll learn how to turn ideas into actionable prompts, structure an AI-assisted building process, and avoid common mistakes that slow projects down or create messy outputs.

Why Most Medical School Essays Fail (And How To Fix Yours)

Most medical school essays don't fail because of poor writing. They fail because they blend in. After reviewing hundreds of applications, I've seen the same costly mistakes over and over again. In this focused session, I'll break down exactly why most medical school essays miss the mark—and how to start fixing yours. You'll leave knowing: • The most common traps applicants fall into with personal statements and secondaries • How to transform your experiences into a stronger, more cohesive narrative • Practical strategies you can apply to your essays right away Don't miss this opportunity to gain expert guidance from an admissions coach whose clients have earned admission to top medical schools like Harvard, Johns Hopkins, Mayo Clinic, Duke, and Vanderbilt. Reserve your spot today!

How to Write a Standout Medical School Personal Statement

Think you need a dramatic backstory to write a compelling medical school personal statement? You don't. In this session, expert admissions coach Dr. Erica shares the proven approaches she's used to help students craft essays that have led to acceptances at medical schools like Harvard, Johns Hopkins, Mayo Clinic, and Duke. You'll leave with a clear, step-by-step framework for building a personal statement that stands out—even if you feel you're missing a "wow" factor. You'll also see before-and-after examples that show the difference between blending in and breaking through. If you've been staring at a blank page, unsure where to begin, this session will give you the direction and confidence to move forward. Take the first step toward a standout personal statement and reserve your spot now!

Map and Activate Your LinkedIn Network with Claude [5/13/2026] (Recording)

You have hundreds of LinkedIn connections you've never done anything with. In this hands-on session, we'll turn your exported LinkedIn data into a working professional CRM in Notion — no automation tools, code, or technical setup required. Using a Claude prompt, we'll categorize your top contacts by relationship tier, industry, and relevance, then drop everything into a pre-built Notion template so you know exactly who to reach out to, when, and what to say. You'll also get a read on what content resonates with your specific network, which feeds directly into what we build in the next session. Pre-work: Request your LinkedIn connections export at least 24 hours before the session (Settings → Data Privacy → Get a copy of your data). LinkedIn emails it within 24 hours and it only takes 2 minutes to request. Outcome for attendees: A populated Notion CRM with their top LinkedIn contacts categorized into tiers, a suggested next action for each, and a content resonance analysis showing what topics will actually land with their network. Session pre-requisites: Claude account & Notion account — free is fine 🙂

MBA Application Checklist: A Step-by-Step Strategy Guide

A practical, easy-to-follow MBA application guide designed to help applicants move from uncertainty to a clear admissions strategy. This resource walks through the key decisions behind a strong MBA application, including when to apply, how to choose the right MBA format, how to build a balanced school list, what admissions committees look for, and how to craft a compelling application narrative. Inside, you’ll find a structured MBA application checklist covering standardized tests, school research, essays, recommendation letters, interview preparation, offer evaluation, and key strategic considerations. It is especially useful for career pivoters, international candidates, and applicants who want more clarity before investing time and money into applications. Created by Fabio Rodriguez, IESE MBA, Coach & Professor, this guide is based on the MBA strategy framework shown in the uploaded session deck, including school fit, career outcomes, application process, and admissions positioning.

The LSAT Rebuild: Foundations to 170+ [4/29/2026] (Recording)

In this session, you'll learn how to diagnose and fix the reasoning errors that consistently hold LSAT scores below 160, how to approach logical reasoning questions with a repeatable process rather than instinct, and how to build the structural reading habits that high scorers rely on across all three sections. The focus is on rebuilding fundamentals in a way that compounds, not just patching mistakes one at a time. Attending live means you can ask about your specific score plateau or prep history and hear how a coach who works with LSAT students daily actually thinks through that situation. The patterns that separate 170+ scorers from the rest are recognizable once you know what to look for, and this session is a direct look at how that diagnosis works in practice.

What should I be doing NOW before Round 1 Applications Open?

Applying to MBA and Master's degree programs can be VERY stressful. But they don't have to be. There are many actions you can take now to reduce stress later on, and ensure that you reach your school deadlines as prepared as possible, with applications that you feel truly proud to submit. Join me to review the steps you should be taking now, to have the best possible application process.