Leland+ Content Library

Pathways to Successful Consulting Recruiting

Join us for a consulting recruiting workshop led by Leland coach Ian G, an ex-BCG + Stern Alum who aced all 8 of his strategy consulting interviews and has now gone on to help 500+ candidates land their dream consulting job. In this session, Ian will lay out the entire preparation pathway for how you can set yourself up for success when applying to consulting firms. ​​​This session will include an introduction into everything you need to keep track of in your recruiting journey, and key tips and tricks for every stage of the process!

How to Land a role as a PE Summer Analyst

Learn exactly what it takes to break into one of the most competitive finance roles: the Private Equity Summer Analyst position. In this session, top Leland coaches will walk you through the recruiting timeline, essential technical and behavioral prep, and how to stand out—even without a “traditional” background. You’ll leave with a clear strategy, proven tactics, and actionable steps to make yourself a compelling PE candidate.

Case Math: Contextual Insights

Master the art of contextual math in a case interview. Learn how to transform raw numbers into strategic insights that drive your recommendation and impress the interviewer.

MBA Resume Final Submission Checklist

A practical one-pager to ensure your MBA resume is strategic, polished, and fully aligned with your application story—perfect for a last quality check before submission.

How to Ask the Interviewer the Right Questions

Learn how to ask strategic, insightful questions during your interview that demonstrate your interest and help you determine if the company is the right fit for you.

Law School Admissions: What You Can Do When You Are Waitlisted

Join Indrani, former Associate Director of Admissions at Stanford Law School, as she goes over strategy to help deal with the uncertainty of being put on law school waitlists. She will go over: how the process works, what it means when you are waitlisted, moving the needle, Dos and Don'ts, and the waiting game. At the end, there will be ample time for questions and answers! Almost everyone is waitlisted somewhere, and this session will help you manage the situation.

Deferred MBA Red Flags & How to Reframe Them

Deferred MBA applications are scrutinized closely—and small missteps can raise big questions. In this workshop, top Leland coach and former AdComs at USC Avi L. will break down the most common red flags admissions committees see in deferred MBA candidates, from experience gaps to unclear goals. You’ll learn how to reframe weaknesses with honesty and strategy, strengthen your overall narrative, and present a compelling case for your long-term potential.

Deferred MBA M7 Series: Kellogg

Thinking about a deferred MBA and wondering what it takes to get into a top program like Kellogg? Join Andrew Dale, a former Kellogg Admissions Officer and Supercoach on Leland, as he walks you through what makes a strong application, how to tell a compelling story, and what Kellogg specifically looks for in deferred candidates. Bring your questions about essays, recommenders, interviews, and strategy—Andrew will help position you for success.

How to Master Any Technical Interview

Ace your next technical interview! We break down the key strategies, from preparation and problem-solving to communication, so you can land your dream job.

Using LLMs to Land the Interview

Leverage the power of LLMs to optimize your resume and master networking to land more job interviews.

The Amy Approach: Understanding Financial Aid

A financial aid guide for graduate students.

How to Create a Competitive PhD Application

Applying to PhD programs is about more than strong grades and test scores—it’s about demonstrating research potential, academic fit, and a clear vision for your scholarly path. In this session, Leland coach and former AdComs Director at Princeton and Penn, Melissa A. will break down exactly what makes an applicant stand out in a highly selective process. ​Whether you’re applying this cycle or planning ahead, you’ll leave with a clear strategy for building a strong, cohesive, and competitive PhD application.

Finance Recruiting in the Age of AI [8/3/2026] (Recording)

Investment banking and private equity are changing in the age of AI adoption. Landing the job is changing, too. How should you present your skills, experience, and capabilities to be competitive in such an ever-evolving landscape? We tackle that question and more in this livestream. We'll walk through what matters now for technicals and how to modify your behavioral answers to be competitive in interviews. I have experience in investment banking, private equity, an AI startup, and Harvard Business School. I also worked heavily on our junior recruiting efforts in investment banking and private equity.

Best Practices to Drive AI Adoption and Get Teams Excited About Using AI Tools

AI tools are evolving fast—but if your team isn’t confident using them, you’ll never see the full productivity boost. In this workshop, Logan K.—an AI enablement specialist who has designed dozens of trainings, workshops, and playbooks at Fabletics—will walk you through the practical strategies leaders and teams need to successfully adopt AI. From building excitement and reducing resistance to translating new tools into everyday workflows, Logan will share the frameworks he uses to help organizations scale AI capability with clarity, confidence, and measurable impact. Whether you're a team lead, operator, or individual contributor eager to boost productivity, this session will show you how to turn AI from a buzzword into a competitive advantage.

Making a Law School Prep Plan: How to Ace the LSAT and your Application

Applying to law school takes strategy—from your LSAT prep timeline to how you craft your personal statement. In this session, expert Leland coaches Eshaan S. and Machmud M. will walk you through how to build a smart, structured plan that sets you up for success across every part of the process. ​By the end, you’ll have a clear roadmap for tackling the LSAT, managing your application materials, and presenting your best self to admissions committees.

Mixture Problems Made Easy: The Number Line Trick and More [7/21/2026] (Recording)

Mixture problems don’t have to mean messy algebra and time-consuming calculations. This session is for GMAT test takers who want a faster, cleaner way to solve one of the most commonly tested quant question types. You’ll learn how to use the number line trick to simplify mixture problems, avoid common mistakes, and solve difficult questions with more speed and confidence. Join live to hear from a GMAT expert who scored a 790 on the GMAT and has helped students dramatically improve their quant performance. The speaker will walk through practical examples, break down when this technique works best, and share strategic shortcuts you can immediately apply in your own prep. Expect high-impact methods designed to help you save time and pick up valuable points on test day.

Networking vs Community- How I got into a16z and others [7/17/2026] (Recording)

Are you looking to break into the AI industry but unsure how to to build a community? Join me, David, for an insightful session on "Networking vs Community" where we'll explore effective job search strategies and networking techniques tailored for AI careers. With experience in talent acquisition at top companies like Meta, Intuit, and Andreessen Horowitz, I have a deep understanding of what it takes to stand out in the competitive AI job market. My background in people analytics from The Wharton School and my ongoing studies in coaching further enhance my ability to guide you through this journey. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to leverage both networking and community-building to advance your AI career. Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP and secure your spot today!

Avoid Messy Algebra on the GMAT: Mixtures and Weighted Averages [6/4/2026] (Recording)

GIVEAWAY DURING THE EVENT: Join live for the chance to win a free GMAT Bootcamp seat! Mixture and weighted average questions on the GMAT often look calculation-heavy, but top scorers know how to solve them with far less algebra than most test takers use. This session is for MBA applicants who want faster, cleaner ways to approach these common quant problems. You’ll learn how to recognize efficient setups, avoid the messy calculations that waste time, and apply strategies that improve both speed and accuracy on test day. Join live to work through problems step by step and ask questions about your own GMAT prep. The speaker is an expert GMAT tutor who scored a 790 and regularly helps candidates simplify difficult quant concepts. They’ll share the patterns they see across high scorers and the kinds of shortcuts and frameworks typically covered in focused 1:1 prep sessions.

The Dos and Don't for Using AI in Case Prep [6/25/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you'll know exactly where AI accelerates your case prep and where it quietly works against you. We'll cover how to use AI tools to build structured practice frameworks, why AI-generated feedback often reinforces bad habits in structuring profitability cases, and how to spot the difference between useful output and confident-sounding noise. Attending live means you can describe your actual prep situation and get a direct answer calibrated to where you are right now, not a general response a recording can offer. The coach works with consulting candidates daily and will share the patterns that separate candidates who use AI as a crutch from those who use it to sharpen real case judgment.