Leland+ Content Library

How to Write a “Why Stanford” Essay That Stands Out

Actionable guidance on crafting a compelling Stanford GSB essay that clearly connects your goals, values, and motivations with what the school uniquely offers.

Ace Your Interview!

A high-level guide to interview preparation, offering tips on confidence, structure, and storytelling to help you make a strong impression across MBA or job interviews.

Letter of Recommendation Deadlines Tracker – MBA Applications

A spreadsheet to help applicants organize recommender deadlines across schools, ensuring timely submissions and clear communication throughout the application cycle.

Traditional MBA Candidates: Differentiating Yourself

A strategic session for applicants from common pre-MBA backgrounds—like consulting or finance—focused on how to craft a distinctive narrative, highlight unique experiences, and stand out in a competitive pool.

Mock McKinsey Case Interview with Tips

A live case interview walkthrough paired with insider advice on recruiting for top consulting roles—covering prep strategies, resume tips, and interview best practices.

Ace MBA Interviews: Strategies for Walk Me Through Your Resume & TMAY

A tactical session focused on nailing two of the most common MBA interview questions with structured approaches, strong storytelling, and tips for tailoring your narrative to each program.

Transform Your Personal Brand

An introspective video to help you clarify, refine, and communicate your unique value across resumes, interviews, and networking conversations.

Columbia MBA Example Essays – Music Education, Innovation, and Leadership

Three essays answering Columbia's prompts on “Why an MBA,” “A favorite class,” and “A leader you admire,” blending a passion for music education with social entrepreneurship, teamwork, and creative leadership.

Application Strategies for Non-Traditional Candidates

Learn how to leverage your distinctive background and stand out in the MBA application process!

Understanding Job Offers (Including Compensation and Benefits)

A practical guide to understanding the full value of a job offer—from salary to stock options to hidden perks.

Product Recruiting AMA with a PM from LinkedIn, Uber, and a Startup

Hear insights from a Product Manager from LinkedIn, Uber, and a startup! Get your questions answered on product recruiting, career paths, and breaking into top tech roles.

How to Create a Timeline to Ace the GMAT

Tips and guidance for building a structured, effective GMAT prep plan.

Investment Memo: Tango Example

Dive into a real-world investment memo for Tango to understand startup valuation, due diligence, and SaaS business analysis.

Strategy and Operations Resume

Resume highlighting leadership in strategy, product success, and experience across healthcare, tech, and academic settings.

What Makes a Good Stock Pitch

Slides covering content, delivery, tips and examples.

Breaking Into Product Management: Real Stories

Real stories from product managers who transitioned from other fields

Cracking College Admissions: Insights from Experts

​College admissions is more competitive and complex than ever. Between building a strong academic profile, highlighting extracurricular impact, and telling your story authentically, students often wonder what really matters most to admissions officers. ​In this session, you’ll hear from experienced coaches Annabella G. (Columbia), Alex T. (Caltech), Lucy G. (Harvard) who will break down the college application process and share what top schools are actually looking for. We’ll cover how to approach essays and supplements, strategies for building a balanced school list, and ways to stand out beyond test scores and GPA.

New GRE: Percent Bakery Question

Review a percent change example for the GRE.