Leland+ Content Library

Wharton Essays – Transformational Strategy and Peer-Driven Leadership

Two admissions essays outlining a clear path to becoming a Chief Transformation Officer, with a focus on retail innovation, global business, and a commitment to resilience, mentorship, and community-building at Wharton.

MBA Application Tracker – Multi-School Progress Sheet

A spreadsheet to manage deadlines, task completion, recommender status, and materials across multiple MBA programs.

Recommender Prep Packet – Timeline, Strategy, and Talking Points

A structured slide deck to guide recommenders through the application process, including school-specific expectations, key application themes, deadlines, and detailed examples to help them craft strong, personalized letters.

Wharton Essay – Resilience, Recovery, and Building Authentic Connection

A powerful response to Wharton’s impact prompt, reflecting on recovery from a life-altering injury and the lessons of vulnerability, optimism, and team trust that the applicant plans to bring to Wharton’s community.

MBA Resume – Social Impact, Strategy, and Startup Growth

Resume of an admitted applicant to Wharton, Kellogg, and CBS, highlighting experience in consulting, consumer goods, and nonprofit leadership, with a strong focus on education equity and product innovation.

New Grad Consulting Resume

Management consulting resume of a UPenn Math major with a Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies minor and experience in investment banking summer roles.

Why Stanford: Driving Equity in Retail

Explore a successful Stanford GSB essay focusing on leveraging an MBA to champion strategy and equity, foster inclusive retail environments, and engage with cutting-edge social innovation.

HBS Example Essay: From Crisis to Leadership

Discover how to craft a powerful HBS essay by transforming personal experiences into leadership lessons.

Why Chicago Booth: A Pro Athlete's MBA Essay

See how to write a compelling "Why Booth" MBA essay that connects your unique background to your career goals and program choice.

Wharton MBA Essays - Energy Finance Career Vision

These essays detail a candidate’s transition from renewable energy project management to investment banking, with a focus on leadership, community impact, and long-term goals in energy innovation.

Kellogg Personal Statement Example – Inclusion, Courage, and Financial Equity

A values-driven essay reflecting on the applicant’s journey from financial insecurity to advocacy, detailing her commitment to DEI, mentorship, and inclusive hiring—even when it meant challenging the status quo.

Example Harvard MBA Essay - Career Aspirations

This example essay for Harvard Business School answers the "Briefly tell us more about your career aspirations" prompt and focuses on goals to be a cross-cultural leader.

HBS Personal Statement Example: Crafting a Story of You

A deep dive into a successful Harvard Business School personal statement. Learn how to tell a compelling story that gets you noticed by admissions committees.

HBS MBA Example Essay: Social Impact & Renewable Energy

See a standout HBS MBA essay on social justice, renewable energy projects, and future career goals in finance.

HBS Example Essay – Leading Through Loss and Building a Cross-Cultural Bridge

A powerful essay recounting how the author stepped up after a mentor's sudden passing to lead high-stakes negotiations between German leadership and the Russian government, highlighting resilience, cultural fluency, and emergent leadership.

Mastering the Bain Interview

​Get an insider’s edge on the Bain interview process in this tactical, high-impact workshop led by Erik Z., a former Bain manager and recruiter. Erik will walk you through what makes Bain’s interview process unique, how to approach both the case and behavioral components, and what top candidates do to stand out. Whether you’re prepping for a first round or gearing up for final interviews, this session will give you practical strategies to boost your confidence and performance.

Steps to Landing Academic Research Through Faculty Outreach

Build rapport with professors and land the research opportunities you want. This is the complete outreach checklist.

Booth MBA Essay Examples - Pivot from Engineering to Business

Essays highlighting a clear career pivot from engineering to business, with reflections on leadership, adaptability, and the pursuit of meaningful impact.

Why Every Leader Needs An Executive Coach

​Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder, leading a startup, or managing a high-impact team, having the right support can make all the difference. In this session, we’ll explore why executive coaching is no longer a luxury reserved for the C-suite — it’s a strategic advantage for any ambitious leader. ​Join Kerry R., Keith S., and Debonné N. - top Leland coaches as they break down the real value of coaching: from navigating career transitions and strengthening leadership presence to making smarter decisions and avoiding burnout. You’ll learn what to look for in a great coach, how the coaching process works, and how to unlock your full potential — personally and professionally.

Back-to-School PE + IB Networking

​Kick off the recruiting season with Max A. (Former Senior Associate @ Vector Capital Management) in this interactive networking-focused session for students interested in private equity and investment banking. ​Whether you're preparing for fall interviews or just getting started in the process, this workshop will help you build key relationships, ask the right questions, and make a strong impression. Max will share tactical tips on how to connect with professionals and stand out in coffee chats and info sessions—just in time for the start of the school year.