Leland+ Content Library

Resume Revolution: The ATS-Proof Blueprint [8/18/2026] (Recording)

Your resume isn't failing because you're not qualified. It's failing before a human ever sees it. Applications per hire have tripled since 2021. Only 2-3% of applications reach the interview stage, and the ones that do aren't necessarily the most qualified. They're the best ranked. Resume Revolution is a live workshop built around the three layers of a resume that actually converts: Beat the Bots: How ATS systems rank resumes and how to optimize for the search engine, not just avoid the shredder. Impress the Human: The 10-second F-pattern scan. What your top one-third must answer to keep a recruiter reading. The X-Y-Z Formula: Stop describing duties. Start showing outcomes. The framework for turning your work history into quantified business value. We close with a live resume audit, applying the blueprint to real profiles in real time. You'll leave with a clear action plan to rewrite your format, your bullets, and your keyword strategy before your next application goes out. Stop applying to the black hole. Start architecting your offer.

Admissions Insiders: What Schools are Really Looking For [8/19/2026] (Recording)

Admissions can feel like a black box. What actually moves the needle on your application? How much does the interview matter? Nobody tells you, because the people who know aren't usually the people talking. This panel changes that. Three former MBA admissions officers, the people who used to sit on the other side of the table deciding who got in and who didn't, are coming together to tell you what they actually looked for. Now they coach applicants through this exact process, so they've seen it from both sides: what gets an application noticed, and what gets it rejected. If you're applying to a top MBA program, this is the closest you'll get to sitting in on the room where those decisions get made.

AMA: Buying a Business as a Serial Acquirer [8/15/2026] (Recording)

Buying a business sounds simple: find a great company, make an offer, close the deal, and become an owner. The reality is much more complicated. Join Mark Fleming, CFA, FRM, for an open AMA on what it actually takes to buy, operate, and grow small businesses. Since acquiring his first company in 2017, Mark has partnered with operators to buy 20+ businesses across multiple industries, exited two, and advised buyers through more than 100 additional acquisition processes. Bring your questions about finding deals, evaluating opportunities, financing acquisitions, negotiating with sellers, structuring partnerships, navigating diligence, and avoiding expensive mistakes. Whether you're actively searching, preparing for your first acquisition, or thinking about building a portfolio of businesses, this is your chance to ask questions and hear lessons learned from hundreds of real deals (including the ones he walked away from).

Get 10x More Out of Claude by Organizing Your Context [6/15/2026] (Recording)

Many people use AI tools like Claude every day without realizing how much output quality depends on the context they provide. This workshop is for professionals, students, and builders who want to use Claude more effectively by organizing information in a way that leads to stronger, more reliable results. You’ll learn how to structure context for better responses, avoid the common prompting mistakes that create weak outputs, and build workflows that make AI substantially more useful in real work. Join live to see how an experienced AI coach approaches context organization and the patterns they see across effective AI users. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions in real time and learn practical frameworks typically shared in hands-on coaching and workflow sessions.

From Idea to Product with AI Agents [6/11/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you will know how to move from a raw product idea to a working prototype using AI agents, without a traditional engineering team. We'll cover how to scope an agent-driven build, which tools actually hold up in production, and how to think about iteration when the system is doing the work for you. Attending live means you can describe your specific idea or constraint and hear how to approach it directly, which is context a recording cannot give you. The coach works on AI-powered product development daily, and this session is a chance to see how that thinking applies in real time.

Lessons Learned from 100+ Business Acquisitions [7/25/2026] (Recording)

What can 100+ acquisitions teach you that no textbook can? Join Mark Fleming, CFA, FRM, as he shares the hard-earned lessons from more than 100 small business acquisitions. Mark reveals 10 patterns he's seen across hundreds transactions, from successful acquisitions to opportunities abandoned before they became expensive mistakes. This session is designed for current and aspiring business buyers who want practical, experience-based advice they can use to find better businesses, negotiate with confidence, and close stronger deals.

Blank Page to Submitted: Step by Step Guide to Writing Your Personal Statement [8/20/2026] (Recording)

Writing an MBA personal statement can be challenging when you’re trying to turn your experiences and goals into a clear, compelling story. This session is designed for MBA applicants who want practical best practices for writing stronger essays and a better understanding of what makes a personal statement effective. Ben and Allie will walk through key principles for developing your story, structuring your essay, and strengthening your writing, with examples to show what these principles look like in practice. Attending live gives you the opportunity to bring your specific questions, whether you’re starting from a blank page or working through a particular school’s prompt, and get a direct response in the moment. Ben and Allie will share the advice and techniques they use when working with MBA applicants and, where helpful, walk through example essays to show how strong writing decisions come together. If you want practical guidance you can apply to your own essays, it’s worth joining live.

Casing 101: Crafting a Bullet-Proof Case Interview Study Plan [7/24/2026] (Recording)

Have you been putting off learning how to (properly) case for your consulting interview? I received full-time offers from McKinsey, BCG, and Bain after teaching myself to case in just a few weeks by using a study plan that took me from feeling intimidated to genuinely excited to sit for my case interviews, confident I could unravel any case question put in front of me. In this session, I will lay out how to create a truly effective prep plan, even on a tight schedule, so that you can case smarter, not harder. In this session, I will cover: 1. Casing fundamentals: What the case interview is actually testing you for 2. Key Pitfalls in case prep: What I see candidates doing wrong and where they waste time 3. Building a casing prep schedule tailored to you: How to sequence and master each core casing skill (including how to sequence an interview prep ‘sprint’) 4. Success metrics: How to keep yourself accountable and where you should be 3 weeks / 2 weeks / 1 week ahead of your interview

What Applicants Often Miss: Resumes and Letters of Recommendation [8/18/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you'll know how to frame your resume for an MBA application rather than a job application, and how to brief recommenders so their letters actually reinforce your narrative. Most applicants underestimate both: resumes that read like LinkedIn profiles, and recommendation letters that praise effort instead of demonstrating impact. These are two of the most common patterns I see across candidates who stall at the screening stage. Attending live means you can describe your specific background and get a direct answer about what I would flag or fix, which a recording cannot give you. I review MBA applications regularly, and this session reflects how I actually think through these materials when I'm evaluating a real candidate's profile.

Job Search Week Kickoff: Land Your Next Job in 2026 [7/27/2026] (Recording)

The job market is changing fast, and the candidates who land the best opportunities in 2026 will be the ones with a clear strategy. This kickoff session is for students and professionals who want to approach their job search with more confidence, clarity, and purpose. You'll learn the core principles that consistently help candidates land competitive roles, from positioning yourself effectively to networking, interviewing, and navigating today's hiring landscape. Join live to hear from a panel of job search experts who have helped candidates break into some of the most sought-after industries. The panelists will share the tactics, mindset shifts, and hiring trends that are shaping successful job searches in 2026, along with practical advice you can apply immediately. Whether you're beginning your search or looking to level up your approach, this session will give you a strong foundation for landing your next role.

10 Must Haves for a Strong MBA Application [8/20/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you will know exactly what separates competitive MBA applications from the ones that fall short. We will cover how to frame your post-MBA goals in a way that feels coherent and specific, how to assess whether your recommenders are actually positioned to advocate for you, and how to evaluate your own candidacy the way an admissions committee would. Attending live means you can ask a direct question about your profile and hear how an experienced coach thinks through a case like yours in real time, context that a recording simply cannot replicate. This coach works with MBA applicants daily and will be sharing the patterns that consistently show up across strong applications, offering a genuine look into how this work gets done.

The MBA Story Sprint: Build a Compelling Admit-Ready Narrative [8/18/2026] (Recording)

This workshop will help MBA applicants move from a fragmented set of stories/experiences to a clear, compelling admissions narrative. We’ll break down how to craft a story that connects your career history, leadership moments, future goals, and “why MBA” into a narrative that feels distinctive, credible, linear, and harmonious. You’ll leave with a practical framework for identifying your strongest themes, avoiding generic essay traps, and building an application that shows not only what you’ve done, but also who you are, how you lead, and where you’re going. My objective for livestream attendees is simple: to equip MBA applicants with a framework to unlock the strongest version of their story, then communicate it with clarity, confidence, and proof. If you are a professional applying to MBA programs in Round 1 or Round 2 (especially if currently in or looking to switch to strategy, finance, consulting, corporate, or operations post-MBA), this event is for you! This is free. It's live. It's 1 hour that will transform your application. Reserve your spot now while seats are available. **** About your Host Jimmy is a Tuck MBA graduate, corporate strategy executive, and former Management Consultant with 13+ years of experience shaping high-stakes presentations and stories for senior executives and boards. As an MBA admissions coach, he helps applicants uncover what makes them distinctive and turn their experiences, goals, and values into a clear, authentic, and compelling application story.

Unlock Your Next Career Move: What Actually Gets You Hired [6/10/2026] (Recording)

Applying endlessly without getting interviews can make the job search feel frustrating and unpredictable. This session is designed for professionals who want a clearer understanding of what actually drives hiring decisions and how to position themselves more effectively in a competitive market. You’ll learn how to strengthen your resume narrative, communicate your value in interviews and networking conversations, and identify the signals hiring managers consistently look for across strong candidates. Attending live gives you the opportunity to ask questions about your own search and get real-time feedback on challenges you’re facing. The panelists work closely with candidates navigating career transitions and will share the patterns they see across successful job searches, along with what stands out during the hiring process. If you want a more focused and strategic approach to landing your next role, it’s worth joining live.

Word Problem tricks for the GRE [8/13/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you will know how to break down GRE word problems faster and with fewer errors. We will cover how to identify the hidden variable in rate and work problems, how to set up equations from dense word problems without losing track of what is being asked, and how to avoid the common misreads that cost test-takers points on problems they actually understand. Attending live means you can bring a specific problem type you keep getting wrong and hear how to think through it in real time, which a recording cannot replicate. The coach works with GRE students regularly and will share the patterns that separate high scorers from those who plateau, giving you a window into how an expert actually reads these problems.

Home for Ambition #19 — Weekly Live Show [8/12/2026] (Recording)

Home for Ambition is a weekly live show, hosted by Leland CEO, John Koelliker, for people trying to stay ahead as work, learning, and opportunity keep changing. Each episode tackles a handful of timely, high-signal topics across AI, careers, education, and the future of work. We expect thoughtful debate, unique perspectives, and practical takeaways you can actually use. It is not a typical interview show or a generic news recap. It is a live roundtable built to help ambitious people make sense of what is changing, understand what matters, and leave with a sharper point of view on how to navigate what comes next.