Leland+ Content Library

Build an AI Document Auditor

​SESSION GUIDE: https://www.lelandcourses.com/ai-builder/ai-document-auditor/ There's a whole category of work that lives in the gap between two documents. The invoice and the contract it came from. The shipment and the order it was supposed to fulfill. The resume and the job description it's claiming to match. Someone is supposed to check whether they actually agree, and most of the time, nobody does. The errors that slip through quietly cost companies a lot of money. ​In this exclusive AI Builder session, Karla M. will walk you step by step through building an automated document audit workflow, using invoice-to-contract matching as the live example. You'll work in Claude alongside an automation platform (Make.com or Zapier) and a simple database (Airtable or Google Sheets), so come with one of each ready to go. ​The real takeaway is the skill underneath: how to get AI to read messy, multi-page PDFs accurately, enforce strict rules so it never guesses, and return clean, structured output every time. Those three moves are what turn a chatbot into a reliable system. Once you can do them, the blueprint travels. Claims against policies. Receipts against expense rules. Patient charts against treatment plans. The example changes; the skill doesn't. ​Karla is a former JP Morgan investment banking associate, where catching a misplaced decimal could cost millions. Now she's helping you build the agent that catches it for you.

Build an AI Personal Trainer

A good personal trainer costs $100 an hour and sees you twice a week. Yours will live in your pocket, cost nothing, and know exactly what to tell you the morning after you slept four hours. ​Join Jon Metz, Principal AI Product Manager at Nike, for an exclusive AI Builder session where you'll build your own AI personal trainer from scratch. Jon will walk you through every step, and by the end of the hour you'll have a working AI that takes your health information and fitness goals and generates a plan that's actually yours. ​This isn't a demo. You'll be building alongside him in real time, so you'll leave with a finished product, not a to-do list. ​Jon spends his days at Nike figuring out how AI can meet athletes where they are. Now he's bringing that expertise directly to you. ​Open exclusively to AI Builder Program members.

Building an AI Knowledge Wiki

Structure your context files so your AI agent always has the right information, retrieves it without guessing, and gives you specific answers instead of generic ones.

What is an Extracurricular List?

An overview of the extracurricular list, explaining its purpose in the application process and how it is used to showcase your unique passions, skills, and personal growth outside of the classroom.

Inside Law Admissions: What Actually Gets You In [5/11/2026] (Recording)

1YR LELAND+ GIVEAWAY FOR LIVE ATTENDEES ($119 VALUE). Law school admissions can feel opaque, especially when strong applicants still struggle to understand what truly drives decisions. This session is for candidates who want a clearer picture of what actually gets you admitted. You’ll learn how admissions committees evaluate your academic record and experiences, what makes a personal statement stand out, and the patterns reviewers see across successful applicants. Join live to hear directly from a panel of law admissions professionals and ask your questions about your own application strategy. The panelists regularly evaluate candidates and advise applicants, and will share the perspectives typically discussed in admissions review conversations. It’s a chance to get grounded, practical insight before you submit.

Build Your Test Prep Study Plan: GMAT & GRE

Your target score is not a dream. It is a strategy. The GMAT and GRE are beatable, but only if you stop winging it and start training with intention. In this session, you will build a personalized, high-performance study plan designed around your strengths, weaknesses, and timeline. You will learn how to diagnose your baseline, prioritize the sections that move the needle fastest, structure practice for maximum retention, and time your prep so you peak exactly when it matters. No more scattered studying. No more second guessing. Just a clear roadmap to a score that changes your trajectory. If you are ready to take control of your prep and unlock your full potential, this is your starting line.

Software Engineering Recruiting Week Kickoff

Kick off Software Engineering Recruiting Week with a high-level panel covering everything you need to know to successfully navigate the recruiting process. This session will break down what matters most at each stage, including resumes, networking strategies, interview preparation, and how to position yourself as a strong candidate. You’ll gain insider perspective on what hiring managers actually look for, where candidates tend to waste time, and how to prioritize your efforts for maximum impact. Whether you’re just getting started or refining your strategy, this session will give you a clear roadmap for the recruiting journey ahead.

Save $100k+ vs US: Europe Master's with Fulbright Funding- Application

Top-ranked European institutions offer world-class master's degrees that save Americans $93,000 to $161,000 compared to equivalent-ranked US graduate programs. I understand this journey firsthand: I was a Fulbright scholar myself. What unites successful recipients? They discovered that Americans have significantly higher Fulbright acceptance rates than any other prestigious international scholarship, and with good strategy, your chances are quite high. European universities combine academic excellence with financial accessibility. Hundreds of top-ranked institutions offer English-taught master's programs with clear pathways to meaningful careers. The financial impact is transformative: saving $100,000+ on graduate education is equivalent to having more than $1,000 per month in additional disposable income for the next 10 years. You gain not just a degree, but entry into one of the most prestigious international networks while making significant international experience. With post-study work visas up to 36 months, European employers increasingly recruit international master's graduates, creating unprecedented opportunities for ambitious graduates. Now is the time to act: preparation work for the 2027-2028 Fulbright cycle begins in February 2026, applications open in April, and most students face campus pre-selection deadlines in August before the October national deadline. Join me for this free event where we cover strategic country selection, application components, timeline preparation, post-graduation employment pathways, and real cost comparisons with equivalent-ranked US programs. What if this high-quality, fully-funded path to advanced education and a European career is exactly your calling?

How to Land a Role as a Growth Equity Analyst

Breaking into growth equity is competitive, and most candidates struggle because they don't know how the role differs from traditional private equity or what firms are actually evaluating. This session is for undergraduates, MBA students, and early-career professionals who are actively recruiting for growth equity analyst positions. You'll leave with a clearer understanding of how to position your deal experience, what frameworks interviewers use to assess market sizing and company evaluation, and how to tailor your story for growth-stage investing roles specifically. Attending live gives you the chance to ask questions about your specific background and get real-time feedback that a recording simply can't offer. The insights shared here reflect the patterns seen across successful candidates, the kind of guidance that typically comes up in one-on-one coaching conversations. If you're actively recruiting or plan to start soon, this is worth your time.

How to Network Like a Pro to Land IB Interviews

Breaking into investment banking isn’t just about technical skills—it’s about building relationships that get you in the door. In this session, you’ll learn proven networking strategies that help candidates turn cold outreach into meaningful conversations, develop strong connections with bankers, and convert touchpoints into interview opportunities. Led by Jonathan S., a former Wells Fargo investment banker and experienced coach who has helped candidates land roles at top firms, this workshop will teach you how to craft effective outreach messages, manage informational interviews, and confidently position your story. Whether you’re early in recruiting or trying to level up your current approach, you’ll leave with actionable tactics you can start using immediately to stand out in a crowded pipeline.

How to Land a Place at Oxford or Cambridge Panel

​Securing a Master's offer from Oxford or Cambridge is one of the most competitive admissions challenges in the world. With rigorous academic standards, unique interview formats, and a highly selective admissions process, standing out requires more than just strong grades. ​In this panel, Adam B. and Zuwena V. with Matthew M. as a moderator will share proven strategies for excelling at every stage of the Master's admissions process for these elite schools. You’ll gain insights into building a strong academic profile, writing a compelling personal statement, preparing for subject-specific assessments, and navigating the interview. Whether you’re just beginning your application or fine-tuning your final materials, this session will give you the clarity and confidence you need to maximize your chances of success at these world-class institutions.

Land a Role as a Shopify APM - Applications Open Now

​The Shopify Apprentice Product Manager (APM) cohort for Winter 2026 is open now and this workshop is your live chance to give your application the edge. In this session, coach Rahim D. (Senior Product Manager at Atlassian, former Product Lead and Hiring Manager at Shopify) will break down everything you need to nail the Shopify APM application before it closes. ​You’ll get real-time strategies for crafting your story, acing the case interview, and highlighting the right experiences even if you’re early in your product journey. Applications close September 26, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST, so this is time-sensitive—plus, you can book personalized 1:1 coaching with Rahim by visiting his profile to sharpen your resume, mock interviews, or application responses before you hit submit.

Inside the Interview Room: Live MBB Case [9/3/2026] (Recording)

Live MBB case, worked start to finish, in real time. I'll walk through a full case the way it actually shows up in a McKinsey, Bain, or BCG first round: structuring the problem, sizing the market, and landing a recommendation under time pressure. You'll see how to build a framework from scratch instead of forcing a memorized one, how to handle the math without losing the thread of the business problem, and how to close with a clear "so what." By the end you'll have a repeatable structure you can use in your own interviews, not just notes on one case. Ex-McKinsey (Johannesburg, New York, San Francisco), Harvard MBA. I coach case prep for MBB-bound candidates on Leland.

MBA to Consulting: How to Nail the Interview

Consulting interviews are some of the toughest in the MBA world—and breaking into a top firm requires mastery of both case and behavioral components. In this workshop, Erik Z. —a former Bain consultant and manager who spent three years on the “other side” of recruiting—will walk you through exactly how to prepare. Having conducted 300+ mock interviews, authored an MBA interview case at Bain, and coached candidates (including many from non-traditional backgrounds) into MBB, Erik brings insider knowledge of what firms truly look for. He’ll cover networking strategy, resume positioning, case frameworks, behavioral excellence, and the nuances that help you stand out during recruiting season. Whether you're prepping for on-campus recruiting or pivoting into consulting post-MBA, this session will give you the clarity and confidence to excel.

Maximize Your Law School Scholarship Opportunities [8/4/2026] (Recording)

Law school is a major investment, but the right scholarship strategy can dramatically reduce the cost of earning your degree. This session is for applicants who want to maximize their chances of receiving merit scholarships and competitive funding opportunities. You'll learn how scholarship decisions are made, what makes an applicant stand out, and the strategies that can help you position yourself for more financial support. Join live to hear from a law school admissions expert who earned a Stanford JD and was selected as a Knight-Hennessy, Rhodes, and Truman Scholar. The speaker will share firsthand insights into building a scholarship-worthy application, avoiding common mistakes, and identifying opportunities that many applicants overlook. Expect practical guidance you can immediately apply as you prepare your law school applications and scholarship materials.

Startup Insights: Lessons From Successful Founders

​​​​​​​​Building a company from the ground up comes with both challenges and breakthroughs. In this panel, you’ll hear directly from successful founders who have navigated the early stages of entrepreneurship and scaled their startups into thriving businesses. ​Our panelists will share candid stories about their journeys, the biggest lessons they’ve learned, and what they wish they knew when starting out. From fundraising and product development to hiring and growth, you’ll gain actionable insights into what it really takes to build and lead a successful startup.

Why You're Running Out of Time on the LSAT - and How to Fix It Before August [6/19/2026] (Recording)

Running out of time on the LSAT is rarely just a pacing problem—it’s usually a sign of deeper issues in approach, prioritization, and decision-making under pressure. This session is for students who feel consistently rushed on Logical Reasoning or Reading Comprehension and want to improve before the August exam. You’ll learn why high scorers move efficiently without rushing, the habits that quietly drain time during sections, and the specific adjustments that can help you complete more questions accurately. Join live to hear how an experienced LSAT coach diagnoses timing issues and the patterns they see across students who successfully improve their pacing. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions about your own prep strategy and get practical guidance typically shared in 1:1 coaching sessions.

MBA to Consulting Panel

Still planning to break into consulting before graduation? You're not alone, and it's not too late. This panel is designed for MBA students who are exploring full-time roles in consulting, whether you’re re-recruiting, pivoting, or looking to refine your strategy. ​Hear from Taylor R., Andrew H., and Rifat M., all of whom successfully landed consulting offers later in the MBA journey as they share practical advice on networking, storytelling, case prep, and how to stand out in a competitive recruiting cycle. If you're hoping to make the jump into MBB or other top firms, this session will help you make the most of the months ahead.

MBB Market Sizing Guide

You can get the number right and still fail the case. MBB interviewers aren't scoring your arithmetic; they're scoring whether you stated the equation before you computed, whether you caught that transactions aren't cups, whether you know an installed base from an annual sales flow and whether you finished with the business implication instead of the number. This guide is seven cases, ordered by difficulty, each written the way the question actually appears in a real interview: clarifying questions worth asking, the trap that catches the average candidate, a full worked answer, and a breakdown of what separates a strong one. You'll size: + Disposable cups at a national coffee chain + Airport throughput two independent ways + UK pet insurance + German elevator maintenance + US EV fast-charging in 2030 + An AI radiology product with no observable price + US residential HVAC