Leland+ Content Library

An Introduction to n8n

n8n is an AI-powered workflow automation platform that connects apps, data, and AI in a visual interface. This guide will teach you what it is, how to use it, and how to get started in n8n.

Creating an Elevator Pitch

Develop a clear and engaging elevator pitch that highlights your strengths and captures the interest of potential employers.

Creating an Elevator Pitch

This exercise will walk you through creating an elevator pitch, tagline, and about you statement for networking.

Supplemental Essays: An Overview

A comprehensive guide to understanding supplemental essays, with tips on why they're important, how to approach them, and how to make them stand out.

Awards & Honors: An Overview

Learn how to effectively showcase your achievements on your application, with tips for formatting, context, and standing out.

The Top 10 Things That Matter in a Deferred Application

Applying to deferred MBA programs requires a unique strategy—strong academics and internships aren’t enough unless you know how to package them into a compelling story. In this session, Tim F., a Chicago Booth MBA graduate with high distinction and former admissions fellow who interviewed and evaluated nearly 100 applicants, will break down the ten elements that most influence AdCom decisions. Drawing on his experience helping candidates gain admission to top U.S. and European MBA programs, along with his professional background at Goldman Sachs and as a project leader at Boston Consulting Group, Tim will share how to communicate impact, craft a standout narrative, and position yourself competitively as an early-career applicant.

How Your Application is Really Evaluated: An Exclusive MBA Admissions Officer Panel [6/30/2026] (Recording)

MBA applications are evaluated through a far more nuanced process than most applicants realize. This session is for candidates who want a clearer understanding of how admissions officers assess leadership, career trajectory, academics, essays, and overall fit across the application. You’ll learn what actually stands out in committee discussions, the common weaknesses that hold strong candidates back, and how successful applicants create a cohesive and credible narrative. Join live to hear perspectives from a panel of former MBA admissions officers who have reviewed applications at top business schools. The discussion will follow a curated set of high-impact questions, offering structured insights and candid examples drawn from real admissions evaluation experience.

How to Ace Private Equity Recruiting [5/5/2026] (Recording)

Private equity recruiting moves quickly, and candidates who aren’t prepared often fall behind early. This session is for those looking to approach PE recruiting with a clearer, more effective strategy. You’ll learn how to navigate timelines, prepare for technical and behavioral interviews, and position your experience in a way that resonates with firms. Join live to hear from a panel of private equity professionals and ask your questions about the recruiting process. The panelists regularly work with candidates and will share the patterns they see across successful applicants and what stands out from the hiring side. Expect practical guidance and insights similar to what’s covered in 1:1 coaching conversations.

Anatomy of an Investment Pitch

Crafting a compelling investment pitch is one of the most important skills for breaking into hedge funds and succeeding once you’re there. In this session, we’ll break down the structure of a strong pitch—how to identify the right idea, frame the thesis, assess business value drivers, and anticipate investor questions. You’ll leave with a clearer framework for building your own pitches and standing out in interviews. ​This session will be led by Diyang Y., a Leland coach with years of experience in hedge funds and banking, where he has evaluated investments across industries and geographies. He’ll share insights from the buy-side, common mistakes candidates make, and what interviewers really look for when you present a stock idea.

Template for Writing a Cover Letter for Any Career

A top coach shares the exact cover letter template you need to get interviews. Learn how to highlight your experience and stand out.

How to Land Your Dream Job: Essential Career Strategies

Unlock key strategies to advance your career and secure your dream role. Perfect for ambitious professionals and students!

Issue Trees: How to Structure Any Case Interview Problem

Most candidates jump straight into analysis. The best ones build a clean structure first. This video covers everything you need to know about issue trees: what they are, why interviewers score your structure before anything else, the four ways to break down any problem (stakeholder, process, segment, math), and the five tips that separate a strong tree from a weak one. Then I build one live from scratch on a real case so you can see exactly how it comes together.

Frameworking Mindset Shifts: How to Solve Any Case Prompt

After this session, you will have a repeatable mental framework for approaching any case prompt, regardless of industry or format. We will cover how to identify the core question beneath a prompt, how to structure your thinking before you speak, and how to shift your mindset from solving to synthesizing the way strong candidates consistently do.

Land Your Investment Banking Offer [8/18/2026] (Recording)

Investment Banking interviews start soon! Some candidates will be interviewing at the end of the summer or early fall. You have to be ready if you want to succeed. Competition is fierce, and expectations are high. Join me to understand how to Ace Investment Banking Interviews. Extensive Q&A opportunity.

Breaking Into PE: What It Takes — From Any Background

Private equity recruiting is highly competitive, but there’s no single “right” path to breaking in. In this session, we’ll break down what PE firms actually look for in candidates, how recruiting works at different stages, and how people from non-traditional backgrounds successfully make the jump. You’ll learn how to position your experience, build the right technical and investment skill set, and avoid common mistakes that hold candidates back. Whether you’re coming from banking, consulting, corporate finance, or an unconventional path, this session will give you a clear roadmap for breaking into private equity with confidence.

How to Land Your First Role in Product Management

Breaking into product management can feel intimidating—especially if you don’t have “PM” in your current title. In this session, Britton O. (Product Lead @ Uber), Sameer B. (PM @ Whatnot, Former PM @ Flip & Curated) and Robert E. (Director of PM @ Home Depot) will walk you through what it really takes to land your first role, even without prior product experience. ​You’ll learn how to position your transferable skills, build a compelling story for recruiters and hiring managers, and navigate different PM entry paths—from APM programs to startup roles. By the end, you’ll have a clear game plan for breaking into product management with confidence and standing out in a competitive hiring process.

Beyond the Basics: AI Resume Strategies That Land Interviews

This 45-minute session will show you how to use AI to transform your resume from a basic document into one that gets noticed, going far beyond keyword swaps or generic AI tools. We’ll work through examples, with guided opportunities for you to apply each technique to your own resume. We’ll cover: *The difference between generic prompts and role-specific, detailed prompts — and how to craft your own live in the session *Turning a career history or messy notes into a polished, professional draft you can use immediately *Rewriting bullet points to emphasize impact, metrics, and action verbs recruiters can’t miss *Condensing overly long sections without losing substance so your most important wins stand out

My Top 5 Tips for GRE Quant Questions [4/29/2026] (Recording)

GRE quant questions often reward strategy as much as math ability, yet many test takers rely on slow or inconsistent approaches. This session is for anyone looking to improve their performance on the quantitative section with clearer, more efficient methods. You’ll learn five high-impact strategies to simplify complex problems, avoid common traps, and approach questions with greater speed and confidence. Join live to ask questions about specific problem types and see how an experienced GRE expert applies these strategies in real time. The speaker regularly works with students to improve quant performance and will share the patterns they see across high scorers. Expect practical techniques and insights similar to what’s covered in focused 1:1 prep sessions.

How to Maximize Your Chances at M7 [10/5/2026] (Recording)

Getting into an M7 business school takes more than strong stats. The most competitive applicants know how to build a compelling overall profile, tell a clear story, and demonstrate the qualities top programs are looking for. This session is for MBA applicants who want to maximize their chances at an M7 program and make every part of their application count. You’ll learn how to strengthen your profile, differentiate your story, and approach the admissions process strategically. Join live to hear from two MBA experts who have guided a wide range of clients into M7 institutions. They’ll share practical strategies for building a stronger application, common mistakes to avoid, and insights into what successful M7 candidates do differently. Bring your questions and leave with a clearer roadmap for putting your best application forward.