Leland+ Content Library

Future-Proof Your Business with AI

AI is transforming how businesses operate—from automating workflows to driving strategic decision-making and unlocking new growth opportunities. But how can organizations practically adopt AI in ways that are impactful, ethical, and sustainable? ​In this session, Tara C. (Co-founder of Gravi AI), Logan K. (AI Program Director @ Fabletics), and Michael A. (AI & Product Strategy Mentor at a16z and ex-Microsoft) will explore the real-world applications of AI across different sectors, sharing frameworks for identifying high-value use cases, building data-ready teams, and managing change effectively. You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of how to evaluate AI tools, integrate them into existing systems, and lead teams through digital transformation with confidence.

Columbia Business School: Interview Answer Worksheet

Worksheet designed to help applicants prepare for Columbia Business School interviews by organizing responses to behavioral questions using the STAR framework.

Columbia Business School: Interview Question Bank

Question bank covering the most commonly asked questions in Columbia Business School interviews.

Columbia Business School: Essay Brainstorming Template

A template to help prospective applicants to Columbia Business School brainstorm essay ideas.

Columbia Business School: The NYC Advantage

A deep dive into how Columbia Business School's geographic positioning puts it at a unique advantage.

Business Culture Guide UK For Americans

A first overview on the particularities of British business culture

Business Culture Guide Spain for Americans

A first overview of Spanish business culture

Columbia Business School Mock Interview Guide

Mock Interview Guide with Questions and Suggestions

London Business School | MBA Example Essay

MBA Essays for LBS (waitlisted due to GMAT)

London Business School MBA Application Essays

The essays that got me into LBS (and versions of the essays into UCLA Anderson and INSEAD) with uncompetitive GRE test scores

Columbia Business School Application Essay Example

Career Goals Application Essay for successful admission into program.

Breaking into French Companies - Your Strategic Career Journey

Think L'Oréal, Chanel, Dior, Perrier, Cartier, and Airbus. These prestigious French brands represent just the tip of the iceberg in America's business landscape. Behind these household names are remarkable success stories like Sarah, who climbed from marketing coordinator to VP of North American Operations at a luxury goods company, Marcus who rose to General Manager at a major French aerospace supplier, and Elena who became Chief Strategy Officer at a leading French pharmaceutical subsidiary. What unites their journeys? They all grew through the ranks within French companies, embraced strategic assignments to France, and now enjoy sophisticated career paths with exceptional compensation packages that reward both performance and cultural adaptability. With French companies actively expanding their US operations and establishing new innovation centers across America, we're witnessing an unprecedented window of opportunity for ambitious professionals. Beyond the famous brands everyone recognizes, there are 5,400 French subsidiaries operating in the US, each offering significant professional opportunities for those who understand how to navigate their unique culture. French companies share one critical characteristic that sets them apart: they actively seek talented American personnel who can bridge cultures and they reward relationship-building with clear advancement paths and substantial compensation. Their approach combines French values of intellectual sophistication, hierarchical respect, and personalized leadership with appreciation for individual creativity and strategic thinking. What if this relationship-based, intellectually stimulating path to leadership is exactly your calling?

The 3-Pillar Strategy to Land a Consulting Offer

Master applications, networking, and case prep with a proven recruiting playbook to get into top consulting firms.

Resume — MBB: A Winning Resume for Top Consulting Firms

A successful resume for a female candidate applying to MBB firms, highlighting experience in strategy and business.

Unlock your Strategic Finance / FP&A Career

​Strategic Finance and FP&A roles sit at the intersection of business strategy, operations, and financial insight—making them some of the most impactful positions within high-growth companies. In this session, you’ll learn what these careers actually look like day-to-day, the skills recruiters are seeking, and the pathways professionals take to break in and accelerate their growth. We’ll cover everything from technical modeling and forecasting to the leadership and communication skills that set top performers apart. ​The session will be led by Devanshi M., a Leland coach with extensive experience in Strategic Finance and FP&A across both high-growth startups and top firms. Drawing on her background, she’ll share proven strategies to position yourself for these roles, prepare for interviews, and build a long-term career in finance.

AI in MBA Admissions: Opportunity, Risk, and Strategy [3/26/2026] (Recording)

AI is quickly changing how applicants research schools, refine essays, and prepare for interviews—but most candidates aren’t sure how to use it strategically without weakening their application. This session is for MBA applicants who want to understand where AI can genuinely strengthen their process and where it can quietly undermine authenticity. You’ll learn practical ways to use AI for brainstorming and feedback, how admissions readers may detect overly AI-generated materials, and how to maintain a strong personal voice while leveraging new tools. Join live to ask your questions about essays, school research, and interview prep in an AI-enabled world. The speaker is a Stanford instructor with experience in both MBA admissions and AI research, and regularly advises applicants navigating these decisions. They’ll share the kinds of frameworks and examples that typically come up in 1:1 strategy conversations with candidates.

Law School App Strategy: Recommenders and Supplemental Essays [5/28/2026] (Recording)

Strong law school applications are built through more than just a GPA and personal statement, and many applicants underestimate the impact of recommendations and supplemental essays. This session is for candidates who want a more strategic approach to these often overlooked parts of the application. You’ll learn how to choose recommenders who can advocate for you effectively, approach supplemental essays with purpose, and create a more cohesive overall application strategy. Join live to ask questions about your own application materials and get guidance on how to strengthen them before submission. The speaker is an experienced law admissions coach and former Villanova Law Assistant Dean who has reviewed and advised on countless applications. They’ll share the patterns they see across strong submissions and the kinds of insights typically discussed in 1:1 advising conversations.

Forming an MBA Application Strategy + Ask Me Anything

Develop a strong MBA application strategy! Join our session to watch questions answered on standing out and getting accepted.

DMBA Workbook: Application Strategy

Your ultimate guide to deferred MBA admissions. Master the essays, interviews, and recommendations for Stanford GSB, Harvard, and more!

What is Design Strategy

Learn how to use design strategy to align user needs with business goals, drive innovation, and make a lasting impact.