Leland+ Content Library

Forward-Deployed Engineers & AI Services-Led Growth

Explores the FDE role in detail: client-facing integration, technical implementation, rapid prototyping, and serving as a bridge between engineering and GTM, supported by insights from a16z and industry examples. Assignment encourages role research and personal reflection.

October Series Session 7: Negotiating Confidently

This session teaches you to treat salary negotiation as a normal business conversation about your value.

Case Interview Setup: First 5 Minutes

The first 5 minutes set the tone for the rest of the interview. We cover the essential mechanics of the launch: recapping the prompt to ensure alignment, asking high-value clarifying questions, and—most importantly—stating an initial Hypothesis. Learn how to start the case with a strong point of view, just like a consultant starts a project.

Case Interview Closing: The Recommendation

The final minute is your last chance to show you are client-ready. We break down the "Answer First" communication style that Bain demands. You will learn to synthesize your findings into a punchy, actionable recommendation, articulate the risks clearly, and suggest pragmatic "Next Steps" that show you understand the complexity of implementation.

Intro to Keys to Success on The Job

Get a high-level overview of the non-negotiable behaviors and mindset shifts required to excel in a demanding consulting environment.

Key Tips for Your First 100 Days

Nail your onboarding with a tactical checklist for building essential relationships, setting expectations, and delivering early wins.

Working Effectively with Your Supervisor

Master the art of managing up, ensuring clear communication, and securing the guidance you need to thrive on your project.

Key Skills to Master in Your First Year as an Associate or Consultant

Learn the specific problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills you must demonstrate to earn a top-tier performance rating.

Sample Written Communications to Supervisor

See real examples of effective emails for status updates, feedback requests, and tough conversations to manage your supervisor’s expectations.

Intro to Professional Development and Growth

Learn how to move past the ambiguity of performance reviews and take ownership of your long-term skill development and growth trajectory.

Understanding the Formal PD Cycle

Decipher the annual review process, from goal-setting to calibration, to strategically position yourself for promotion and recognition.

Seeking and Applying Feedback Effectively

Transform vague critiques into actionable insights and build a clear plan for closing skill gaps that are holding you back.

Personal Capacity and Stretch

Learn how to accurately gauge your workload limits and push for growth without crossing the line into chronic burnout.

Stress Management

Get practical, actionable strategies used by top-tier consultants to proactively manage project pressures and maintain mental resilience.

Long-Term Career Paths

Explore the diverse range of successful post-consulting exit opportunities and begin planning your next career transition.

Management Consulting Thriving Plan

Use this comprehensive framework to combine everything you’ve learned into a personalized, actionable strategy for long-term career success.

Double Your Learnings from Each Case

If you're not reviewing your cases, you're losing out on half of your learning! Use these tips to get the most out of mock case interviews.

Building a Technical Skills for Non-Technical PMs

A practical guide for non-technical Product Managers to build technical fluency and lead confidently in tech-driven teams.

DDS Admissions: Ask Me Anything with Admissions Directors

Join us for an exclusive "Ask Me Anything" session with Ellen W. & Rachael K, seasoned experts in dental school admissions! With decades of DDS admissions experience between them, they can't wait to field the basic inquiries to most strategic interview & selection tactics. Let them empower you! This is your chance to get personalized advice on acing your interviews and crafting a standout application. Ellen & Rachael are passionate about helping you achieve your dreams and they are ready to share their joint expertise with you. Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot and gain invaluable insights into the dental school admissions process!

Nail the Consulting Case Interview

​Cracking the consulting case interview is one of the biggest challenges in landing an offer at firms like McKinsey, Bain, and BCG—but with the right strategy and mindset, you can stand out from the competition. ​In this panel, expert Leland coaches Casey L. (BCG consultant, Andrew H. (Associate Partner @ Bain), and Alan W. (former McKinsey Engagement Manager) will share insider insights from both sides of the interview table. You’ll learn what top firms are really testing for, how to structure your approach, and how to deliver confident, polished answers under pressure.