Leland+ Content Library
Amazon Interview Prep: What You Need to Know to Succeed
You will get practical tips on what to do in days and weeks leading up to an Amazon behavioral interview. I am a professional coach and I worked at Amazon for 4 years. During that time I interviewed dozens of people. I myself went through several interview loops.
Optional Essays on Impact - Stanford GSB
Explore impactful Stanford GSB optional essays showcasing leadership in diversity and inclusion initiatives, and how personal background shapes professional and interpersonal dynamics.
Review Hard Text Completion & Sentence Equivalence
Here we will review text completion and strategies as well as sentence equivalence and strategies with additional examples and some new vocabulary.
How To Write Outstanding Law School Application Essays
Your law school application essays are arguably the most important aspect of your law school applications. To have the best outcomes and plenty of options at the end of the process, you need to craft compelling essays with solid narratives that paint a picture beyond your numbers. We will talk about different essay prompts and how best to tackle them, why it makes sense to have two 'main' essays instead of just one, how to handle optional essays and the dreaded 'why' essays.
HBS Post-Interview Reflection: Tips & Example
Learn how to craft a compelling HBS post-interview reflection, with tips on structuring your response and an example from a successful 2+2 deferred admit.
Getting Into a Top MBA Program: Strategies for Success
An overview session covering key tactics for building a standout MBA application—from defining your story and choosing schools to optimizing each component for maximum impact.
Example Integrated Marketing Campaign
This is an example marketing campaign from awareness to customer retention. It includes multi-level movement from the customer to the channels, content, and even KPI's.
ADEA AADSAS - Manual Dexterity Essay
I have included an example of my manual dexterity essay for the ADEA AADSAS application. Please feel free to take a look for formatting and ideas!
Ask Me Anything with Former Ivy League Admissions Reader + Journalist
What does it really take to get into an Ivy League? Watch questions being answered by a former admissions reader and journalist in this exclusive AMA!
BYU "Tell Us Your Story" Example Essay - Listening
An essay responding to the prompt to "tell us your story," focusing on the importance of listening and understanding diverse perspectives to contribute to the community.
Managing Up: A Field Guide
Managing up isn’t about flattering your boss — it’s about owning the relationship with the person who has the most influence over your career. This guide covers how to diagnose your manager’s style, what to ask them early in any new relationship, the most common managing up mistakes and how to fix them, and how to navigate specific situations when the relationship is strained.
Interpreting Exhibits
Exhibits are crucial in case interviews. Learn how to quickly and accurately interpret charts, graphs, and tables to drive your analysis and solution.
Fragmented vs. Consolidated Markets
Learn the key characteristics, pros, and cons of fragmented and consolidated markets and how to evaluate which is the right market to enter.
Fragmented vs. Consolidated Markets: Quick Review
Learn the key characteristics, pros, and cons of fragmented and consolidated markets and how to evaluate which is the right market to enter.
Boston Consulting Group: Application Overview
A practical guide to every component of the BCG recruiting process. Learners will gain actionable strategies for crafting strong resumes and cover letters, networking effectively with consultants and alumni, and mastering both case and behavioral interviews.
UC Application Power Workshop: Maximize Your Essays + Activities List
Join expert college admissions coach Hillary H. for an engaging UC Essay & Activities Workshop designed to help students craft compelling and authentic responses to the University of California Personal Insight Questions (PIQs) and maximize the impact of their Activities & Awards List. In this session, we’ll explore how to choose the right prompts to showcase your strengths, align your writing with UC’s 13 Comprehensive Review Factors, and present a cohesive, well-rounded application. Students will learn how to write with clarity and purpose, make their four essays distinct yet connected, and elevate the activities section to support their narrative. Whether you're just getting started or refining your drafts, this workshop will give you the tools and confidence to write with impact.
Behavioral Interviews & How to Tell Your Story
Landing an investment banking offer starts long before the technical questions—your behavioral responses and personal story often determine whether you even move forward. In this session, you’ll learn how to craft a compelling narrative that highlights your motivations, showcases your strengths, and aligns with what banks actually look for in candidates. We’ll break down common behavioral questions, effective frameworks, and the biggest pitfalls that sink interviews, plus how to tailor your story whether you’re coming from finance, consulting, engineering, or a non-traditional background. You’ll leave with clear strategies, practice prompts, and a structured approach you can use to walk into interviews with confidence and tell a story that sticks.
Crafting Your Story: Personal Statement Workshop
Your personal statement is one of the most important parts of your grad school application—it’s your chance to go beyond test scores and transcripts to show admissions committees who you really are. In this workshop, expert coach Debby C. will walk you through how to turn your experiences, goals, and passions into a compelling story that stands out. From brainstorming ideas to structuring your narrative and avoiding common pitfalls, you’ll gain practical strategies to make your statement authentic, memorable, and impactful. Whether you’re starting with a blank page or revising a draft, this session will give you the tools and confidence to craft an essay that leaves a lasting impression.
Resume from a HBS + GSB Deferred Admit - Entrepreneurship/Tech
View the resume from somebody who worked across consulting, entrepreneurship, and tech in their undergrad and was accepted into Harvard and Stanford's deferred programs.
Industry Placement & Recruiting Landscape
Identify where Kellogg grads go - from consulting and PE/VC to CPG, tech, and sustainability - and what this reveals about the school’s career DNA.
