Leland+ Content Library

GMAT Jedi Math Tricks [8/18/2026] (Recording)

Struggling with GMAT math because you're used to relying on a calculator? This session is designed for GMAT test-takers who want to solve quantitative problems more quickly and confidently using mental math and strategic shortcuts. You’ll learn practical techniques for faster estimation, efficient arithmetic, and recognizing patterns that simplify complex calculations without sacrificing accuracy. Attending live gives you the opportunity to ask questions about the types of problems you find most challenging and see these strategies applied in real time. The speaker works closely with GMAT students and will share the patterns they see across high scorers, along with the mental approaches they use to solve problems efficiently under timed conditions. If you want to feel more confident tackling GMAT quant without a calculator, it’s worth joining live.

How to Break Into Product Management in Today's Market [8/12/2026] (Recording)

Breaking into product management can feel especially challenging in today's hiring market, where expectations for candidates continue to evolve and competition remains high. This session is designed for aspiring product managers and career switchers who want a clearer understanding of what companies are looking for and how to position themselves effectively. You’ll learn how to build relevant experience, develop the skills hiring teams consistently value, and strengthen your approach to applications, networking, and interviews. Attending live gives you the opportunity to ask questions about your own path into product management and get real-time guidance on the challenges you're facing. The speaker works closely with aspiring and early-career product managers and will share the patterns they see across successful candidates, along with what they look for when evaluating readiness for PM roles. If you want a more informed and strategic approach to breaking into product management, it’s worth joining live.

Inside the Resume of an Associate Product Manager at LinkedIn

See a real-world resume that led to a role as an Associate Product Manager at a leading tech company.

Sample Kellogg Personal Statement from an Admitted Deferred MBA Applicant

A breakdown of an actual personal statement that got a deferred candidate admitted to the Kellogg School of Management, addressing the values-based prompt.

Landing an M7 MBA Acceptance with a Non-Traditional Background

See how applicants from unconventional paths break into top programs—and how you can too.

Breaking into PE through an MBA [10/2/2026] (Recording)

Getting into private equity through an MBA runs on a different clock than most people expect: on-cycle recruiting for megafunds often starts within weeks of orientation, while mid-market and growth equity roles move on their own slower, relationship-driven timeline. This session covers how those two tracks actually differ and what to prioritize first depending on which one fits your background. Maria spent time on the traditional finance side before her MBA and has since helped candidates connect prior experience, even a nontraditional one, to a credible PE narrative. She'll talk through what separates candidates who get traction from those sending the same generic outreach everyone else does.

How to Build AI-Powered Features Without an ML Team

Building AI-powered features no longer requires a full machine learning team, but many product builders aren’t sure where to start or what’s actually feasible. This session is for PMs, founders, and builders who want to integrate AI into their products in a practical, scalable way. You’ll learn how to identify high-impact use cases, leverage existing models and tools, and make smart product decisions without needing deep ML expertise.

Talking Your Way into McKinsey (with an ex-Personality Hire!)

Breaking into McKinsey requires more than strong credentials—it’s about how you present yourself. Join this session to learn how top candidates communicate, connect, and stand out in interviews. You’ll discover strategies for behavioral and fit questions, how to showcase your strengths authentically, and what interviewers look for beyond technical skills. Whether you’re preparing for first-round or final interviews, you’ll leave with actionable tips to elevate your performance.

Essay Edit: Watch Me Transform an Underwhelming Master Essay Draft

Ever wonder what turns a decent essay into an admit-worthy one? In this live session, expert Leland coach and former AdComs at Harvard Karla M. will walk you through the process of transforming a real, underwhelming master’s essay into a compelling, polished narrative. You’ll see how to refine structure, elevate storytelling, and bring clarity and personality to your writing. By the end, you’ll have a clear framework and practical editing techniques to strengthen your own essays and stand out in the admissions process.

Example HBS Essays from an Applicant with a Rural Background

See how this successful HBS applicant tells the story of their rural upbringing and passion for improving education.

What it Takes to Break into Product Management in 2026 [7/16/2026] (Recording)

Breaking into product management has become increasingly competitive, especially as hiring expectations continue to evolve alongside advances in AI and technology. This session is designed for aspiring product managers and career switchers who want a clearer understanding of what companies are looking for in PM candidates today. You’ll learn how to build relevant experience, develop the skills that hiring teams consistently value, and position your background effectively in applications, networking conversations, and interviews. Attending live gives you the opportunity to ask questions about your own path into product management and get real-time guidance on common challenges candidates face. The speaker works closely with aspiring and early-career product managers and will share the patterns they see across successful candidates, along with what they look for when evaluating readiness for PM roles. If you want a more informed and strategic approach to breaking into product management, it’s worth joining live.

GRE Text Completion: How to Use Context Clues Effectively

Many GRE test-takers struggle with Text Completion not because of vocabulary gaps, but because they miss the contextual signals that reveal the correct answers. Understanding how to leverage context clues can turn these questions from guesswork into strategy. In GRE Text Completion: How to Use Context Clues Effectively, you’ll learn how to analyze sentences and identify the hints that point directly to the right choice. Audra Z. regularly works 1:1 with GRE students and will share the same strategies used in coaching sessions to help candidates improve accuracy and confidence. Who This Is For - GRE test-takers aiming to boost their Verbal scores - Students who find questions tricky or time-consuming - Candidates wanting a structured approach to decoding sentence meaning - Test-takers who want to move beyond memorizing vocabulary What You’ll Walk Away With - A framework for identifying context clues in complex sentences - How to predict the correct answer before looking at choices - Patterns I see across students who consistently select the right options - The common mistakes I correct in 1:1 sessions - Practical exercises to apply these strategies immediately

Your Marketing Career, Next Steps: How To Know If You're Really On Track [10/22/2026] (Recording)

Are you wondering if your marketing career is on the right track, or how AI is impacting job descriptions? Join me, Mike, for an insightful session on leadership development and career progression in the marketing field. With over 30 years of experience in B2B and technology marketing, including executive roles at Fortune 500 companies and as the Founder of Harris CMO Partners, I've guided numerous professionals through pivotal career decisions. During this event, we'll explore how to assess your current career trajectory, identify growth opportunities, and develop the leadership skills necessary to advance in the competitive marketing landscape. Whether you're aiming for a director, VP or CMO role or looking to refine your strategic approach, this session will provide valuable insights to help you navigate your career path effectively. Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP and secure your spot. I look forward to helping you take the next steps in your marketing career!

AI for Global Leaders: Mastering Cross-Cultural Communication

In today's globalized world, effective cross-cultural communication is no longer a soft skill, it's a critical leadership competency. But what if you could harness the power of Artificial Intelligence to navigate cultural nuances with precision and empathy? This forward-thinking webinar, led by global communication expert Caolan Hunter, will show you how. Drawing on his experience building his own AI communication tool and advising top global companies, Caolan will demystify how AI can be your secret weapon for analyzing communication styles, adapting to different cultural norms, and leading your international teams with confidence. This isn't just a talk on AI; it's a masterclass in modern global leadership. Event Outcomes & Learning Objectives: 1. Decode Cultural Communication Styles with AI. You will learn to use AI-powered tools to analyze and understand different cultural communication patterns, such as direct vs. indirect feedback, and formal vs. informal address. 2. Navigate Cross-Cultural Challenges Proactively. You will discover how to leverage AI simulations and practice scenarios to prepare for difficult cross-cultural conversations, anticipate potential misunderstandings, and build stronger relationships. 3. Develop a Personal AI Strategy for Global Leadership. You will walk away with a practical framework for integrating AI into your daily workflow to enhance your cultural intelligence and effectiveness as a global leader in 2026 and beyond.

HELP -- I'm Non-Traditional! AMA with Jessica B [6/8/2026] (Recording)

You didn't take the standard path. That doesn't mean you can't get into a top program — it means you need a sharper strategy than most. This is an open AMA for applicants who don't fit the typical mold: career changers, military veterans, physicians, founders, late-career applicants, people with non-linear resumes, or anyone who's ever wondered whether admissions committees will know what to do with them. I've worked with all of you. Since 2006, my clients have come from backgrounds that don't map neatly onto the McKinsey-to-HBS pipeline — and they've gotten into M7 programs anyway, frequently with scholarship. Three times Poets & Quants has recognized me as one of the best admissions consultants in the field. Bring your specific situation. Ask me whether your background is a liability or an asset, how to frame a career that's hard to explain in 250 words, whether EMBA or full-time MBA makes more sense for where you are, or anything else that's been keeping you up at night. No slides. No agenda. Just answers.

How to Tell If You’re Ready to Apply to Medical School [6/19/2026] (Recording)

**How to Tell If You’re Ready to Apply to Medical School** Many students focus on GPA and MCAT scores when deciding whether they are ready to apply to medical school. However, successful applications are built on much more than academic metrics alone. In this presentation, we'll explore the questions that many pre-med students, gap year applicants, and reapplicants find themselves asking before submitting their applications: * Is my GPA strong enough? * Is my MCAT score competitive? * Do I have enough clinical experience? * Are my extracurriculars meaningful and impactful? * What hidden weaknesses might I be missing? * Should I apply this cycle or wait? * Would a gap year help me? * Am I emotionally ready for the application process? Through a holistic admissions lens, we'll discuss what medical schools are truly looking for beyond numbers, including academic readiness, clinical and service experiences, personal narrative development, application strategy, and emotional preparedness. Whether you're preparing for your first application cycle, considering a gap year, or planning a reapplication, this session will help you evaluate your strengths, identify areas for growth, and make informed decisions about your timeline. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of what makes an application feel genuinely competitive, cohesive, and ready for submission. **Hosted by Dr. Vicki**, a board-certified physician advisor with more than 17 years of medical admissions advising experience helping applicants across the United States and internationally navigate the path to medical school.

Live Review of a Master's Personal Statement by an Expert Coach

Get an inside look at what makes a master’s personal statement stand out in a live, real-time review led by Ash C, one of Leland’s expert graduate admissions coaches. You’ll see how an experienced reader evaluates structure, clarity, storytelling, and fit—and learn exactly what elevates a draft from “good” to “admit-worthy.” Whether you're early in your writing or polishing your final version, you’ll walk away with concrete strategies to strengthen your own statement before deadlines hit.

APM AMA: Landing an APM Offer as a Non-Technical Student

Breaking into product management without a technical degree is absolutely possible—with the right positioning. Join Elena A., an incoming Associate Product Manager at Salesforce with experience as a Salesforce intern, for a session on landing APM roles as a non-technical candidate. Bring your questions—Elena will share how she told her story, built product credibility from a non-CS background, and navigated the APM recruiting process from first applications to final rounds.

Migration Playbook: Move Your Supabase Backend with an AI Coding Agent

A practical, step-by-step guide for moving a Supabase-backed application to Google Cloud without turning the project into a full rewrite. Learn how to scope the migration, use an AI coding agent responsibly, preserve a rollback path, and validate the changes that matter most: data isolation, database integrity, and production readiness. Includes a high-level overview and companion scripts covering architecture decisions, cloud setup, database migration, authentication, storage, testing, and cutover.

The Resume That Got Me Into Facebook As An IC6 PM

This is the exact resume that I submitted to Facebook, got me interviews and resulted in me being hired as an IC6 PM in 2017.