Leland+ Content Library

What is a College List?

An overview of the college list, including its purpose in the application process and a breakdown of the three main categories: safety, target, and reach schools.

HBS Essay Example: Health Equity

Read an HBS essay on a commitment to health equity, outlining career goals as a corporate strategist and health foundation CEO, and the role of an HBS MBA. This essay was written in response to a previous prompt.

Network like a Pro: Your Consulting CRM

Elevate your consulting career by building a powerful network. This CRM helps you track connections, manage outreach, and land interviews.

Breaking into Product Management

Learn the core skills and strategies you need to land your first Product Management job, even with no prior experience.

“Tell Me About Yourself”: The FIT Framework

Master the most common interview question with our FIT Framework. Structure your story, nail the answer, and land the job!

Deep-Dive Case Study: Use AI to Plan Your Wedding & See Its Full Potential

Planning a wedding—or any complex project—can feel overwhelming, but AI has the potential to streamline every step and unlock new efficiencies. This session is for anyone curious about how AI can be applied to real-world planning and project management. You’ll see how to design workflows, automate tasks, and explore the full potential of AI to save time and reduce manual effort.

How AI Changed the Way I Work Forever: Build with AI Week Kickoff [8/10/2026] (Recording)

AI is changing how people build, create, and launch ideas faster than ever before. Whether you're an entrepreneur, operator, student, or simply AI-curious, understanding what's possible today can unlock entirely new ways of working. This kickoff session is for anyone looking to explore what it really means to build with AI and where to start. Our lead AI instructor will dive straight into AI tools and you'll leave the session having built a document, a spreadsheet, a deck, an interactive visualization, and an AI image. Along the way, you'll learn concepts that will deepen your understanding of how to work with AI and implement it into your daily life and work.

GSB Example Essay: Why Stanford?

This essay outlines an admit's goals in health & wellness venture capital and how Stanford's entrepreneurship programs, leadership training, and Silicon Valley network will help him achieve them.

The Veteran MBA Playbook: A Candid Q&A on Admissions, ROI, & Career Paths [8/18/2026] (Recording)

Join us for The Veteran MBA Playbook: A Candid Q&A on Admissions, ROI, & Career Paths, an engaging live conversation built to help service members and veterans cut through the confusion and decide whether an MBA is truly the right next move. This is not a generic admissions presentation. It is a candid, practical discussion about what an MBA can actually do for your career, how to choose the right program, and how to avoid costly mistakes before applying. Attendees will learn how to evaluate the real return on investment of an MBA, determine the best timing and program format, translate military leadership into language admissions teams and employers understand, and compare full-time, part-time, executive, and dual-degree options. The session will also explore career opportunities for veterans, school reputation, alumni networks, job placement, Post-9/11 GI Bill and Yellow Ribbon benefits, hidden program costs, and whether factors such as rank, MOS, or quantitative experience affect admission. Whether you are actively preparing to apply or simply wondering whether an MBA belongs in your future, this livestream will give you clearer answers, greater confidence, and direct access to professionals who understand both MBA admissions and the military-to-civilian transition. Join UVA Darden admissions leader Brett Twitty and veteran executive coach Patrick “Paddy” Weeks for a moderated Q&A on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. ET. Bring your questions and leave with a stronger game plan for your education and career.

Impactful Interview Best Practices

Learn the dos and don'ts of a successful interview, from preparation to follow-up, to make sure you land the job.

Direct Outreach Template for Networking

Stop sending cold emails that get ignored. Learn how to write effective outreach templates that get responses and land you opportunities.

The Ultimate Cold Outreach Template

Stop sending cold emails that get ignored. Learn how to write effective outreach templates that get responses and land you opportunities.

Breaking Into Private Equity Panel

​Curious about what it takes to succeed in private equity? Join this session for an insightful panel where we’ll break down what the job really entails and how to position yourself for success. Our expert coaches Kenny J., Landon F., and Sereena T. will answer your burning questions and share key tips and strategies to help you break into PE and thrive. Whether you're an investment banker, consultant, or looking to break into private equity from another background, this session will provide a candid look at the day-to-day life of a PE Associate —and what sets successful Associates apart.

September Surge - Tell Your Story (Part 3)

The “September Surge” is when hiring heats up, and I'm here to help you land your next role faster—with less stress and more confidence. Join my 4-part webinar series on Leland to unlock proven frameworks, actionable strategies, and a live demo of a leading job search app—trusted by high-achievers worldwide. Event Description: Prepare Your Documents Description: Master resume and LinkedIn optimization, cover letter writing, and personal branding. Get actionable tips for tailoring your materials to each opportunity, leveraging AI for editing, and using a task management management system to stay organized.

Investment Banking Recruiting: Ask Me Anything

Breaking into investment banking is competitive and often overwhelming—but you don’t have to go through it alone. In this AMA, Max S. (current COO and ex Citi) will answer your questions about every stage of the IB recruiting process. From networking strategies and resume tips to technical prep, behavioral interviews, and navigating accelerated timelines, this is your chance to get unfiltered advice directly from someone who's successfully helped candidates land roles at leading Wall Street firms. Bring your questions and leave with actionable insights to make your recruiting journey more focused, efficient, and successful.

Coffee Chats: A Primer [8/25/2026] (Recording)

A coffee chat is a fifteen to thirty minute conversation with a banker. Casual in tone, evaluative in function. Treat it as an interview no matter how it was framed. That is the part people get wrong in both directions. Some show up stiff and over-rehearsed. Others hear "coffee" and show up with nothing. What is actually happening is simpler. First rounds go to candidates someone inside is pushing, and that push starts on this call. You are on it to do four things. Collect intelligence you will reuse later, turn the banker into an ally, form your own read on the group, and leave with the name of the next person to talk to. What we'll cover: - What a coffee chat is for, and the four things you are there to do - Why the first five minutes carry more weight than the rest - Tuning your questions to an analyst versus a VP or an MD - The two kinds of questions that land badly, and what to ask instead - What kills a call, including the topics to stay off - Ending on the ask, and how one chat becomes the next two Want to walk into these calls actually ready? Check out my Coffee Chat Ready package. Book a free 15-minute intro to see if it is a good fit. Part 3 of Coffee Chat Ready, a six part run on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Each one stands alone, so jump in anywhere. I'm the founder of OFFERGOBLIN and ex-Centerview tech.

FAFSA 101

​Leland is excited to partner with CareerVillage to host this free event on navigating FAFSA! Paying for college or graduate school starts with understanding financial aid—and that means knowing how to navigate the FAFSA. In this session, Leland coach Loubna B., who has years of experience guiding students through competitive admissions and funding opportunities, will walk you through the FAFSA process step by step. ​You’ll learn how to complete the application accurately, avoid common mistakes, and maximize your eligibility for grants, loans, and work-study programs. Whether you’re applying for the first time or renewing your FAFSA, this session will give you the clarity and confidence you need to take control of your financial aid journey.

Break Into MBB Consulting

Join top Leland consulting coaches who’ve helped hundreds of candidates land offers at McKinsey, Bain, and BCG as they break down what it really takes to break into MBB. They’ll walk you through the recruiting timeline, essential networking strategies, and how to stand out in both the case and behavioral interviews. You’ll leave with a clear roadmap—and insider guidance—to make yourself a top-tier MBB candidate.