Leland+ Content Library

October Series - Crafting your Brand (Session 3)

We all know you can’t apply for jobs without a resume. While you technically can without a LinkedIn profile, it’s not advised. (Also, add a head shot...). Many job seekers try to fix things on the fly, but this approach is vague and leads to wasted time. Without a networking template, you’re flying blind, and without testing your materials, you’re stuck. Preparation means having your resume, LinkedIn, and networking materials ready before you start applying. It’s about making sure your documents are polished and your stories are clear. (Many people struggle with both). If you don’t prepare in advance, you’ll spend more time fixing mistakes and less time making real progress. Before you take off, make sure to run through your "pre-flight checklist."

Nailing Your Wharton Essays [6/3/2026] (Recording)

Are you ready to craft compelling essays for your Wharton MBA application? Join me, Sabrina, a Wharton MBA alum and former admissions fellow, for an insightful session on how to nail your Wharton essays. With my experience as a co-host on the Wharton Fintech Podcast and leadership roles in various clubs, I have honed the art of storytelling and personal branding. During this event, I'll share strategies to help you articulate your unique narrative and stand out in the competitive application process. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insider tips and elevate your application. Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot!

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.

Preparing for PE Case Study Interviews [5/25/2026] (Recording)

Case study interviews in private equity can feel open-ended, and many candidates struggle to know how to approach them with structure and clarity. This session is for candidates preparing for private equity interviews who want a clearer approach to tackling case studies. You’ll learn how to break down an investment prompt, evaluate risks and returns, and communicate your recommendations in a way that reflects how investors think. Join live to ask questions about specific case formats and get guidance on how to improve your approach. The speaker is a private equity expert who regularly coaches candidates through case study prep. They’ll share the patterns they see across strong performances and the kinds of feedback typically given in 1:1 interview prep sessions.

Your Guide to the Columbia MBA Interview [5/7/2026] (Recording)

Strong candidates still get tripped up in the Columbia MBA interview because they underestimate how much clarity and fit matter in a short conversation. This session is for applicants who want a clearer understanding of how to navigate Columbia’s interview process with confidence. You’ll learn how to structure your answers, communicate your goals and fit for the program, and handle the types of questions that commonly come up. Join live to ask questions about your own interview preparation and get guidance tailored to your background. The speaker is an expert in the Columbia MBA interview process and regularly works with candidates preparing for this stage. They’ll share the patterns they see across successful applicants and the kinds of feedback typically given in 1:1 interview prep.

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.

Mastering Logical Reasoning: Recognizing Flaws

Flaw questions are one of the most common types of logical reasoning questions, and they test a critical skill used in law school and your legal career. Get a jump start on preparing for the LSAT by joining this presentation to become a master at identifying flaws. Megan works for Portland State University and designed an innovative LSAT Prep course that focuses on the real-world applications of the skills tested on the LSAT. Instead of sharing "tips and tricks," Megan teaches her students the "why" behind what the LSAT is testing using examples from legal practice, law school class discussions, and every day life. This approach helps students relate to the material and integrate LSAT skills into everyday practice. Law school teaches you how to think, and with Megan's help you can get a head start!

Perfecting Technical Delivery

By mid-January, technical knowledge is a commodity. You and your peers all know the finance. What differentiates candidates at this stage is delivery. Interviews are a structured verbal game with specific mechanics and unwritten rules, and success depends on more than having the right answer. In this session, we’ll decode how interviews are actually evaluated and show you how framing, structure, and communication style signal executive presence and confidence. Moving beyond technical correctness, we’ll focus on the tactics that help strong candidates stand out—how to organize responses for clarity, avoid common delivery pitfalls, and communicate at a level that resonates with senior interviewers. Led by experienced interview coaches who have helped candidates secure offers at top firms, this session will give you practical, immediately applicable tools to turn solid preparation into an offer-winning performance.

Identify Your Missing Piece

• Walk through a real or hypothetical example of identifying gaps • How to differentiate between “substance gaps” and “communication gaps” • Example of turning a weakness (e.g., low quant score) into an update plan • Framework recap: Story – Strength – Fit • Call to action: complete your self-audit and select 1–2 improvement priorities

How to Master GRE Vocabulary

Are you gearing up for the GRE and looking to expand your vocabulary quickly and effectively? Join me, Matt, for an engaging session where we'll cover 60 common GRE words in just 60 minutes! As the sole GRE course author for Achievable and a former Kaplan instructor, I've dedicated over 1,000 hours to helping students like you achieve their target scores. With my experience in crafting personalized study plans and teaching GRE prep, I’m here to guide you through the verbal reasoning section with proven test-taking strategies.

The Elements of a Successful Case

What separates an average case from a memorable one? This session focuses on the specific elements interviewers look for when evaluating consulting cases—and how to consistently demonstrate them. You’ll break down how to drive the case forward, ask sharper questions, synthesize insights, and communicate recommendations with confidence. We’ll also highlight where candidates often lose points and how to course-correct in real time. Whether you’re building case fundamentals or aiming to refine your performance, you’ll leave with a clearer sense of how strong cases are actually judged—and how to deliver one.

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.

Defining Your Personal Narrative for MBA Applications [6/3/2026] (Recording)

GIVEAWAY DURING THE EVENT: Join for the chance to win a free seat in Leland's MBA Bootcamp! Many MBA applicants have strong experiences, but struggle to turn them into a narrative that feels clear, cohesive, and memorable. This session is for candidates who want to better define the story they’re telling across their entire application. You’ll learn how to identify the themes that connect your experiences, communicate your goals with more clarity, and build a narrative that feels authentic while aligning with what admissions teams look for. Join live to ask questions about your own application story and get guidance from an expert MBA coach who is a Chicago Booth MBA and former admissions professional. The speaker has worked closely with applicants on positioning and storytelling and will share the patterns they see across successful candidates and standout essays. Expect practical insights and feedback similar to what’s covered in 1:1 admissions coaching conversations.

Market Sizing – Answer Delivery

This video helps candidates see the proper technique for delivering a market sizing answer to an interview. It shows them how to confirm the goal, map out an approach, solve the problem, and deliver the final solution.

How I Increased My GRE Quant Score By 10 Points In 10 Weeks (Steal My Playbook)

​Improving your GRE Quant score doesn’t have to feel impossible. In this session, expert GRE coach Siri O. (160+ Verbal & Quant) will walk you through a proven 10-week playbook that helped increase a GRE Quant score by 10 points. ​You’ll get a practical, step-by-step approach for identifying weak spots, mastering high-yield problem types, and building efficient study and review habits. By the end, you’ll have actionable strategies you can implement immediately to boost your Quant performance and approach the GRE with confidence.

How I Broke Into Product Management Without a CS Degree

​Think you need a computer science degree to land a PM role? Think again. In this candid session, you’ll hear firsthand from Niina A. about how she broke into the field without a technical background—and what she learned along the way. ​She'll unpack the strategies that worked, the obstacles faced, and the key moves that helped her stand out. You’ll walk away with actionable tips on how to highlight your strengths, close skill gaps, and make the leap into product—no CS degree required.

Letter of Rec Example - M7 Admit

A deep dive into an impactful letter of recommendation. See how a powerful LOR can help you stand out and get into a top M7 MBA program.

UCLA Anderson Example Essay 2: Career Goals

This is an example essay of the Career Goals essay which asks for the short-term and long-term career goals of the applicant (150 word limit).