Leland+ Content Library

Finally Use AI for Something Useful: Build AI Literacy That Moves Your Career Forward

AI is everywhere—but understanding how to use it effectively for your career can feel overwhelming. In this session, AI expert Matthew W. (Stanford, Meta) will guide you through practical ways to build AI literacy and leverage AI tools to enhance your work, decision-making, and professional growth. You’ll learn how to identify meaningful applications of AI in your role, avoid common pitfalls, and use AI strategically to save time, boost productivity, and strengthen your skillset. By the end, you’ll walk away with actionable strategies to move your career forward with confidence in an AI-driven world.

Matthew W.

Building Your AI Portfolio & Outside-In Projects

Detailed strategies for engineers, designers, marketers, and data scientists to craft projects showing value aligned with target companies. Includes best practices for packaging and sharing work and an action-oriented assignment.

Angela W.

Example Investment Banking Resume: Summer Associate

See an example of an investment banking summer associate resume. Learn how to highlight relevant skills, academic achievements, and experience to secure a position at firms like Financial Technology Partners and RBC.

Yudhajit D.

The International Applicant’s MBA Blueprint [7/21/2026] (Recording)

Applying to a U.S. MBA program as an international candidate presents both unique opportunities and unique challenges. While international applicants bring valuable global perspectives, cross-cultural experiences, and diverse professional backgrounds, they also face a highly competitive admissions environment and must effectively translate their experiences to a U.S.-based audience. The most successful international applicants do more than present impressive credentials. They demonstrate leadership, articulate a compelling career vision, and clearly communicate how their experiences, goals, and perspectives will contribute to the MBA community. This workshop explores how international candidates can navigate the admissions process strategically, build a compelling application narrative, and identify programs that align with their professional ambitions. By the end of this session, you will be able to: * Understand how U.S. MBA admissions committees evaluate international candidates. * Identify the key factors that distinguish successful international applicants. * Translate your professional accomplishments into language and examples that resonate with U.S. admissions readers. * Craft a career vision that connects your pre-MBA experience, MBA goals, and long-term aspirations. * Understand how academic performance, test scores, and professional experience are evaluated in an international context. * Avoid common mistakes international applicants make in essays, resumes, interviews, and recommendations. * Leave with a practical roadmap for strengthening your candidacy and maximizing your chances of admission.

H S.

How to Answer Resume Deep Dive Questions

Learn how to ace the "tell me about this bullet point" questions. This guide breaks down how to prepare for and answer resume deep dive questions to impress recruiters and land the job.

Leland Team

Simple One-Tab PE Roll-Up LBO Model

This LBO model allows you to model a market consolidation opportunity through add-on deals. It includes deal setup, a mini-model, a sensitivities chart, and a sheet for S&U and yield.

Wyatt S.

Navigating Career Transitions & Changes

Whether pivoting industries or roles, learn how to manage change strategically and land your next big move.

Timothy F.

Zoom Fatigue Is Real: 10 Tips for Virtual Presentation Mastery

Emmy-winning coach Ann Keil Dux shares top strategies to stay energized, focused, and confident on camera.

Ann K.

Steps to Landing Academic Research Through Faculty Outreach

Build rapport with professors and land the research opportunities you want. This is the complete outreach checklist.

Tatum P.

Interview Prep Workbook

Use this workbook to organize your interview preparation, practice responses, and build confidence for any interview scenario.

Corinna H.

Stanford GSB: Recommendation for Inclusive Leadership

Review a powerful Stanford GSB recommendation letter highlighting an applicant's exceptional leadership, analytical prowess, and dedication to driving inclusion and organizational change.

Hind S.

Landing Data Science Roles in Times of Change

Are you feeling uncertain about your next move in data science? Whether you’re stepping into your first role, navigating a career pivot, or aiming to level up, the path can feel overwhelming — especially in today’s fast-changing market. Join me, Cong, for a practical and inspiring session on navigating data science careers in times of change. With over 15 years of experience leading high-impact analytics at companies like Apple and DoorDash — and having recently helped candidates land data science roles at Netflix, Stripe, and beyond — I understand the pressure of high-stakes opportunities and what it really takes to break through. In this event, we’ll explore how to: • Navigate interviews with clarity and confidence • Frame your projects and experience for maximum impact • Build resilience to thrive in an uncertain job market Whether you’re a student, early-career professional, or experienced data scientist, this session will give you the tools and perspective to strengthen your job search and feel more confident in your next step.

Cong N.

Would Your CV Get You Into a Top MBA? Live Admissions Review [9/29/2026] (Recording)

n this live, practical session, I’ll review MBA applicant CVs and explain what I would look for as an admissions reviewer — what stands out, what gets overlooked, and what could weaken an otherwise strong profile. We’ll look at real examples and cover: What makes an MBA CV compelling beyond simply having good experience How to communicate impact, leadership and progression Common CV mistakes that make strong candidates look less competitive How to turn responsibilities into evidence of impact How to make your career trajectory and goals easier to understand What admissions teams may question when reading your CV Bring your CV: I’ll select a few applicants for a live review and give practical feedback on what I would change. I’m an IESE MBA graduate and have worked with MBA applicants and admissions-related processes for several years. My goal is not to give you a generic CV checklist, but to show you how an admissions reviewer might actually read your profile.

Fabio R.

Crack the Behavioral Interview: Tell Stories that Win PM Offers

Join expert coach Elana A. to learn how to transform everyday experiences into compelling narratives that captivate your audience and drive results. Whether you're preparing for an interview, pitching a product feature, or leading a cross-functional discussion, this workshop will equip you with the tools to craft stories that spark excitement, influence decisions, and leave a lasting impression. By the end, you'll have a structured approach to telling stories that not only showcase your skills and vision but also inspire action and engagement from stakeholders. The workshop aims to help people breaking into product have the tools to present their most authentic selves to recruiters and highlight the value they drive.

Elana A.

How to Structure a Deal Walkthrough for PE Interviews

Deal walkthroughs in Private Equity interviews are among the toughest hurdles candidates face—interviewers expect you to walk through the logic, assumptions, and risks of an entire investment, often on the spot. To excel, you need a repeatable structure, sharp instincts, and clarity under pressure. Join Max M., a former tech investor turned Wharton MBA and one of Leland’s Top 50 Coaches, who has worked on deals at Thomas H. Lee Partners and Goldman Sachs. Max has coached hundreds of candidates across PE, IB, and hedge funds, helping them land offers at top firms. In this session, Max will break down a clear framework you can apply during deal walkthroughs: how to decompose the investment thesis, model growth and margins, identify key value levers, and address deal risks. He’ll also walk through common “curve ball” questions and teach you how to think on your feet.

Max M.

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GRE Quant: The Most Important Strategies for a 90th-Percentile Score [10/25/2026] (Recording)

Aiming for a 90th-percentile GRE Quant score? Join Matt Doyle for a practical livestream on how to study effectively, approach challenging questions, and avoid mistakes that cost valuable points. Through worked examples, you’ll learn how to: - Prioritize the math concepts and question types that deserve the most attention. - Approach Quantitative Comparison questions systematically and recognize common traps. - Manage your time and decide when to keep working, skip a question, or make an educated guess. - Use official practice questions, practice tests, and an error log to identify weaknesses and guide your preparation. You’ll leave with a clearer study plan and practical strategies for improving your accuracy, speed, and confidence. Whether you’re returning to math after years away or working to move an already strong score into the 90th percentile, this session will help you make your preparation more focused and productive. Matt Doyle has more than 25 years of standardized-test tutoring experience and holds degrees from Duke, Stanford, and Northwestern’s JD/MBA program.

Matt D.