Leland+ Content Library

Becoming an AI-native PM [9/29/2026] (Recording)

AI is changing what it means to be a great product manager, and simply knowing how to use AI tools is no longer enough. AI-native PMs know how to incorporate AI into product thinking, workflows, and execution from the start. This session is for product managers who want to build AI fluency and stay ahead as the role evolves. You’ll learn how to use AI to move faster, think differently about product development, and bring AI-powered ideas from concept to launch. Join live to hear from a PM on the New Products team at GoFundMe who has shipped multiple AI-powered features end-to-end. The speaker will share practical lessons from building with AI in a real product environment and strategies for becoming a more effective, AI-native PM.

Idea to Draft: The Art of the Law School Personal Statement [10/8/2026] (Recording)

Most law school personal statements stall at the same spot: a strong opening anecdote that never connects to an actual reason for choosing law. This workshop covers the harder, earlier step: turning a scattered list of experiences into one throughline, then structuring the draft so it reads as reasoned judgment rather than just a story. Andrew works with applicants on personal statements regularly, and has a clear sense of which openings and phrases show up in draft after draft until they stop standing out. That pattern recognition is useful for catching what is hard to see in your own writing: where the reasoning goes thin, where a sentence describes an experience instead of examining it, and where the two pages of space are being spent on the wrong things.

GMAT Strategies for Deconstructing Critical Reasoning Arguments [10/7/2026] (Recording)

Critical reasoning questions on the GMAT aren't really about logic in the abstract: they're about spotting the specific gap between a premise and a conclusion that the question is built around. This session breaks down how to read an argument the way the test wants you to: find the assumption, then decide what would strengthen or weaken it. Sergey has spent years working through thousands of these questions with students and has a good sense of where people actually get stuck, usually not on hard vocabulary but on rushing past the structure of the argument itself. If critical reasoning has felt like guessing more than reasoning, this is worth the half hour.

The AI-Powered Acquisition: How to Buy a Small Business [9/30/2026] (Recording)

You don't have to start a business from zero. What if you could skip the hardest part and just buy a great, existing business instead? And what if you could use AI—like ChatGPT and other smart tools—to help you find it, run it, and grow it fast? That's exactly what we're breaking down in this free event. We'll cut through the hype and show you the real, practical steps to becoming a CEO by buying a small business.

Get into T-3 Law Schools | Harvard Law School Admit [8/17/2026] (Recording)

Join me in conversation about getting into HLS and the T-14! Come with any questions you may have as you compile and prepare to apply this cycle.

The Layered Approach to Law School Personal Statements (Straight From an Admissions Insider) [8/3/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you will know how to build a personal statement that works on multiple levels at once, revealing character, demonstrating self-awareness, and giving admissions readers a clear reason to advocate for you. The coach will walk through how successful candidates layer narrative and reflection, and what separates statements that feel complete from those that read as surface-level. Attending live means you can ask how this approach applies to your specific story, background, or circumstance, and hear the coach reason through it in real time. This coach works directly with law school applicants and brings a reader's eye to every session, shaped by recognizing the patterns that consistently move applications forward.

Co-thinking with AI: Beyond the Hype, Into Your Edge [7/6/2026] (Recording)

AI isn't a search engine — and treating it like one is costing you. In this 45-minute working session, we tackle the cognitive dependence trap head-on: the quiet habit of letting AI generate, decide, and summarize while your own critical thinking atrophies. Leaders and employees who thrive in the AI era aren't the ones who use it most — they're the ones who use it right. You'll leave with practical co-thinking prompts designed to sharpen your judgment, accelerate your best ideas, and position you as someone who leverages AI without being leveled by it. Reserve your spot today!

Top 5 Tips for Your Law School Apps by Indrani, Former SLS Admissions Officer! [7/20/2026] (Recording)

Join Indrani, former Associate Director of Admissions at Stanford Law School, as she goes over her top 5 tips to help you put your best foot forward as you apply to law school! A great law school application requires research, authenticity and hard work, and Indrani will help you strategize. She will go over the importance of the LSAT, putting together a thoughtful school list, who should submit letters of recommendation, how to go about writing your essays and the optimal timeline for getting it all done! The session will end with ample time for questions and answers.

Ace Your EY-Parthenon Interview [10/11/2026] (Recording)

Ace your EY-Parthenon interview with an insider view into what the firm looks for and how successful candidates stand out. We’ll break down key evaluation criteria, common case themes, and what to expect across both behavioral and case interviews. You’ll leave with practical strategies to structure your thinking, sharpen your stories, and avoid common mistakes. Whether you’re early in prep or approaching interview day, this session is designed to help you perform with more confidence and precision.

MBA Submit & Speak Part 1: The Final Ten Days [8/27/2026] (Recording)

Ten days out from your Round 1 deadline, everything feels urgent, and much of it truly is. What you may not have is time to do it all. This session opens a new three-part series, MBA Submit & Speak. We start where you are right now, in the last stretch before Round 1 closes, and we make the decisions that are still genuinely open to you. Not another round of line edits, but the calls that change what an admissions committee receives. Across the three sessions, we move from the last days before you submit to the interviews that follow. Attend all three to go from deadline to interview with one continuous plan, or drop into the single session you need most. In this session, you will learn how to spend your final ten days: • Decide school by school which programs belong in Round 1, and which one you should move to Round 2 on purpose rather than by accident. • See why the online application form itself, the biographical, employment, education, and activities sections that feel like paperwork, is read as closely as anything you write. • Learn when an optional essay or addendum helps you, and when saying nothing is the stronger answer. • Handle a recommender who has gone quiet with days left, without damaging the relationship or the recommendation. • Rank what is worth fixing in the last seventy-two hours and give yourself permission to leave the rest alone. The hardest part of the final ten days is not effort, it is order. A dozen legitimate tasks compete for the same few evenings, and from where you are sitting they all look equally important. This session puts them in sequence, so you know what to do first, what can wait until the night before, and what to let go of entirely, and you submit an application you chose rather than one the clock chose for you. I have guided more than 100 applicants into every M7 program, across the top 20 in the U.S., and into leading international programs, including INSEAD, London Business School, IESE, Esade, Oxford, Cambridge, NUS, and more. Spend your last ten days on what actually changes the outcome. Register now to claim your spot.

5 Best Practices for Writing an Excellent MBA Essay [6/3/2026] (Recording)

Great MBA essays don’t just sound polished, they make admissions readers remember you long after they finish reading. This session is for applicants who want a clearer understanding of what separates average essays from truly compelling ones. You’ll learn five core best practices for building a strong narrative, writing with more clarity and specificity, and aligning your essays with what top MBA programs are actually looking for. Join live to ask questions about your own essays and hear practical guidance from an expert MBA coach with dual degrees from M7 programs. The speaker has worked closely with applicants on crafting standout applications and will share the patterns they see across successful essays and common mistakes. Expect actionable insights and feedback similar to what’s covered in 1:1 admissions coaching conversations.

Why You're Running Out of Time on the LSAT - and How to Fix It Before August [6/19/2026] (Recording)

Running out of time on the LSAT is rarely just a pacing problem—it’s usually a sign of deeper issues in approach, prioritization, and decision-making under pressure. This session is for students who feel consistently rushed on Logical Reasoning or Reading Comprehension and want to improve before the August exam. You’ll learn why high scorers move efficiently without rushing, the habits that quietly drain time during sections, and the specific adjustments that can help you complete more questions accurately. Join live to hear how an experienced LSAT coach diagnoses timing issues and the patterns they see across students who successfully improve their pacing. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions about your own prep strategy and get practical guidance typically shared in 1:1 coaching sessions.

From Constantly Overwhelmed to Back in Control [7/22/2026] (Recording)

Feeling overwhelmed has become the norm for many people, but staying there doesn’t have to be. In this session, we’ll explore why overwhelm happens, how it impacts focus, energy, and decision-making, and what it takes to regain a sense of control. You’ll walk away with a practical strategy to reduce mental clutter, prioritize what matters, and create a more sustainable way of working and living.

The $10K Conversation: Negotiation Strategies That Actually Work

In this live workshop, we’ll break down exactly how to negotiate your salary and job offer confidently, professionally, and strategically. Whether you’re applying to graduate internships, early-career roles, or experienced professional positions, this session will teach you how to advocate for yourself and potentially increase your compensation by thousands. We’ll cover: - The biggest salary negotiation mistakes candidates make - What recruiters actually expect during negotiations - How to research your market value - What to say (and what NOT to say) - Scripts for emails and live conversations - How to negotiate beyond salary: PTO, bonuses, flexibility, and more This session is designed to be practical, interactive, and confidence-building — especially for professionals who were never taught how to navigate these conversations. Come ready to learn the strategies behind the conversation that could change your earning trajectory for years to come.

Looking to apply to a MBA program? Join the Live Q+A! [8/12/2026] (Recording)

Choosing between MBA programs can be tough! Is the part time for you? Full time? Executive? Join this live Q+A, where I'll share more about my journey choosing the UCLA MBA Executive program, and how I landed a spot in the Class of 2025. Leave with tips, strategies and insight to make the best decision for yourself. This session is applicable to all looking to choose between MBA programs. Come join! Spots are limited.

Crafting a Standout Personal Statement for Master’s Programs [6/25/2026] (Recording)

Writing a personal statement for master’s programs can feel difficult when you’re trying to balance your experiences, goals, and qualifications into a story that feels both authentic and compelling. This session is designed for applicants who want to understand what separates a solid personal statement from one that leaves a lasting impression on admissions readers. You’ll learn how to structure your narrative, connect your experiences to your future goals, and avoid common mistakes that weaken otherwise strong applications. Attending live gives you the chance to ask questions about your own essay ideas and get real-time feedback on challenges you’re facing in the writing process. The speaker works closely with applicants and will share the patterns they see across successful candidates, along with what they look for when evaluating personal statements in practice. If you want a clearer framework for approaching your essays, it’s worth joining live.

How High Performers Avoid Burnout & Sustain Performance [7/21/2026] (Recording)

High performers are often the people most at risk of burnout. When you’re ambitious, capable, and highly responsible, it’s easy to fall into patterns of constantly pushing harder, staying “on,” and carrying more than is sustainable over time. In this session, we’ll discuss how high performers approach energy, recovery, and sustainability differently so they can continue performing at a high level without running themselves into the ground. We’ll cover: - Why burnout often happens even in high achievers who are performing well - The relationship between energy management, recovery, and sustainable performance - Common habits and patterns that quietly drain focus, motivation, and resilience - Practical ways to reset mentally throughout the workday and workweek - How recovery supports stronger decision-making, sustained performance, and long-term growth This session is designed for professionals who want to perform at a high level more sustainably, protect their energy, and create long-term success without sacrificing their well-being. This workshop is part of a free 3-part Sustainable High Performance series for ambitious professionals.

MiM, Masters and MBA Essays, Dissected: Same Four Questions, Almost Everywhere [10/7/2026] (Recording)

Most essay advice is a list of tips. This is the version I give paying clients, using a real submitted essay and the rebuilt one next to it. I did a Master in Management (MiM) and have spent 8+ years in strategy and finance across six countries. I have mentored clients on their MiM, Master in Finance and MBA applications across the US, Europe and Asia. I have read a lot of drafts that were competent and forgettable, which means I can tell you what a reader actually sees. In 1 hour, I will cover why fifteen prompts across five schools are really only four questions, and why that changes how much work this is. What each of the four is actually asking underneath the wording, and the word split I would recommend for each. Why most why-this-school paragraphs survive having the school name swapped, and what to write instead. The five things your goals answer needs, and the one sentence almost nobody includes that makes it read as considered rather than hopeful. The four angles on the contribution question, including the one schools care about more than applicants realise. What the personal question is actually testing, and the tone mistake people make while believing they are being self-aware. Where AI helps you, where it quietly sinks you, and the completely honest mistake that gets applicants flagged as dishonest. And the order I actually work in with clients, which starts nowhere near a first draft. This is for anyone writing essays for a MiM, Master in Finance, MBA or specialised master's, whether you have a blank page or a draft you are not happy with. Forty five minutes of content, then live Q&A, hands or chat. Bring a question about your own draft. Everyone who attends gets the Essay Ideation Workbook by email afterwards.

Deferred MBA Applications: What Top 10 Programs Reward Most [10/7/2026] (Recording)

Deferred MBA programs give college students a chance to secure a path to a top business school before starting their careers, but knowing what admissions committees actually value can be difficult. The strongest applicants understand how to make the most of their limited professional experience and demonstrate the potential top programs are looking for. This session is for college students applying to deferred MBA programs who want to build a more compelling application. You’ll learn what top programs reward most, how to position your experiences effectively, and where to focus your efforts to stand out. Join live to hear from an MBA expert who has coached 300+ clients and helped applicants gain admission to top business schools around the world. The speaker will share practical strategies for approaching deferred applications, common mistakes to avoid, and insights into what successful applicants do differently. Bring your questions and leave with a clearer strategy for strengthening your deferred MBA application.

Fix Your Essay Before It's Read and Forgotten [8/18/2026] (Recording)

Most MBA essay drafts are competent and entirely forgettable. Learn what separates a safe essay from one that gets remembered by an admissions committee reading hundreds of applications a week.