Leland+ Content Library

Private Equity Interviews: The Deal Walkthrough

The deal walkthrough is often the most grueling part of the private equity interview process, serving as the ultimate test of a candidate’s investment logic and technical command. In this session, Derek O. leverages his experience at Audax Private Equity and Vista Equity Partners to deconstruct how to successfully pitch a deal from an institutional perspective. Attendees will learn how to articulate a compelling investment thesis, navigate rigorous technical questioning, and defend assumptions under pressure—essential skills for standing out in elite recruiting cycles. This workshop is designed for ambitious professionals looking to bridge the gap between technical knowledge and the high-stakes delivery required to secure an offer.

You Are Sitting on Your Next Big Project Right Now. Find It With AI [7/7/2026] (Recording)

Your next big idea may already be hiding in the data, workflows, and problems you interact with every day. This session is for anyone who wants to use AI to uncover high-potential opportunities and turn overlooked insights into meaningful projects. You’ll learn how to use AI systems to identify patterns, surface valuable problems worth solving, and validate ideas faster than traditional approaches. Join live to hear from an expert in AI systems and explore how powerful AI workflows can help you think bigger and execute smarter. The speaker will share practical frameworks for spotting opportunities, refining ideas, and using AI as a thought partner throughout the discovery process. Expect actionable insights and fresh perspectives you can immediately apply to your own work.

Ask Me Anything: Excelling in PE Interviews

​​​Join us for an interactive AMA with a John C., a seasoned private equity professional who has successfully navigated the industry’s most competitive recruiting processes. In this session, you’ll get insider insights on how to stand out in both technical and behavioral interviews, master case studies and modeling tests, and convey your fit for a PE role with confidence. Whether you’re preparing for your first interview or looking to refine your approach, this is your chance to get your most pressing questions answered directly by an expert.

5 AI productivity tips that save me hours each week [4/2/2026] (Recording)

This session walks through five specific AI tips that reduce repetitive, time-consuming work across writing, research, and task management, with enough detail that you can adapt them to your own role that week. You'll see the thinking and logic behind each one, where most people set them up incorrectly, and how to sequence them so they compound rather than add friction. Join like to ask about how a specific workflow might apply to your job function or tool stack. I use these systems in my own work every day and am sharing the versions that actually stuck, not a curated highlight reel.

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.

Top 5 Tips for Your Law School Apps by Indrani, Former SLS Admissions Officer! [8/26/2026] (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.

Meet, Greet, Repeat. Networking Skills to Build Real Connections in Tech

Networking in tech is about more than just collecting LinkedIn connections—it’s about building genuine relationships that open doors. In this session, expert Leland coach and Netflix Senior Software Engineer Michelle B. will break down how to network with authenticity, confidence, and purpose in the fast-moving world of tech. ​You’ll learn how to make a strong first impression, turn casual conversations into real opportunities, and follow up effectively without feeling transactional. By the end, you’ll have practical strategies to expand your network, strengthen your personal brand, and build connections that actually move your career forward.

Top 5 Tips for Your Law School Apps by Indrani, Former SLS Admissions Officer! [6/8/2026] (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.

Industry Deep Dive: Template

This template guides you through the process of conducting a deep dive on any industry. Learn to identify key players, understand the value chain, and analyze market trends to prepare for your interviews.

Why MBA, Why Now, Why [X] Program: Answers that Define Your App [6/11/2026] (Recording)

Few questions matter more in MBA admissions than why you want an MBA, why this is the right moment, and why a particular program is the right fit. Yet many applicants answer them superficially. This session will explore how to develop thoughtful, credible, and differentiated responses to these foundational questions, and why the quality of those answers often determines the strength of the entire application. Attendees will leave with a framework for articulating a sharper and more persuasive admissions narrative.

What You NEED to Know Before Submitting Your BYU App (From a Former Admissions Officer)

Get an inside look at how BYU evaluates applications from someone who used to help make the decisions. In this session, expert Leland coach and former BYU’s Admissions Committee Christian H. will break down what truly matters in your essays, activities, and recommendations—and what applicants often misunderstand. You’ll learn how to present your story with authenticity, avoid common red flags, and highlight the qualities BYU values most. Perfect for anyone who wants to maximize their chances before hitting “submit.”

Example PM Resume - PM Intern to Product Leader

A look inside an example resume of someone who went from PM intern at Sezzle to leading teams at U.S. Bank and Verusen.

Example Atlassian APM Take-Home Solution

A real product case from Atlassian's 2023 Grad APM application, with an example solution on how to improve Discord's user experience and growth.

Harvard Dental School Personal Statement Example

Read an outstanding dental school personal statement from a successful applicant and learn how to craft a winning essay for your own applications.

Private Equity Firms: What You Need to Know

This guide provides an overview of the private equity industry, including key players, different firm types, and the basics of how they operate.

A First-Time Manager's Guide to Success

A starter kit for new people leaders on what to do before your first day, and how to have an effective first week.

Writing the “Why MBA?” Essay

Learn to clearly articulate why you need an MBA now, why each school fits, and how it connects to your long-term vision.

Crafting the 'Why UChicago' Law Essay

Read an accepted 'Why UChicago Law' optional essay. Learn how to explain your fit with a school and craft a compelling personal statement.

Med School Personal Statement: Drexel University College of Medicine

An accepted medical school personal statement that explores how volunteering in Ecuador and a flu vaccine drive shaped the writer's view of healthcare.