Leland+ Content Library

How to Effectively Practice for Consulting Interviews

Most candidates practice long, but few practice well. We break down the "Deliberate Practice" framework used by elite performers. Learn how to structure solo drills for mental math, how to give and receive high-utility feedback during peer mocks, and how to utilize professional coaching sessions to fix your specific "blind spots" rather than just running another case.

How to Sound More Conversational in Interviews

The fastest way to fail the "fit" check is to sound like you’re reading from a script. We teach you how to break the "robotic" habit, treating the interview as a working session with a friend or colleague rather than an oral exam, and projecting the "client-ready" confidence Bain partners expect.

Building Your Path to Graduate School Success: 2-5 Years Out

Are you considering applying to graduate school in the next 2-5 years and want to ensure you're on the right path to success? Join me, Bri, for an insightful session on building a strategic approach to your graduate school applications, whether you're eyeing an MBA, MPP, or any highly competitive graduate degree. With firsthand experience as an admit to MIT Sloan, Booth, and Tuck, and a dual MPP/MBA strategy, I bring a wealth of knowledge on what top programs are looking for. My background in government consulting and cross-sector innovation allows me to help you craft compelling stories that connect your diverse experiences into a cohesive narrative. I've successfully coached applicants to M7 and top public policy programs, refining their personal narratives, clarifying post-graduate goals, and strengthening their essays, résumés, and interviews. During this session, we'll cover everything from application strategy and networking to financial aid and testing. Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot and start building your path to graduate school success!

MIT Sloan Interview Series

MIT Sloan interviews are a key step in the admissions process—and strong preparation can make all the difference. This interview series is designed to help you approach your interviews with confidence and clarity. You’ll learn how to structure strong answers, communicate your goals effectively, and handle common behavioral and fit questions. Whether you’re preparing for your first interview or refining your approach, you’ll leave with practical strategies and greater confidence.

Job Search Week Kickoff: Hiring Manager Round Table

Job Search Week is here—and this kickoff session sets the tone for a focused, intentional approach to finding your next role. Join us for an opening event designed to help you start your search with clarity and momentum. In this session, we’ll outline how to approach the job search strategically, share key principles for staying organized and motivated, and highlight what to focus on in today’s market. Whether you’re just starting or resetting your search, this kickoff will help you move forward with purpose.

F1 to Consulting

Transitioning from an F-1 visa to a consulting career can feel complex—but with the right strategy, it’s achievable. This session is designed to help international students understand the consulting recruiting landscape and how to navigate it successfully. In this event, you’ll learn how consulting firms approach sponsorship, how to position your background effectively, and what steps to take throughout the recruiting process. Whether you’re early in your planning or actively recruiting, you’ll leave with clearer expectations and practical guidance.

A Roadmap to Graduate School Applications

Applying to graduate school is a multi-step journey, and success depends on having a clear plan from start to finish. This session walks through the full application roadmap, from early preparation and program selection to essays, recommendations, interviews, and final decisions. You’ll learn how to prioritize each stage, avoid common pitfalls, and stay organized throughout the process so you can submit strong, confident applications.

Everything You Need to Know About the 2026 Law Admissions Cycle

The 2026 law school admissions cycle brings new timelines, evolving expectations, and heightened competition, and being informed early can make a meaningful difference. This session covers what’s changing, how admissions committees evaluate candidates, and how to plan your LSAT, essays, recommendations, and school list strategically. You’ll learn key deadlines, common pitfalls, and practical steps to position yourself strongly from start to finish.

Why Personalized Coaching Wins in Product Management Interviews

Product management interviews reward candidates who can clearly communicate their thinking, tailor their stories to the role, and adapt under pressure, skills that generic prep often fails to build. This session breaks down why personalized coaching consistently outperforms one-size-fits-all frameworks, from sharpening product sense and execution tradeoffs to crafting role-specific behavioral stories and interview strategy. You’ll learn how targeted feedback accelerates improvement, exposes blind spots, and helps you stand out in competitive PM interview loops.

Ace Your MBA Interview!

Congratulations on getting selected to interview! Now what? During this session, we’ll discuss everything you need to know to start preparing for your interviews. - Qualities your interviewer will be assessing you on - Common interview questions - How to structure your answers - Preparation techniques - Tips on conquering interview anxiety

MBA Reapplicant Guide

While it is disappointing to have put so much effort into applications and not get into the school you wanted, there is still hope! Admissions committees tend to look favorably upon reapplicants, provided you can show that you’ve improved your candidacy. During this session, we will discuss how to navigate the MBA admissions process as a reapplicant. We will discuss common reasons people are rejected, how to show growth and MBA readiness, and other ways to improve your chances this time around. We will have tips for those who have applied recently, as well as those who are reapplying again after a break.

Tackling the "Why This School" MBA Essay

Most MBA programs will have an essay along the lines of: "Why MBA; Why this school?" This is one of the most impactful parts of your application and is often the difference maker between getting an interview and getting a rejection. During this free session, I'll walk through: - What schools are actually looking for in this essay (explicitly and implicitly) - Common mistakes applicants make in this essay - How to structure this essay - Additional tips on crafting a standout essay

Turn Your Resume into Interviews

If your resume isn’t landing interviews, it’s time for a rethink. This session is all about turning your resume into a true conversation-starter with recruiters. You’ll learn what makes a resume stand out in seconds, how to showcase results and momentum, and how to tailor your story for the roles you want. Expect practical tips, real examples, and strategies you can apply immediately. Whether you’re stuck in the application grind or gearing up for your next move, you’ll leave with a resume built to get interviews.

From Freshman to Senior: Extracurricular Roadmap

A clear, year-by-year guide to help students build a stand out extracurricular profile. Learn what to focus on at each stage of high school -- from exploration to meaningful impact -- so you can make confident decisions and build an extracurricular profile that demonstrates what makes you unique.

Start Early, Apply Strong: Successful PhD Timelines

Applying to PhD programs is a long process—and starting early can make all the difference. This session will help you build a strategic timeline to strengthen your application. You’ll learn how to plan each stage, from researching programs and preparing materials to securing recommendations and managing deadlines, while avoiding common pitfalls. Whether you’re just starting or refining your plan, you’ll leave with a clear roadmap for success.

Breaking Into BizOps & Strategy: How to Stand Out as a Top Candidate

BizOps and strategy roles put you at the center of the most important decisions a company makes. This session breaks down how top candidates stand out—and how you can position yourself to break in. You’ll learn what hiring teams actually look for, how to signal strategic thinking through your experience, and how to prepare for interviews that test real-world problem solving. If you’re aiming for high-impact roles with real influence, this session will give you the edge.

GRE Quant Strategies for Math 'Fraidy Cats’

If GRE Quant makes you anxious, you’re not alone, and you don’t need to be a math genius to succeed. This session focuses on confidence-building strategies, pattern recognition, and efficient problem-solving approaches designed specifically for test-takers who feel intimidated by quantitative sections. You’ll learn how to simplify complex problems, avoid common traps, and develop a calm, structured approach that improves both accuracy and speed.

AI Monthly News Update - February 2026

Join us for the AI Monthly News Update, where we dive into the latest trends and insights in AI. I'm Solomon Christ, your guide on this AI journey. With a background in AI + Automation, I've dedicated my career to helping individuals and businesses unlock the true potential of AI—not by turning you into a tech wizard, but by enhancing your existing skills to make you unstoppable. I specialize in educating SMBs on implementing AI tools through practical, hands-on approaches. In this session, we'll cover the latest news that was just released in the past month helping you keep up to date in the ever changing AI Landscape! Spaces are limited, so don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your business with AI.

How To Have the Promotion Conversation

Most promotion conversations fail not because the person wasn't ready -- but because they handled it wrong. This guide covers when to have the conversation, what to say, how to handle pushback, and what to do after. Includes sample language and a follow up email template.

Land your Job or Study in ... Germany [4/9/2026] (Recording)

Germany is not just beer, efficiency, and engineering heritage. It is one of the most accessible countries in the world right now for ambitious non-EU graduates and young professionals who want to build something serious. Over 600,000 skilled positions go unfilled every year. The government rewrote its immigration law in 2023 specifically to bring international talent in. Public universities charge close to nothing. Tech companies, global pharma, and the entire renewable energy sector are actively hiring people with your profile. This session cuts through the noise. We cover the study path and the direct job path, side by side: visa options, living costs, language reality, workplace culture, and what a competitive application actually looks like. Two real cases show how people with no German, applying from abroad, made it work. Germany rewards preparation and specificity. This Thursday, we provide both. New episodes in this series cover a different European country every Thursday.