Leland+ Content Library

U.S. vs International Admissions Differences

What U.S. schools value (leadership, impact, fit), expectations for career clarity

M7 MBA Essay Question Bank: Prompts by School (2024–25)

A reference guide to official M7 MBA essay prompts — organized by school. Covers all seven programs with each school’s full prompt list, word counts, what the admissions committee is actually evaluating per prompt, the most common mistakes that cost applicants, and strategic tips on what each school’s adcom is really looking for. Includes a format comparison table and universal essay principles that apply across all M7 applications.

Leadership in Global Contexts

Influence vs title, cross-cultural teamwork, initiative

Building real world products with genAI

The AI landscape is evolving faster than most teams—and candidates—can keep up. In this session, a panel of experienced AI product leaders will share candid insights on what’s actually working, where organizations are going wrong, and how product managers can position themselves to build meaningful, defensible value in an AI-first world. After quick intros and opening remarks on the biggest mistakes they’re seeing in AI today, panelists will respond to a mix of curated questions and live audience Q&A. You’ll walk away with clearer frameworks for evaluating AI opportunities, stronger language to articulate your value, and a practical understanding of how companies are approaching AI product work in 2025.

Personal Statement Jumpstart

Get a strong start on one of the most important parts of your dental school application. In this session, you’ll learn how to choose the right story, structure your personal statement, and clearly communicate your motivation for dentistry in a way that resonates with admissions committees. You’ll leave with proven frameworks, common pitfalls to avoid, and concrete next steps to begin drafting a compelling, authentic personal statement.

Essay Strategy

“Why MBA,” goals essays, school vision essays

Waitlist Strategy

Updates, new achievements, school engagement

Top 5 Tips for Succeeding on the GMAT

Want to boost your GMAT score with advice that actually moves the needle? Join Leland coach Bruce H., a seasoned GMAT expert who has helped candidates earn elite scores and gain admission to top MBA programs. Bruce will break down his top five most impactful strategies-from mastering data sufficiency to managing timing and building a high-yield study plan-so you can approach test day with confidence. Whether you're just starting or looking for a final score jump, you'll walk away with practical techniques you can implement immediately.

Interview process for Tech BizOps

Breaking into Tech BizOps is not about memorizing frameworks. It is about proving you can think like an operator. Can you dissect messy problems? Make smart tradeoffs with limited data? Align teams and actually drive results? That is what these interviews are built to uncover. In this session, we will decode the entire process from live cases and execution scenarios to strategic tradeoffs and behavioral deep dives, so you know exactly how to stand out at every stage. You will learn how to navigate ambiguity with confidence, communicate like a cross functional leader, and show you are ready to operate at the center of product, strategy, and operations. If you want to walk into your BizOps interviews feeling sharp, decisive, and impossible to ignore, this is your edge.

Product Manager Resume Example

Master's in Info Systems Student - Secured a Capital One Product Management Full-Time Offer

Pre-Departure Preparation

Visa, housing, networking, CPT prep

How to Land a Consulting Offer from your MBA

Breaking into consulting from business school is one of the most competitive recruiting paths—but with the right preparation, it’s completely achievable. In this session, expert Leland coach who received offers from both McKinsey and BCG Rifat M. will walk you through the full MBA consulting recruiting process, from networking and resume prep to case and behavioral interview mastery. You’ll learn how to position your background, build relationships with firms, and stand out in a crowded field to land your consulting offer with confidence.

GRE Analytical Writing Assessment Breakdown

In this lesson you will get an overview of the Analytical Writing Assessment as well as a high-level view of the issue essay, essay structure, and other strategies and tips.

GRE Quant Cheat Sheet: Most Used Formulas

This is a one page sheet with the most commonly used GRE Quant formulas and concepts for you to memorize.

Mock Interview Practice

Real simulation exercises

Differentiate Your MBA Application: Research & Networking IN ACTION, Part 2 of 2 [3/13/2026] (Recording)

⚡Deep school research and strategic networking are two of the most powerful ways to strengthen an MBA application. This live workshop shows you how to actually do them. ⚠️ Important Note This workshop builds on the core research and networking framework I taught in Differentiate Your MBA Application: School Research & Networking (Part 1 of 2). You are welcome to attend Part 2 on its own. However, watching Part 1 first, live or via recording, is strongly recommended so you can fully apply what is demonstrated in this session. ⚠️watch the recording of Part 1 to make this session the most effective. Message me if you would like a copy of the research template. https://dub.sh/recordingpart1 (Sorry, Leland doesn't make the link clickable.) This execution-focused session takes you inside the real research and networking process used by successful MBA applicants. Rather than focusing on high-level theory, you will watch me work through real examples in real time. During the workshop, you will see how I: 🔷 Use AI and navigate school websites to identify the most relevant courses, professors, centers, experiential programs, and career resources 🔷 Use LinkedIn and alumni networks to identify high-impact outreach targets based on background, goals, and timing 🔷 Decide who to contact now, who later, and who not at all 🔷 Personalize outreach messages to maximize response rates 🔷 Capture insights so they can be used effectively in essays and interviews 🔷 Recognize which findings meaningfully influence application strategy versus those that are simply interesting Throughout the session, I will highlight where specific insights commonly appear in essays, interviews, and networking conversations, and why certain details carry more weight with admissions committees. I may share brief example snippets to illustrate this, but the focus of the workshop is on the process that produces strong application content, not on writing the content itself. Bonus Offer ✅One attendee will receive a free 1-hour coaching session. ✅All attendees may request a free copy of the MBA Research & Networking Template. ⚡Spots are limited. Register now to gain the advantage that can set your MBA application apart.

How to Ace the GRE Essay

Are you unsure how to approach the essay section of the GRE? In this event, I'll share proven strategies to enhance your AWA score, offer insights that you may have never heard before, and tackle the essay prompts together so you can do them on your own with confidence. Whether you're just starting your GRE prep or looking your test is next week, this session will help you prepare for the AWA section of the GRE.

Navigating the MBA Waitlist Process

We will discuss how to navigate the waitlist process for MBA programs. While it is quite frustrating to not have closure after your decision, there is still hope! I will walk through my proven strategies for maximizing your chances of converting a waitlist into an acceptance! This will include: - General process and timelines - Common reasons people are waitlisted - How to plan structure your updates - What else you can do to improve your chances - Q&A

Mastering the MCAT: C/P Strategies from a Top Scorer

The Chemical and Physical Foundations section of the MCAT challenges students to integrate scientific concepts with data analysis and critical reasoning under time pressure. In this session, you’ll learn high-impact strategies for approaching C/P passages, prioritizing key information, and avoiding common mistakes that cost points. Whether you’re building your foundation or fine-tuning your approach, you’ll leave with practical techniques to improve accuracy, efficiency, and confidence on test day.

Ask Me Anything: IB Recruiting Insights from a Former Lazard Banker

Breaking into investment banking is competitive—especially if you're targeting elite boutiques or specialized coverage groups. In this AMA-style workshop, Akaash P.—a former Lazard banker with hands-on experience across Media & Telecom, Restructuring (RX), FIG, Energy, and Software—will give you an inside look at what it takes to stand out in IB recruiting. Drawing on cross-sector banking and investing experience, as well as coaching candidates into top groups at elite firms, Akaash will answer your questions on technical prep, industry-specific expectations, crafting a differentiated story, and navigating competitive recruiting processes. Whether you're aiming for M&T, RX, FIG, Energy, or Software roles, or simply want to understand the landscape better, you’ll leave with clear, actionable insights to elevate your recruiting strategy.