Leland+ for MBA

How to Pick Your Recommenders

Choosing the right recommenders is crucial! Learn how to select the best people to write a powerful letter for your application.

MBA Resume: Skills/Interests + Other Possible Sections

Go beyond work experience. Learn how to highlight your skills, interests, and other sections to create a powerful MBA resume that stands out.

Stanford GSB: Interview Tips

Ace the Stanford GSB interview! Our expert tips will help you stand out and show the admissions committee you're the perfect fit.

How to Answer "Why Booth?"

Craft a compelling, personalized response that shows deep fit with Booth’s values and offerings.

Example Kellogg Personal Statement - Persistence

A successful Kellogg Deferred MBA personal statement, with identifying details adjusted to preserve the integrity of the original work.

Fuqua MBA Interview Question Guide

Prepare for your Fuqua MBA interview with this guide, drafted by an admitted student who served as an Admissions Fellow.

HBS: Post-Interview Reflection Example

Review an example of a successful Harvard Business School post-interview reflection, detailing insights, clarifying points, and reiterating commitment to the community.

MBA Resume Final Submission Checklist

A practical one-pager to ensure your MBA resume is strategic, polished, and fully aligned with your application story—perfect for a last quality check before submission.

MBA Networking and Events Tracker

A spreadsheet to help applicants organize school events, conversations, and outreach—making it easy to track engagement and tailor applications effectively.

MIT Sloan Pre-Interview Supplements – Inclusion and Data-Driven Strategy

Two thoughtful responses showcasing inclusive leadership in student organizations and a real-world data project that influenced a high-stakes operational decision.

MIT Sloan Data Visualization Slide – Technician Efficiency and Margin Impact

A pre-interview supplement slide analyzing technician compensation models and operational improvements to drive a projected 13.4% EBITDA margin increase.

Wharton Essay – Resilience, Mentorship, and Giving Back

A thoughtful contribution essay reflecting on how the applicant turned early career setbacks into leadership growth—and how he plans to pay it forward at Wharton through mentorship, service, and peer coaching.

Wharton TBD Prep Checklist

Learn what you should to before, during, and after the Wharton TBD interview.

Wharton Essays – Transformational Strategy and Peer-Driven Leadership

Two admissions essays outlining a clear path to becoming a Chief Transformation Officer, with a focus on retail innovation, global business, and a commitment to resilience, mentorship, and community-building at Wharton.

Chicago Booth: Essay Breakdown & Tips

Discover expert tips for aceing your Chicago Booth essays—uncover what makes responses distinctive, strategic, and authentic.

School-Specific Interview Guides

Master the interview for top MBA, grad, and undergrad programs with our school-specific guides. Get the edge you need for admissions.

MIT Sloan: Interview Tips

Get into MIT Sloan! Learn how to impress the admissions committee with a guide to common questions, key strategies, and expert tips.

Pennsylvania Wharton: Interview Tips

Go beyond the resume. Master the Team-Based Discussion (TBD) and nail the one-on-one to get into Wharton.

Harvard Business School: Interview Tips

Get into HBS! Learn how to impress the admissions committee with a guide to common questions, key strategies, and expert tips.

Perfecting Your CBS Essays

A focused resource for refining your Columbia Business School essays, with guidance on tone, structure, and aligning your story with CBS values.