28,459Leland Reviews

There are mountains. MOUNTAINS of advice on how to game B School applications. This isn’t Ben. Ben will have you climb a different mountain: distill what is uniquely you. The benefit of that exercise extends far beyond any application. He’ll then help you communicate yourself, powerfully. He’s qualified because he’s one of the most effective communicators I’ve met. All in all, I expected my Leland experience to be transactional, but necessary. I didn’t expect my coach to be intensely interested in me, I didn’t expect to know myself better, and I didn’t expect to come away from it all with a permanent shot of confidence. Boy was I surprised. So if any of that sounds interesting and you want to put together a potent, genuine application with somebody that has your back at every step, Ben is your guy.

I started working with Ellen towards the end of my first application cycle and had no idea where to begin as I started the reapplication process. Ellen took her time to answer all my questions and guided me through the process of improving my application. Additionally, Ellen mentored me as I prepared for the CASPER exam and interviews. She was always there to remind me that I could do it and that I would be able to get into my dream school. She truly cares about her clients and goes above and beyond to support them. She is the best!

I worked with Briana for the Wharton TBD. She was helpful and communicated effectively in sharing what was needed to excel.

Working with Margo was an incredible experience and one I will always be grateful for. From the very start, her responsiveness and lightning-fast turnaround made me feel supported and never alone throughout a process that can be overwhelming and emotionally exhausting. Knowing she was always there gave me a sense of calm and the confidence that I desperately needed. What made our work together so special was how collaborative it felt. Margo helped me brainstorm, reflect, and dig deep to tell my story in a way that felt honest and authentic, which resonated with admissions committees. She didn’t just provide thoughtful feedback; she helped me find my voice. She pushed me when I needed it and guided me toward writing essays I am extremely proud of. From start to finish, my experience was exceptional. I began this process feeling discouraged as a reapplicant, but Margo helped me set clear goals and craft strong, polished materials that finally unlocked the future I had dreamed of for so long. Because of her support, I was accepted to schools I never imagined I had a real chance at. I could not have done this without Margo, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a coach who is not only incredibly skilled but also genuinely invested in the people she works with.

Noy was an incredible coach and played a huge role in helping me get admitted to all 3 of my Round 1 schools: Sloan, Tuck, and Georgetown McDonough. He works absolute magic when it comes to translating your experiences into compelling core stories, which is something I had been struggling with before meeting him. Despite not having a military background himself, he helped me articulate my military experiences in a way that was both authentic and impactful. He also helped me significantly with my résumé and even guided me in crafting stronger stories for my recommenders so they could deliver powerful messages. This was my first experience using Leland for coaching, and because of Noy, I’ve been recommending the platform to everyone applying to business school. I would recommend Noy to anyone looking for a coach who is talented, supportive, and truly invested in your success.

As a STEM major wanting to pivot to the legal field, I remember sitting down to write my personal statements and blanking over and over again. That is when I reached out to Craig on LeLand. We set up an intro call, and I knew immediately that his insight would get me into an amazing law school. For the next few months, Craig helped me create a strong portfolio highlighting how my unique background and interests make me a competitive candidate for the top law schools in the nation. Ultimately, his patience, guidance, and support led me to receive an offer of admission from Columbia Law School and the University of Toronto. Overall, Craig was a pleasure to work with. His schedule was extremely flexible—always being a phone call or a message away when I had a quick question or needed to discuss topics at a greater length. I can confidently say that Craig's help is the reason I have a T-14 admission offer, and will forever be grateful for the time I spent working with him.

Alex is super helpful in helping craft your story, and great at answering any questions about the process along the way. Admitted to both schools we worked on together (Kellogg & Fuqua) with strong scholarship offers.

Emily was the perfect coach for my application process. After reading all sorts of forums and talking with other coaching services my head was filled with all sorts of contradicting information and target schools. I also came in with some nuance to my situation, but she helped me navigate and understand exactly how to put my progression on to paper. She was honest yet caring in how she delivered feedback. Quickly delivered multiple rounds of feedback on essays, even in inconvenient times. The mock interview was also very helpful as it prepared me for all sorts of behavioral questions you don't see in regular job interviews and made me think about my answers before going in to interviews. Would recommend Emily to anyone I knew going through the process.

From my first meeting with Geri, she was so kind, approachable, knowledgeable, and supportive. Geri really took the time to listen to what I wanted out of my deferred MBA process, and she set up a clear path for me to succeed in my applications. With Geri's help, I was able to craft compelling essays that felt genuine and thoughtful, which I wouldn't have been able to do alone. Geri was beyond patient for the five months we worked together, and she knows so much about every M7 school. Geri not only helped me get into one of my top choice schools, but she helped me learn so many valuable lessons about myself. Geri turned an incredibly intimidating, arduous process into a navigable, stress-free endeavor. I would recommend Geri every single time for anyone!!!

Brennen is sharp and incredibly talented in his craft of storytelling, with a wealth of experience and knowledge in MBA applications and interviews. Working with Brennen gave me clarity on my story and confidence in my voice, to create a crisp and convincing application. It is rare to find people who are deeply invested in your success and your story, and Brennen is truly one such rare gem. Thanks to him, I secured admission to deferred MBA programs at HBS and Sloan and recommend him to the highest degree!