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Got into HBS with Geri's interview prep help! She's great at giving mocks and offering feedback on the spot.

I was looking for an MBA coach who could gracefully guide me through the MBA application process with integrity. I wanted someone who would be 100% invested in me, and tried their best to grasp what it meant to be a first generation low income applicant and Asian American. I knew I’d benefit from essay guidance the most. I chose Dione because she is a Stanford GSB alumna and an expert on the 5 schools I targeted: Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, Columbia, Yale. After the first meeting, I knew she was the perfect fit: she was incredibly structured, articulate, knowledgeable, strategic, and caring. What I found most helpful was her essay support and career vision. She is very responsive and offers short turnaround times, and knew exactly where I needed steering. She wasn’t just my consultant, but a mentor and friend. Dione is the perfect coach—without her, I wouldn’t have applied to my 5 business schools in time. She continued to motivate me and inspire me throughout our journey together. Dione is extremely empathetic and will take great measures to fully understand your story inside and out, and work with your schedule. Thanks to Dione’s unwavering support, I received a full ride from Yale SOM (full tuition covered as a Yale Aspire Fellow), and a $100,000 scholarship from Columbia Business School. I was interviewed at Wharton (and subsequently waitlisted), but didn’t hear back from Stanford GSB. Ultimately, I got into my #1 dream school, Harvard Business School. Trust me, Dione is the BEST coach on this platform for holistic essay, interview, career vision, and application strategy.

I was so lucky to have met Lucas, who helped me with my HBS essays, ultimately enabling me to earn admission into HBS. I have an untraditional background and didn't know how to tackle the HBS essays at the beginning. Lucas was very insightful in the process, and his general style was encouraging and understanding. Lucas was very detail-oriented but also able to see the big picture of the whole application process. I have really enjoyed working with Lucas! Highly recommend to all.

Charlotte's bottoms approach was key for me getting acceptances into Duke Fuqua, known for their non traditional essay topics. Understanding goals from a core level are imperative for these type of essays and also carried over to all the other essays that I drafted. Eventually got accepted to both Duke and Kellogg, with Charlotte being a top voice in my essays

Chirag has been an integral part of my successful MBA journey. He is incredibly insightful, strategic, and knowledgeable. Having worked with him through many iterations, he helped me bring out my strengths, sharpen my narrative, and elevate my language to the next level. His support was not only exceptional but also affordable—making it a great value, especially for international applicants who are budget-conscious but still want strategic guidance and responsive feedback. I highly recommend Chirag to anyone looking for high-quality, personalized essay support without breaking the bank.

Alsey helped to build my confidence in ways I wasn't expecting. I began the process with a heavy helping of imposter syndrome and self-doubt; reflecting today, it feels like my confidence has taken a full 180. I owe so much of this to Alsey's calm but confident demeanor, and belief in me. I would leave our calls feeling less anxious and far more assured of myself. I especially admired how she cut through the noise—when I was overwhelmed, she knew how to focus on what truly mattered while keeping the conversation honest and realistic. I could text her about anything from the minutia of an application question to my thought process as I weighed pros and cons from visiting weekends. She was the perfect sounding board with personal and professional insights that provided me with clarity and direction, while keeping me grounded to my values. 5 stars all the way!

Working with Tim has been transformative. If you desire admission to an M7 or T20 MBA program, Tim's deep expertise and sensitivity to nuance will leave you feeling as I do: my success is a shared success because I could not have done it without him and I owe a huge debt of gratitude to Tim's remarkable coaching. Why is Tim one of the best in the business? 1. Tim has a wealth of knowledge and experience as to what each school is looking for. He will help you shape your personal story with the level of nuance necessary to give you the best chance of success at each program. 2. Tim is a consummate professional: he has incredibly sharp editing skills when it comes to nailing your essays; he is very responsive should you need to discuss concerns; and he is understanding and supportive of your individual circumstances. 3. For those with a non-traditional, non-business, or military background, Tim can and will help you find your unique voice and story such that you stand the greatest chance of admission. I worked with Tim directly on 5 schools. I gained admission to 4 (including 2 M7). Concurrently, I took what I learned from our work together and submitted 7 additional applications on my own, gaining admission to 5 additional T10, T15 or T20 programs. Any success I achieved is due, in large part, to Tim's expert knowledge and first-rate coaching (including rock-solid interview prep). Working with Tim will be one of the best decisions you make.

Coming from a non-target school and an unconventional career path, I knew that pivoting my career through an MBA would be a challenge. I had limited time—just about two months—to prepare for the GMAT and complete my application while juggling a full-time job. The process was overwhelming and filled with uncertainty. But working with Dione made all the difference. Her honest feedback, strategic insight, and constant encouragement helped me stay focused and confident. One of the most valuable things she did was help me map out my career vision early in the process. That clarity became the foundation for my entire application—from the essays to the interviews—and gave me a compelling story to tell. Thanks to her guidance, I was admitted to two strong Top-20 MBA programs, and I’m thrilled with the outcome. If you’re feeling discouraged because your background isn’t traditional or your path hasn’t been perfect, don’t give up. With the right coaching and a clear sense of purpose, you absolutely can make it happen.

Kerry does a phenomenal job learning everything about your story then helps you synthesize and highlight key elements that resonate with what each program is looking for. She will be an honest thought partner, pushing you to refine when she thinks you can do better while keeping you motivated and enthusiastic throughout the process. She draws on her vast knowledge and coveted expertise from being on admissions to give you insights you cannot find elsewhere. Absolutely worth it working with her!

Debby has helped me through every step of the admissions process, from picking schools to apply to, numerous rounds of essay edits, and even picking my references. I was completely lost as to where to even begin the process but she helped me stay organized and on track. She's always incredibly kind and encouraging, which I'm so appreciative of. Her responses to my numerous questions were always very timely and knowledgeable. I couldn't recommend her more, she helped me get into my top choice at NYU!