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Alex was an exceptional MBA coach and a key part of my admissions journey. She was always punctual, well-organized, and brought structure to every step of the process. What stood out most was her responsiveness—she was consistently available throughout the week to answer questions and provide thoughtful, timely feedback. Her guidance helped me shape strong, authentic essays and stay on track with deadlines. I’m grateful for her support and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, and reliable admissions coach.

Working with Victoria for my dMBA process was by far THE BEST decision I have ever made. I came into this process with ZERO ideas of what to write about, a half-baked understanding of the process, and a below median GMAT score (which I applied with). In just four sessions, Victoria SINGLE-HANDEDLY transformed my chances of admission. Victoria is unbelievably talented as a writer, and, most importantly, she is a PHENOMENAL storyteller and can help you not only figure out what to write about, but also tell it in a way that’s authentic, compelling, and real. Even before I got in, I was telling ALL of my friends about Victoria and how they NEEDED to work with her for all of their grad school apps. I am still amazed by how genuinely talented Victoria is. She has such a tremendous gift, and I am beyond grateful she chose to share it with me. From everything from ideation to mock interviews, Victoria was a game changer. If you work with Victoria, you will be glad you did! There is no better and (more importantly) no one more caring.

I worked with a few different coaches at various points in my MBA application journey, and Greg was without a doubt the best. Before working with Greg, I did not really understand how there could be such a big pricing or quality difference between coaches. After working with Greg, the difference in quality is clear. You simply cannot compare the level of nuance, experience, and school-specific expertise of someone (Greg) who has done this thousands of times for hundreds of applicants to a coach who has only applied on their own, helped a few clients, or does this on the side. It becomes evident as soon as you speak with him. I am an older applicant from South America who had targeted mostly T30 schools in Round 1. Thanks to Greg’s guidance, I was admitted to Berkeley-Haas and even waitlisted at Stanford in Round 2—a dream result and massive upgrades for me coming out of Round 1. I truly believe I couldn’t have done it without him. (I am still on the waitlist at Stanford, trying to increase my GRE score, and holding out hope!) Beyond his professionalism and expertise, Greg brought a level of dedication that is incredibly rare. He genuinely cares. You’re not just a client—you’re someone he’s fully invested in. It felt like he owned the mission of getting me admitted. When I succeeded, it felt like we succeeded. And had I not, I know he would’ve felt the pain just as strongly. That level of emotional investment is rare and deeply motivating. On top of that, Greg is unbelievably proactive. He was always a step ahead, sending me exactly what I needed to do next—even things I didn’t know I should be doing to maximize my chances. From little things like finding the right ways to engage with club members to crafting a thoughtful post-interview thank-you email to so much more, he knew it all and made sure I was on top of every detail. Greg isn’t doing this on the side—he’s a true professional. Coaching is his craft, and it shows in everything he does. He’s full-throttle, forward-thinking, and the most committed coach I’ve encountered. If you're serious about getting into a top MBA program and want someone who will coach you like your success is his own—work with Greg. Best coach I’ve ever had. Hands down.​

I hired Jake to help with my essays after procrastinating and finding myself under the gun for R2 and it was the best decision I could have made. He made time for me despite my hectic schedule (even during the holidays), and his feedback was always honest, creative, and incredibly thorough. I genuinely felt like he was invested in my success.

Saleem is an exceptional coach who delivers outstanding results. His deep expertise and years of experience shine through in every session, yet he maintains remarkable flexibility and responsiveness to his clients' needs. What truly sets Saleem apart is his brilliant strategic mind – he provides razor-sharp insights and tailored advice that directly contributed to me securing my offer. I couldn't have done it without his guidance!

Machmud helped immensely in simplifying the law school admissions process. I had no idea where to begin with my essays, but he broke the entire ideation and execution into manageable chunks. He’s a really supportive person and is super easy to talk to. Would highly recommend!!

Working with Alsey was the best part of my HBS MBA application journey. She brought deep expertise to every step of the process, from helping me craft a compelling overall strategy and narrative to tirelessly editing my essays, conducting the most insightful mock interview / debrief, and offering support for everything in between. Her ability to elevate my writing was incredible. She ensured every sentence was clear, purposeful, and aligned with my story, always pushing for clarity, eloquence, and impact. Beyond her technical skills, Alsey was a constant source of encouragement. She made me feel confident and supported throughout and genuinely believed in my potential. Thank you, Alsey. Because of your guidance, I’ll be attending HBS this fall!

I worked with Machmud throughout the entire 24-25 law school application cycle and the experience exceeded all of my expectations. Machmud is not only extremely knowledgeable and professional, he is a truly wonderful person who was a joy to work with. He provided complete application support, from talking through ideas, editing my application materials, helping me prepare for admissions interviews, and just generally being an incredible resource. I cannot imagine what my law school application experience (and results) would have looked like without him, and would highly, highly recommend working with him to anyone who has the opportunity to do so.

Stone was the best coach I had during my MBA process. He helped me with interviews and waitlist strategy for Stanford GSB, Yale, and Berkeley Haas, and honestly, his support made a huge difference. He did the most complete and insightful analysis of my application. As a former GSB student, he knows exactly how these schools think. But what I appreciated most was how he helped me go deeper into the meaning of what I was saying—not just fixing words, but really improving the message. Thanks to him, I arrived at my interviews with answers that were clear, structured, and straight to the point. He helped me cut all the noise and focus on what really matters. It felt like I had practiced those interviews 50 times, but still sounded natural. Also, he was always there. Flexible with his time, adapting to every deadline. And always one step ahead—telling me what I needed to do next, even things I didn’t know were part of the process. From sending thank-you notes to reaching out to club members, he had it all covered. You can tell this is not something he does on the side—he’s fully committed, and you feel it. Once you start working with him, it’s like your success becomes personal to him too. If you're aiming for a top MBA, I can't recommend Stone enough.

Priyanka is AMAZING. She's very knowledgeable, improved my essays a lot, and gave excellent advice for interviews. She knows exactly what top MBAs are looking for and how to craft an attractive profile. I already got accepted into the first Top 15 European MBA I applied to, and I'm waiting for an answer on other Top MBAs. Highly recommend Priyanka.