Mentees in last 2 years were accepted by GSB and Wharton. Hyper-focused on actively listening and asking the right questions to understand your unique journey so we could craft your story in an impactful, personal way

- Princeton BA - Wharton MBA with other M7 admits - 10+ years of admissions counseling experience. My passion is to help applicants showcase the best of themselves with specific focus on the admissions essay.

I'm Shruti, an experienced coach with a passion for helping individuals accelerate their careers in the business world. With a background in life sciences and business development, I bring a unique perspective to the application process. As an MBA myself, I understand the distinctive things schools look for when screening applications. At Haas, I served on the admissions committee and continue to do interviews for full time applicants to this day. Over the past few years, I have successfully coached several individuals, guiding them through the MBA admissions journey and helping them secure spots at top-tier programs. My expertise lies in crafting compelling application strategies, refining essays, and preparing for interviews. If you're ready to take the next step towards your MBA dreams, let's connect and create a personalized plan for your success.

I recently graduated with MBA from INSEAD. I was invited for the interviews from INSEAD and HBS despite being in an over-represented demographic. As a non-traditional applicant myself, I completely understand your weaknesses and strengths. I found it essential and extremely helpful to get relevant feedback from experts while building a strong narrative in an extremely competitive pool. And I would like to give back to prospective students who are in my shoes to share my experiences and lessons learnt, and provide the right guidance for you to succeed. As a coach, I will help you to reflect your true personality and character as authentically as possible while crafting a strong foundation for your essays and overall application strategy. I not only help my clients coach on applications and school selection but also keep in touch with them through their journey of completing their MBA, help make right career decisions, and share my life experiences with them. With prior clients I have typically focused on: - Writing a standout essay that reflects your personality as a whole considering with what the school is looking for - Adapting your resume to the appropriate MBA school audience - Choosing the right references and how to initiate conversation with them for strong references

I'm great at helping you convey your stories with clarity, and getting your word count down to your essay's limit with flair. I've helped several folks get into M7 and beyond programs by helping them tie their experiences to their business school goals.

Experience applying as a dual-degree candidate; healthcare; VC; first-gen; underrepresented

When preparing for my MBA interviews, I trained rigorously with many former AdComs, students, and admits. During this time frame I realized that the key to nailing MBA interviews is rooted in being able to articulate the lessons you learned from your experiences in addition to highlighting the unique traits about yourself that convey your potential to be a successful student and leader. Reach out to learn how to articulate stories in a compelling way!

I have recently gone through the MBA admission process and have helped numerous folks get into M5 programs. I have a passion for coaching and helping others and hope I can share my insights with you.

Applying for an MBA can feel overwhelming, but it’s also an incredible opportunity to reflect on your career, values, and long-term goals. With my own experience successfully navigating the application process and supporting peers with essays, resumes, and interview prep, I’m here to make your journey both manageable and empowering. As a seasoned writing advisor, editor, and public speaking coach, I offer personalized guidance at every step—from brainstorming essay ideas to refining your interview responses. Whether you're just getting started or perfecting your final details, I’m here to help you present your best self confidently and authentically. A little more background on me: I graduated as Valedictorian from Middlebury College, where I majored in Economics. I then started my career in management consulting at The Bridgespan Group ( a nonprofit spin out of Bain Consulting), and then moved on to a Strategy & Ops role at Nurx, a women's health startup. I am currently in my final year of the Joint Degree Program between the Harvard Kennedy School of Government and the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth. During my degree, I have served as a teaching assistant and tutor at both Harvard and Dartmouth.

I'm a member of the Stanford GSB Class of 2026 and pulled my application together as a non-traditional applicant in a month! I culled through every piece of MBA admissions info available online and on Leland and feel passionate about getting applicants from underrepresented backgrounds through the door at top schools.