28,501Leland Reviews

Many are familiar with the famous Robert Frost poem the Road Not Taken - which highlights how hindsight, perspective and memories shape the choices and decisions one makes in life. I will argue that while some decisions are so small we do not think about them at all, other choices may feel so large that making a decision all but seems impossible -- and so more often than not we stay the course even if the course means settling, feeling stagnant. For me, one of these monumental choices was deciding which job to take when I was fortunate enough to be presented with two job offers in the same week. While I talked through the options with my partner and friends, I was torn... I felt like I could not make a good decision but yet I could not make a bad decision either.. and so I thought it would be beneficial to discuss with Jessca, given her perspective and prior experience in the corporate setting. In the pre-session prep I shared with Jessica about each job offer -- and what excited me about each. I shared that I had been on this journey for the better part of 9 months...and that I was unsure which "road" I should take. After I had finished sharing about each job opportunity, I fully expected Jessica to offer her opinion on which job I should take based on a set of criteria. Rather than offering me a solution, Jessica offered me a series of questions to help me re-assess how I was thinking about each "road". She helped me understand that my most recent experience (a job I had taken on a leap of faith that had not panned out as I had hoped) was clouding my ability to think rationally about my new options. She also helped me understand what aspects of each job motivated and excited me vs. scared and constrained me. As a result of asking these questions and helping me dig deeper into what I was truly feeling and thinking she helped me then come up with a framework for how to choose between my options. Once we did this, the answer was so clear. It would have been very easy for Jessica to have said.. "take job B". This is the type of role you have been looking for from the start. But she didn't, rather she was able to hear the uncertainty and concern about my "dream role" and in doing so empowered me to figure out how to make the decision (and feel good about it). In doing so she helped me re-frame the decisions I was making and helped equip me with a new tool-kit to use to better understand my goals and values! I look forward to using this new skill set in the weeks, months and years to come, and will definitely be seeking her career guidance in the future!

Working with my MBA admissions coach, Melanie, was an absolute game-changer for my Stanford Business School application. In just one hour, she transformed my approach and set me on a path to success. Her strategic insights were like a roadmap, helping me create a well-structured work plan and a realistic timeline that will keep me on track. Melanie's guidance didn't stop there. She delved into my application essays with precision, providing feedback that elevated my storytelling and made my achievements truly shine. Her deep understanding of the admissions process, coupled with her keen communication and writing skill, made the experience invaluable. I wholeheartedly recommend Melanie to anyone embarking on the MBA admissions journey.

Matt's time and assistance was well worth my time and money.

Fiona Tang's expertise in MBA coaching is truly remarkable, and I owe my admission to Wharton with a substantial fellowship to her guidance. The return on investment from her coaching is easily 10 times what I initially put in. What sets Fiona apart is her exceptional ability to genuinely listen to my individual experiences and then delve deep into my stories. Her approach to tailoring essays for each school is nothing short of impressive. Fiona's skills are unparalleled if you're aiming for a prestigious MBA program and aiming to differentiate yourself through your application essays. Her insights into what admissions committees are seeking and her talent for refining essays make her an invaluable asset. Without a doubt, Fiona Tang is a top-tier coach who yields remarkable results.

It was a pleasure working with Ben, really appreciated his guidance. He was really willing to dig into the content, and meaningfully improved my essays. Based on his feedback, it was clear that Ben is not only an expert writer, but also has great perspective around the B-school application process as a whole. Thanks Ben!

Admission strategy: Fiona was able to help me think through my application plan - which schools to apply to, how many to apply and which rounds based on my timeline and background. That planning upfront helped save me tons of research time and efforts later on. Essay and recommendation letters: Fiona helped me brainstorm the storyline for each essay, particularly helped me build depth to the story I want to tell. She also guided me through the process of selecting the recommender and how to strategize that. Overall, great experience and would definitely recommend!

Andrew has been extremely helpful in explaining the Wharton and Lauder process. He's an absolute rockstar in terms of understanding the Wharton process and truly is very helpful in guiding you through understanding what adcoms are directly looking for. Thanks again Andrew!

Ben gave amazing insight into the Stanford GSB What Matters Most essay. The ways to structure it are now so much clearer.

Drake was instrumental in my success getting into my desired MBA program. He exhibited patience and thoughtfulness second to none. His willingness and vocational level of guidance provided the necessary framework that allowed me to put forth my best applications. From school selection, to résumé reviews, to mock interviews, Drake was with me every step of the way. Thank you so much!

Brent helped me think through my resume, recommendation strategy, and essay structure. Brent was complimentary, yet reviewed everything with a critical eye and left me with detailed notes for review. I would recommend Brent to anyone going through the MBA process.