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I don’t know how I can thank Farrell enough: I have been admitted with a scholarship to Wharton with no GMAT! When I first start preparing my GMAT and researching business schools, I was quite confident. After completing my master’s in Aerospace Engineering, as a French student in the US, I went on to work for a top aviation company in NYC, filling a role generally reserved for engineers almost twice my age. On top of that, I had a leadership position in a non-profit organization. Quite a rare profile in this business world! Well, I could not get above 650 on the GMAT and, after calling dozens of prep coaches, none of them believed in me. They all told me that the top 10 was out of my league. I was devastated until I met Farrell. Farrell is the only one who believed in me. First, she spent hours learning about me, to make sure I chose schools that fit me, and also, where the adcom would appreciate my international background the most. Honestly, this is probably the most important part of the application process and most students neglect it. It is the step that will make your profile unique for a particular program. As you know, the process is extremely long and tiring and you will need someone you can trust to go through this with. For over 8 months (from our free consultation to interviews), Farrell was like either my mom or my bestie. She was making sure I kept myself on track and she was constantly sending me information to make sure I was choosing the right thing for me. She advised me to attend specific events, read articles or watch videos to research schools, so I could create a good fit between my qualifications and what the school valued. She literally thought about everything. Not only did Farrell support me for “deliverable” part of the application (LOR, essays, resume, etc), but she also provided me with moral support. When I was crying and wanted to give up, she comforted me and helped me focus on the next step I needed to take. I took the GMAT several times during our engagement and despite my inability achieve a competitive GMAT score, Farrell made sure I would not lose hope. If you want to have someone to support you in all the different domains, I could not recommend Farrell strongly enough. The work she delivers is for sure way more valuable than any of those companies trying to sell you a “customized application.” I honestly and sincerely don’t think that you could find someone as dedicated as Farrell, it is impossible! Farrell also knows all the “hidden tips and tricks” to make your application successful. She advised me to take the GRE, despite my reluctance, and apply to Wharton Lauder, an international joint degree program at Wharton, to increase my chances. Nothing was forgotten! Even for the interview Farrell spent several hours to coach me on my expressions, tone, hand gestures, eye contact…it was amazing! Last week, I was admitted to Wharton…I can’t believe it! After 8 months of labor, sweat, and tears…I owe everything to Farrell, and I will share this joy with her forever. Thank you Bestie! If you are afraid to jump into this, spend one or two hours with her to see what I am talking about, or you can contact me and I would be more than happy to tell you about the best of Miss Farrell.

When I was young, I spent all my free time tinkering with computers and gadgets. Fast forward twenty years later and suddenly I’m responsible for guiding a large team to achieve a high degree of customer satisfaction in many highly technical areas. Yet still, when I think of myself, I feel like the same small boy taking apart a computer. I hit a point in my career where the problems no longer were technical, and I didn’t have the tools that I needed to solve the larger strategic problems facing the company. Farrell really helped me to explore first, what did I really want out of my career; second, how do I continue to build on the foundation of the little boy taking apart computers; and third, what type of EMBA program would be right to help build my career. Farrell’s unique process starts with introspection to enable her to get to know you and for you to get to know yourself. This exploration will drive you to figure out your goals, what prevents you from pursuing those goals, and how an MBA helps further achieve those goals. Farrell really brings out what is unique about you while editing resumes and essays. She collaborates with you to review line by line each part of your resume and essays to ensure that no possible advantage is left unexplored, and each sentence has pop. Our results together speak well to Farrell’s approach. I was admitted to Wharton and Booth’s EMBA programs and received a fellowship – which is very difficult to obtain – to Wharton. Furthermore, through discussing my career goals that Farrell and I identified; I was able to chart a path at my current job which led to a promotion in leading our operations. I would not have the promotion nor the admittance without Farrell’s guidance. Executive MBA candidates have different needs as well. They are further in their career which means sifting through much more experiences to sift through in writing essays and resumes. Farrell also pinpoints how executive programs are different than traditional MBAs at each school. She had incredible guidance in exploring which programs best met my needs. Finally, Farrell has guided multiple candidates through EMBA applications and knows what each program is looking for. I’m very thankful for the time spent with Farrell through EMBA admissions. I gained a new perspective on myself and my career. I was able to see how the little boy that has been incredibly successful can continue to grow and be successful in new challenges. Farrell is incredibly pleasant to work with and I found myself joking and laughing through many of our sessions, despite the seriousness of the topic. I would recommend Farrell to anyone unsure of what they want to do and to anyone looking for help with MBA and EMBA admissions.

I worked with Arthur when I started considering applying for an MBA. He was incredibly supportive throughout the process and helped me narrow down the list of schools to focus on. Arthur's expertise made me feel prepared to take on all the requirements from each of the two schools I ended up applying to. From application essays, to recommendations and interviews, Arthur guided me and provided a very high level of service. With his help, I was able to successfully navigate the application process and got accepted into both Anderson and Sloan! I ended up attending Sloan and loved my experience. I highly recommend Arthur for any MBA admissions coaching. He is personable, empathetic and knows the ins and outs of MBA applications.

Michael was one of the most helpful and caring people during my application process. As a former Community College student, I felt comfortable working with Michael and sharing my story. Michael's experience was vital to finding and highlighting my talents and unique niche that helped differentiate my experiences from others in my essays. He shared his passion for music, which motivated me to write about my devotion and excitement for sports, which resulted in my favorite college essay.

I was nervous before meeting Michael. Mainly because he is an established Berkeley Haas student and I thought I was just a disturbance in his busy schedule. However, Michael was an amazing mentor! He made me feel welcomed the first time we met. He also gave me constructive criticism regarding my essays while still keeping the whole interaction both friendly as professional. Additionally, the insights he gave about my Haas supplemental essays are gold! He really understood what he was doing and delivered so much value to my application process. I am beyond glad to have met Michael.

Chip helped me successfully(!) navigate the Kellogg application and interview process. He’s an incredibly thoughtful mentor and coach who brought out the best in me. If you’re looking for a mentor who has a nose for authenticity and is honest yet supportive at all times, Chip is the right coach for you.

I was admitted to Stanford’s Ph.D. program in CS this year and I am honored to be counted in the 3% of admitted students. I was also admitted to my other dream schools, Yale, Penn, and Columbia. In the past year of working with Debby, I have always admired her professional answers. Every document has been revised countless times and she has been patient with my questions. The help I received from Debby was very personal. For example, in the decision to change majors, Debby helped me analyze the pros and cons of doing so, and how to accumulate related experience, and she let me know how to highlight my advantages and express myself during the application process. It played a very important role in guiding the way of thinking about my application. Thank you so much Debby!

Stanford GSB's “What matters most to you, and why?” is one of the most difficult essays I have to write for my MBA applications. After dozens of iteration, I thought I had come up with a great essay. Through friend's connection, I contacted Roy and asked him for feedback. He did not sugar coat and told me that my answer to the question was too generic and did not demonstrate why it matters most to me. It is Roy's critical feedback that led me to dive deeper and came up with an essay that got me into both Stanford and Harvard. I cannot thank him enough for his help!

Ben is a fantastic coach and I can't recommend working with him enough! I worked with Ben when I was considering whether or not to apply to an MBA program. During our sessions together, not only did he guide me in evaluating my priorities, but he also provided me with tactical feedback on how to work towards each goal. Each time I shared a roadblock, Ben helped me break it down and transform it into an opportunity. Aside from thinking through the MBA program (and as an added plus!), Ben gave me valuable feedback on how to navigate various work and personal situations. In one particular session, Ben empowered and gave me the tools to confront a coworker that I had a conflict with. Ben is very thoughtful with his advice and he genuinely takes the time to make sure the sessions are tailored to help you!

I recently worked with Debby to complete my doctoral applications, and I am so pleased with the results-an offer of admission with full funding. Initially, I had so many questions about how to find the best programs for my needs. Debby answered all of them and continued that level of support throughout the entire process. She's very flexible and easy to get a hold of. After our many conversations I realized how well connected and knowledgeable she is. My only regret is that I didn't contact her sooner! I especially appreciated her help on perfecting my personal statements, an element of the process I knew I would struggle with. If you're interested in making the most informed choices and putting your best application forward I suggest working with Debby.