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I wanted to go to business school, but had significant weaknesses in my application and was applying from a really competitive pool. Even though I had a plan on how I could address these weaknesses, I didn't have clarity on how I could position myself in my essays. Andy was pivotal in guiding me through the application process and helping me formulate a strategy that addressed my weaknesses and differentiated me from the rest of the pool at the same time. His passion, dedication, and openness was apparent from our first call and I had no doubt in my mind that we could work together on this. He helped my build upon my strengths and really showcase them in a clear, consistent manner. Prompt responses to draft versions, flexible schedule, late night conversations, and honest feedback were some of the characteristics of Andy's work ethic that made it possible for me gain admission on my first try to Johnson. However, the most crucial strength that Andy has is his demeanor. He realizes how grueling the admissions process is and that most of the applicants are juggling work and other tasks while applying. He managed to be open and honest in his feedback, yet keep my spirits up. And that made all the difference! Andy stuck with me throughout the application process and provided critical feedback/guidance when I was waitlisted. I can't thank him enough for his help and I am absolutely stoked that I'll be joining Johnson in the fall!

I have known Jineet for many years, first in a professional capacity, and then during my MBA application process. He has been an extremely kind, helpful, and effective mentor and coach through all of my experiences with him. I wasn't sure if an MBA was right for me, but after several productive conversations with Jineet, I decided to apply to Kellogg's 1Y program, which he helped me to realize made the most sense for me given where I was in my career. He gave me tons of useful information about the program's pros and cons, Kellogg's broader culture, and the application process itself; all of these things fed directly into my application, which was ultimately successful. When it came time for my interview, Jineet invested in making sure I was set up for success by answering numerous questions I had about the process and giving me personalized tips about how best to approach the interview. Overall, I would recommend Jineet to anybody looking to get a leg up in the highly competitive and often stressful MBA admissions process, especially if they are interested in Kellogg.

Elijah is an amazing coach! He really takes the time to know you and understand your application. Then, he teaches you the best way to present your unique story in order to showcase your strengths. I was really nervous going into medical school interviews because I just wasn't sure what the best way to answers their questions would be. Elijah was extremely knowledgable and has really good tips that helped me overcome my weaknesses when interviewing. Through his coaching I went into interview day relaxed and confident. I did well in my interviews and was accepted to medical school! Such a dream come true :) Having Elijah as my coach really helped me feel polished and prepared and I would recommend him to everyone !!

Received an admissions offer from GSB/HBS, as well as MIT. Alex was fantastic in helping me navigate the entire process. I can’t thank him enough. It’s very difficult to know where to begin when starting the MBA application process. Alex was great at helping me figure out how to weave together my (very) non-traditional experiences and develop a compelling narrative. Alex spent a significant amount of 1-on-1 time helping me with my applications. Alex is highly dedicated. He answered all my (sometimes anxiety-driven) questions on calls, and even took the time to set up an additional reviewer to provide some additional insights and feedback for my final GSB essay. Overall, Alex is a consummate professional, as well as a great strategic advisor, partner, mentor, and friend in the (often stressful) admissions process. I highly recommend Alex and could not have gotten into GSB or HBS without his help. Alex is an amazing consultant, and truly changed my life.

Elijah helped me to hone in on the elements of my experiences that most illustrated my strengths and value as a future physician! I'm so grateful for his edits and perspective on my application, which helped me to get more than 20 med school interviews. He also prepared a lot of mock-interviews, which was so helpful to me in being able to identify my interviewing strengths and weaknesses. I now have multiple acceptances to top 20 med schools (and its still early in the cycle), and I credit a lot of that success to our preparation together! 10/10 would recommend Elijah to anyone looking to have success in getting accepted to medical school!

The MBA application process - with the help of my excellent consultant Andy Pelletier - was incredibly revealing and rewarding in terms of self-discovery - regardless of the school I ended up choosing. With Andy's probing, pushing, and constructive criticizing, I learned so much about myself and the person I want to become - which not only helps me personally define my goals and a pathway to get there, but also helped immensely with crafting my applications. Andy was attentive and timely. He responded to my drafts very quickly. His advice was effective & efficient - he always started high level with what messages/themes are most valuable to get across to AdCom, then dove deeper to help me organize my thoughts around that central message. I am on the young end of the MBA spectrum, so I wasn't really sure if an acceptance anywhere this year was feasible (I was half expecting to have to reapply next year). Clearly Andy's help worked, as I got into Berkeley Haas (one of my top choices!!) and received a $100k Forte Fellowship to Cornell Johnson! I am also on the waitlist at MIT Sloan, and Andy quickly and thoroughly helped me craft a campaign to improve my chances of getting in off the waitlist. Andy legitimately wants you to succeed. I would definitely recommend working with Andy Pelletier on your MBA admissions applications!

Parth did an excellent job helping me put together my law school applications. We worked together to clearly organize and edit my personal statement and various supplemental essays. He was knowledgeable about the entire law school admissions process and allowed me to feel confident submitting my applications. I would recommend Parth’s services to anyone who is looking to substantially improve their application materials and increase their chances of admission to law school.

From our initial consultation, I could tell that Pamela was a consultant that I would work with well and that I would be able to achieve my goal. Not only were my instincts right, but she was more than I could ask for. Pamela is a wealth of experience and someone that could guide me through the MBA process. She shaped her consulting approach to meet my needs and desires. Her established processes and frameworks helped me formulate and frame my experiences into a relevant personal story that would resonate with admission committees. Pamela took a conversational approach when providing honest feedback. We were able to have constructive discussions on how to create that personal story, both offering and bouncing ideas off each other. Each time we talked, I felt that her feedback always came at the right time, ranging from celebrating the small wins to pointing out areas of improvement. Obstacles came up and Pamela was able to adjust the plans with ease. Her flexibility during this process sparked confidence in myself and my abilities. Without her guidance and direction, I wouldn’t be able to say that I was admitted into Columbia, my number 1 choice. I strongly recommend anyone looking at MBA programs and a consultant to work with Pamela!

For round 1, I only applied to HBS and didn't use a consultant. I was well aware of consultants, but felt that I wanted to do the process on my own. I felt that using a consultant would make my application unauthentic. I didn't get in. For round 2, I decided that I needed the help. I did my research, was paired up with Andy, and couldn't have been happier with the outcome. I was admitted to Stanford and Wharton. Andy was incredibly helpful in crafting my story. To my surprise, my application did not lose any authenticity. In fact, I felt like Andy was able to help me better tell my own story and ultimately helped give my application depth and personality. I picked Andy because of his experience in writing and editing, and it paid off. He always gave great edits and feedback in a very timely manner. I really can't say enough positive things about Andy and the help that he gave me. He's a great guy and a great consultant. Coming from someone who consciously decided not to use a consultant for Round 1, the truth is in the facts. I was dinged on my own with HBS and was 2/2 with Andy's help.

I’m attending my dream school (MIT Sloan) on a scholarship thanks to Pamela’s support! I really appreciated how Pamela cared so much for my candidacy – going above and beyond what I would expect from my admissions consultant. Like a true mentor, she kept me on track, made me excited to receive feedback, and motivated me when I didn’t think I can do better. Pamela encouraged me to flesh out what is uniquely my story. She made sure my writing was clear for an American audience, while still retaining my own voice as an international student. In the end, I was confident and proud that I submitted the best possible version of my applications. Despite the small budget, I was working with, Pamela made sure to maximize the time we had together for as many outputs as possible. She helped me figure out which parts of my applications (and for which schools) need more support, and which ones I can polish on my own. I highly recommend working with Pamela! She will make you shine.