28,622Leland Reviews

Betsy was phenomenal throughout the application process – guiding me through the maze of drafting essays, approaching recommenders, and tackling interviews. She had an intimate knowledge of what each school was looking for and was invaluable in helping me to distill my story. Having worked in the finance industry herself, she helped me to interpret some of my own wins in a way that gave good color, context, and helped me to stand out – ultimately, Betsy helped me to get into Sloan, and all the way onto the HBS waitlist. Betsy is also super-fun to work with and we had a lot of laughs about things other than my poor writing – I dare say she made the application process even enjoyable…a big surprise compared to the stress and anxiety I was anticipating! Even after getting admitted, we regularly keep in touch to discuss the latest books loaded up on our Kindles or our latest travels to faraway destinations. With Betsy, not only will you get her sage advice, but you will get an invaluable relationship that you treasure. I have already recommended Betsy to a number of my friends that are applying!

Being accepted to Stanford GSB was a dream come true and I am truly grateful for Betsy’s help. I could not have done it without her help. Betsy ensured that I put my best foot forward on all my applications and de-mystified the MBA application process with insights from her over a decade of experience. As an Ivy League graduate working in finance, I worried that my application would not stand out. We both agreed that my authenticity was the biggest differentiator. Betsy helped me highlight my personality and it worked! In addition, I had a complicated set of jobs and professional experiences, and Betsy was instrumental in helping me make them universally understandable. One of the things I appreciated most about working with Betsy was her candor. We did not always agree but that was a good thing. She pushed me to refine my thinking and clearly articulate my views. My interactions with Betsy did not stop once my applications were submitted. She checked in regularly to discuss interviews and admissions decisions and to just catch up personally. The time she spent “off the clock” was not necessary but always appreciated. I highly recommend Betsy to anyone applying to business school!

Betsy was an absolute pleasure to work with, and she really enhanced my application and gave me all the tools I needed to succeed and get in where I wanted. Totally worth the investment and so valuable.

I had the most amazing experience working with Betsy – she was so thoughtful throughout the entire process and provided incredible support across all aspects of the application (crafting a story, updating my CV, improving my essays, and interview prep)! Without her guidance, I would not have applied to the Lauder Institute at Wharton, but I am so glad that I did as it has been the perfect program for me. Working with her brought out the best of me in my applications, and she was also an absolute blast to work with and made the application process as painless as possible. I highly recommend working with her, as I don’t think there is anyone else out there who is as committed to getting to know each applicant at such a personal level. Betsy has a deep understanding of what each school is looking for and worked with me to tailor my approach for each school, helping me get into Lauder/Wharton and Sloan, as well as get an interview at HBS. Do yourself a favor and work with Betsy!

Betsy utilized an intensive approach to get to know me as an applicant, and as a person. Her unique way of squeezing out my best stories and sides in my writing and application was critical in getting accepted to CBS. For reference, her hands were tied as I applied with a 2.91 GPA and a 328 GRE / 710 GMAT. Also as a white male, these were not impressive stats. I was also unique in that I was a reapplicant, and worked with Betsy both years. I only applied M7 and was determined to get there, Betsy helped me every step of the way and as I said previously, she illuminated parts about myself that I could not have organically gravitated toward while crafting my applications. All of this also while being humorous, blunt when needed, and a joy to work with. I think what sets Betsy apart is that she understands a lot about the military(military officer candidate here), and this really is hard to find. She understands the org structure of the military to really help you out and was very open to learning about my niche job. I would recommend her to anyone looking to maximize their chances of a great school, and her price was half as much as my friend paid for his consultant.

Betsy and I only had a one-hour brainstorming session, and it was a very productive conversation to help me identify my edge in leadership, especially in a way that differentiates me from others! Betsy is also always happy to help in all aspects, including connecting me with alums! :) Betsy is also great at boosting confidence for you - which is a necessity during the stressful application period.

Betsy is amazing, and her method works (trust the process!). From day one, Betsy takes the time to get to know who you are and the best way to represent YOU. Her efforts helped me get into Wharton and I could not have done it without her. “People often think they’re much less interesting than they really are, but the things they DO think are interesting about themselves…are usually not the most interesting things about them.” – Betsy Even after I got in, we have stayed in touch and she remains an awesome resource. Putting me in touch with current students / new admits, guiding me as I decided between schools, and even turning me on to various programs within the schools–Betsy is truly the full package. The experience of working with Betsy was a 10/10, she is so positive, caring, and an absolute pleasure to talk to every time. Highly, highly recommend!

Betsy is the best MBA admissions consultant on the market. With her help, I got into Harvard, Stanford, Wharton (with $), Tuck (with $), and Booth. Anyone can help edit essays and spice up a resume – Betsy knows how to pull your story out of you and tell it in an incredibly fresh and interesting way that appeals to the most selective adcoms. Not only is she absolutely incredible in helping you find your story, she goes above and beyond at every step of the application. She connected me with incredibly interesting students and alumni at every school I applied to, understood my non-traditional military background, and gave me incredible post-acceptance support to help me decide which program to select. Most importantly, Betsy makes the process fun. You will spend a LOT of time with your admissions consultant – Betsy is an incredible human who will make the process enjoyable. I didn’t have a single interaction with her where I didn’t laugh. Finding and telling your story is a vulnerable experience – Betsy is THE person you want to go through this process with.

Betsy is an absolute star. She is so thoughtful in her approach, really helping to pull together your unique story and tailor it to individual schools. I came to her just a few weeks before the HBS deadline and the impact she had on the quality of my essays was astounding (don't leave it this late to contact her - I only snuck in because she had a drop out). I only applied to one course, an MS/MBA joint degree at Harvard, so a 100% acceptance rate, all thanks to Betsy!

It’s challenging to put into words how much of an asset Betsy is during the MBA admissions process. I received interviews at every school I applied to, and ultimately decided to attend HBS, though I received scholarships at other M7 schools. The best part of working with Betsy is that she finds the perfect balance of being your cheerleader, supporting you during the grueling application and interview process, while also pushing you to be the best that you can be. Betsy is not afraid to challenge you, nudge you in a different direction, or help you refine your thinking to put your best foot forward. Coming from a consulting background, Betsy was incredibly helpful in identifying the pieces of my work experience that would stand out from other consultants. Not only did Betsy work with me through multiple brainstorming sessions to tease out the best aspects of myself to highlight in my essays, but she was also super helpful identifying work/volunteer experiences that would not differentiate myself, and would just take up precious words in my essays. Her knowledge from seeing so many applications was invaluable in knowing what would truly stand out vs. fade into the background. Another key perk of working with Betsy is that she surrounds herself with incredibly smart and helpful people, so you get the benefit of expertise from a variety of perspectives. Betsy also goes beyond just editing your resume and essays, she truly invests in you as a human being. She supports you throughout the interview process, connects you to alumni when making decisions, and schedules happy hours to remain in touch. Please do yourself a favor and work with Betsy; it is the best investment you can make!