28,622Leland Reviews

Alex is fantastic. Even after doing my own research, it was difficult to know where to begin. Alex helped me get everything on the table so that I could start constructing my story for the AdComs. He was extremely helpful in establishing a timeline to keep me on track and accountable. He’s also extremely familiar with how the AdCom of each school thinks and what they’re looking for, which helped me to uniquely tailor my essays for each school. He was a great sounding board for ideas as I was starting to write my essays, and helped tremendously as I sharpened and refined the final product. By the end, the quality of my application was far beyond what I would have been capable of producing alone.

Allie helped me with my MBA application process. I was amazed by the deep knowledge and expertise she had towards different schools and applications. I have a rather untraditional background and Allie helped me tremendously with crafting the stories and tweaking them so they are tailored to each school. Also, English was not my first language, so Allie also helped me to polish the essays so they came out elegantly and to the highest standard. 100% recommend Allie to anyone who is considering an mba program and not sure where to start with their applications!

It is difficult for me to imagine what the state of my applications would be without the help of Alex. Alex was most beneficial in the most important aspect of the application, crafting the story. Alex was collaborative in brainstorming sessions and provided objective and necessary feedback, continuing the discussion until we both felt confident. Alex’s feedback on essay drafts was also very constructive. Again, necessary in order to ensure an encompassing message was being told within the character limits. I applied to a large number of schools and Alex’s organized and strategic mindset helped us meticulously work through each application and ensure we were tracking to meet deadlines. When interviews came around, Alex provided me with a scouting report for each school and conducted mock interviews which helped me come relaxed and prepared on the day of the interviews. I would highly recommend Alex to anyone applying to MBA schools as he is extremely knowledgeable of the application process, especially when it comes to tailoring essays to different schools/audiences, and he is a “straight shooter” that will be honest and upfront because he knows what is needed for success in this process. Thanks, Alex!

I couldn't have asked for a better MBA consultant. Alex is one of the most professional individuals I have the pleasure of working with over my 12-year career. He was personally invested through the whole process and brought his considerable skills and expertise in each step of the application. His partnership helped to showcase my accomplishments and my personal story to its fullest. Even then, just by working with him, I was able to improve on my personal communication skills and bring that back to how I communicate at work and at a personal level. Alex was a partner whom I could completely trust and rely on throughout the application process. He was responsive and would usually reply within a few hours. He worked with me on the deadlines and was available whenever I needed him. He added a personal touch as well, checking in on me and my recovery when I fell sick during the application process. Thinking back, I’m just floored by the level of effort and passion he brought in every stage of the application. Based on his dedication, I know it is not just a job to him, but a role where he is personally invested to help you achieve your goals. Alex is someone whom I am honored to partner with and hope to continue a friendship with even after my application process. I applied to the Stanford GSB MSx program and it was a moonshot for me given how challenging it is to enter the program and how I had only three weeks to prepare the application, obtain letters of recommendations and study for the GRE. Yet, with Alex's help, I was able to overcome all these and obtain an admissions offer from the Stanford GSB. Thank you, Alex!

In every application, it seems the most important section is the written portion, which often feels overwhelmingly subjective. But after Susie's coaching and my acceptance to BYU and Oxford's study abroad program, it is clear that she has found exactly what admissions committees are looking for. Our efficient sessions included brainstorming, reworking and fine tuning material, and understanding the writing process at a foundational level. Susie has a gift for letting the student lead the writing process while still being a masterful guide. After meeting with her, I feel more confident and more independent in my writing. I would recommend her without reservation.

Just received an offer from Kellogg! I simply can’t wait to share how much I appreciate the support from Alex! Alex is a strategic, organized and super responsive mentor. Working with him has been more than pleasant and beneficial. He guided me to set up the overall game plan and timeline, provided insider prospectives on my profile, and most importantly, helped me stand out among other candidates of some extremely competitive programs. His vast experience with past cases over the years also gave me unique angles to view certain challenges, and he went beyond expectation to answer all of my questions. Needless to mention, Alex has amazing editing skills and did a fantastic job translating my engineering achievements into the language of business. Overall, I would highly recommend Alex!

I worked with Karla as my admissions consultant for my application to joint MBA and MPP programs and gained admission to Wharton for my MBA and Harvard Kennedy for my MPP! As a BIPOC applicant with international experience, I was particularly impressed by Karla's deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities that I faced in the admissions process. One of the standout features of Karla's approach was her strong focus on essay strategy. She helped me craft compelling, authentic essays that really conveyed my strengths and experiences in a way that resonated with the admissions committees. Thanks to Karla's guidance and support, I was accepted into my top choice programs. I highly recommend her services to any joint/concurrent MBA/MPP applicants, especially BIPOC applicants looking for a knowledgeable and strategic advocate in the admissions process.

My son and I understood how important essays were for his chances of acceptance to BYU because they’re weighted so heavily by admissions. Given the numerous essays, along with their 1500 character counts, we didn't know where to start: which stories to share, what points to make, how to tie things together, etc. In short, we were overwhelmed and stuck doing nothing until we found Susie. Susie was fantastic - her skills are tremendous and her essay planning templates and outlines stellar. She truly made every word he wrote count! Regardless of the outcome of my son's application, I will NEVER regret hiring Susie to coach my son. It was an investment in his future.

There has been and still is a whole lot of gratitude at our house for you! My husband and I are not great at writing and we weren't sure what BYU is looking for. Our daughter said that getting your help was the best thing we could have done to help her.

Good communication, friendly environment on calls, and excellent feedback on my essays. Highly recommend!