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When I was fortunate enough to get my interview at HBS, I wanted to leave no doubt that I did everything I could to prepare myself to my utmost potential. And that meant working with Devi. She was able to target my weaknesses and tailor a mock interview that was indeed HARDER than the actual HBS interview such that I came away from my real interview thinking it was a cakewalk. Her post-mock feedback was invaluable and I have no doubt that working with her was what put me over the finish line. 11/10 would recommend!

Thanks to Harshad’s masterful guidance in navigating the waters of MBA applications, I achieved successes that truly would not have happened otherwise. His expert grasp of every aspect of the process, from the GMAT to applications, interviews, and beyond, gave me all of the tools and preparation I needed. This allowed me to gain admission to my dream MBA program with the best possible applicant profile I could assemble. Besides being a master of MBA applications, Harshad is also an excellent communicator and conversationalist. He’s insightful, a great listener, a candid advisor, and someone who thinks deeply about how best to position you for success. These qualities all really matter when you are spending hundreds of hours together working on something so personal. For someone who is serious about going above and beyond with their MBA applications, Harshad is your man.

Although I am not a fan of making absolute statements, I can tell you that Katy is by far the best MBA consultant you can work with. She has a truly informed perspective and “insider view” of how MBA admission committees think, is extremely generous with her time, and genuinely helped me prepare as best as I could for my interviews with both Wharton and HBS given her extensive experience. Unlike other consultants I interacted with before making a decision on who to work with, Katy’s approach felt very personalised (she was always there to calm down when I felt overwhelmed) and thorough which I really appreciated given my background from a small country such as Greece. Is it expensive? Yes. Is it worth every penny to maximise your chances of getting in? Also yes. In a journey such as this it is critical to work with someone who knows the ins-and-outs of the process. Trust me, work with Katy and you won’t regret it.

I worked with Jessica specifically to prepare for my HBS interview. We did a mock interview to start, where she expertly analyzed my strengths and weaknesses and gave me nuanced, actionable feedback on what I could improve on. After the interview, she analyzed my thoughts and topics of conversation from the interview and helped me concisely synthesize the major themes of my reflection. She also generously made herself available for many random questions and calmed my nerves on many occasions when pre-acceptance panic set in. I could not recommend Jessica highly enough! I put the utmost faith in her at every step and ended up with an HBS acceptance! I didn’t work with her for my main applications though I could only imagine how incredible they would have been had I done so.

Working with Harold Simansky on my MIT Sloan Fellows application was transformative. His insight and guidance not only bolstered my confidence but also illuminated my path to success. Harold’s expertise was invaluable, turning the daunting application process into a journey of self-discovery and achievement. His support made me genuinely believe in my potential to join the ranks of MIT Sloan Fellows. I’m immensely grateful for his dedication and highly recommend his services to anyone aiming for the pinnacle of their academic and professional ambitions.

Working with Michael was fantastic! He helped me understand the admissions process and guided me through it from start to finish. I came to him with a non-traditional background, a subpar undergrad GPA, and only a loose MBA story and he helped me shape that into a clear narrative and an acceptance to Darden (my top choice)! I can’t recommend him highly enough.

We started with a very detailed document on my background, everything from family and childhood experiences to hobbies, career experience, etc. He used this to identify the most unique and relevant parts of my background and help me tell the best version of my story possible. He had a genuine interest in understanding and helping me tell my unique story, and it was obvious all of his advice was completely personalized and not cookie cutter.

Michael always responded quickly with substantive feedback so I could be happy that my application, especially my essays and resume (which went through plenty of revisions) were the best they could be by the time I turned them in.

The MBA application process is always a lot of work, stress, and anxiety, but Michael helped me navigate that with confidence. He made sure I always knew what to expect and that I was constantly making progress even when life got busy. He helped me understand how my story fit with an MBA. If you’re prepared to put in the work, Michael will make sure that work results in the best possible version of your story. He is friendly, honest, and approachable.

I can’t imagine I would have gotten into my dream school at Darden without his help!

Harshad was a fantastic consultant as well as a supportive mentor. He helped me successfully get into every school I applied to, including my dream school where I ultimately ended up, Duke Fuqua. Harshad not only helped me craft optimized, extremely high-quality applications–he also helped me with interview prep and served as a mentor in many positive ways. Harshad helped me believe in myself and my abilities, instilling confidence that shined through in my applications and interviews. Highly recommend!

Harold is everything you want in an admissions consultant and more. He is extremely responsive, very knowledgeable on the application process for each school, honest, empathetic, provides great feedback, and clearly goes above and beyond when reviewing essays and working with you on submitting a complete application. Harold took the time to understand who I was, my family background, and my goals post MBA in order to help guide me through the application process. He would respond over the weekends, and was very aware of the deadlines I was supposed to meet. Harold was quick to applaud a well written essay, and was very honest when he thought an essay needed more work and would help me brainstorm a strategy for the next draft. I was admitted to my top choices and received a full scholarship and I can honestly say I could not have done it without Harold!

Prior to hiring Nisha, I had failed to get into any of the five schools I applied to in round one. I was referred to Nisha by a friend and she very quickly helped me redo my essays and general narrative, quickly pointing out where there was significant room or improvement.

I’m happy to say in round two, I had much greater success. I secured offers from both Chicago Booth and Columbia Business School. I’m confident that I would not have been successful had I not been willing to pivot and bring in Nisha.

Harold is an incredible! He’s extremely knowledgable about the business school process, and his expertise was practical and tailored to my specific situation, which made all the difference. Each conversation with Harold was productive and inspiring; he helped me identify my strengths and voice, and worked hand-in-hand with me to craft a unique and compelling narrative. I didn’t think this was possible before I met Harold, given that I came from an over-represented candidate group. Harold also helped me transformed my resume, put together a strong application partake, and aced the interview. He was so supportive and was always quick to answer my questions. His support made all the difference in my successful application to Columbia Business School. I’m grateful for Harold’s expertise and guidance and cannot recommend him highly enough!

Working with Devi on my b school applications was a definitive factor in my acceptance to HBS & Wharton. Devi helped highlight the best parts of me in a compelling, authentic manner, while also guiding me on where I could improve, without ever making me feel discouraged.

During interview prep, Devi advised me to postpone our first HBS prep session when she saw I wasn’t ready, focusing on how I could better prepare to make the most of our time. This approach was not just about efficiency; it was a clear indicator of her commitment to my success.

When an unexpected situation for my Wharton application arose, Devi’s efficient, insightful feedback was crucial. She helped enhance my essays and overall application under a tight time constraint.

Overall, Devi’s guidance gave me the confidence that I had put my best foot forward in my applications. I’m immensely grateful!

I had a very positive experience with Jessica! Not only was she very helpful in helping shape my applications, but she also gave me the confidence to pursue schools I wouldn’t have otherwise considered/thought I was qualified for. From day 1 she was by my side and supporting me through her coaching/feedback. Ultimately, I was accepted to all of my top school choices including multiple M7’s. I will now be starting at Wharton this August.

When I began working with Jen, I knew very little about the MBA application process. Jen was patient and thorough, and I felt comfortable going to her with any questions I had. She helped to keep me organized and on schedule to submit 7 R1 applications. Jen made herself available to me whether it was answering a quick email or scheduling a last minute call. While she reviewed my resume and every application and essay, she provided feedback and comments that helped keep my submission individualized. Ultimately, I was accepted to multiple reach schools and offered generous scholarships to many programs. I would highly recommend Jen as your MBA admissions consultant!

When I started working with Jessica, I had completed my GMAT and thought my “MBA story,” honed over 4.5 years in the same industry, only needed a bit of polish. Jessica, however, envisioned a more reflective approach. She encouraged me to introspect deeply about my life, got to know me intimately, and reshaped my narrative into something beyond my imagination. Had I stuck to my original plan, I doubt I’d be heading to HBS today.

From day one, Jessica was methodical, initiating our process five months before application deadlines. She required a detailed account of my upbringing, family, hobbies, and work experiences—a task that seemed too excessive with its 50-60 hours of introspection. Yet, this groundwork proved essential. It enabled Jessica to identify what made me unique and weave my most compelling stories into each school’s application. I still remember my sense of relief during our first brainstorming session. Jessica had done her homework, knew my story inside-out, and proposed a clear-cut strategy for the coming months. I was onboard and it was the first time I felt that I might actually have a shot.

Applying to top MBA programs is a grueling process. Schools evaluate every aspect of your life and expect you to “bleed on paper” to convince them of your candidacy. The best MBA essays are compelling stories where you, the author, happen to be the hero. For even the best storytellers among us, that’s an awkward thing to write. Fortunately, Jessica finds it easy. She’s a professional who knows what schools are looking for and, as long as you’re willing to put in the work, her expertise will bring out the best in you.

It was a great decision to work with Gavriella! I was accepted at both HBS and Wharton. She was a tremendous help in putting together my application, and particularly in effectively using the essays to tell my story. I reached out to her under a time crunch, and Gavriella was able to quickly identify the unifying thread in my past experiences and help me highlight the accomplishments I was most proud of. She is timely and attentive. Not only is she great at what she does, she is also kind, encouraging, and supportive. Her support extended beyond my admissions – I was torn between the two schools and she gave me helpful advice in making the decision that was best for me. I would highly recommend working with Gavriella – you will absolutely not regret it!

Nisha was pivotal in helping me navigate through the overwhelming MBA application process. She was a wonderful mentor and friend, helping me to create my storyboard, uncover my goals and get into my dream MBA program! She always provided prompt and constructive feedback. I highly recommend her as an MBA consultant.

Nisha played an instrumental role in aiding me through the often overwhelming process of the MBA application. Her guidance was invaluable and she assumed the roles of not just a mentor, but also a confidant. Her assistance extended to helping me craft my storyboard, a task that required both strategic thinking and personal introspection. Furthermore, she was instrumental in helping me uncover my goals, encouraging me to dig deeper and identify my true objectives.

Her feedback was always timely and constructive, demonstrating her profound understanding of the MBA process and what it takes to succeed. She excelled in combining her expertise with a personalized approach, ensuring each piece of advice was tailored to my individual circumstances.

Nisha’s unwavering support and her remarkable ability to simplify complex matters truly set her apart. Given my positive experience and the value she added to my MBA journey, I wholeheartedly recommend her as an MBA consultant. She is undoubtedly an asset to anyone looking to navigate the intricacies of the MBA process.

I worked with Susan on two schools as part of the Start-to-Finish Package. She was incredible to work with and I genuinely could not have gotten through this process without her help. When I decided to pursue my MBA, I had more questions than answers about the application process, how to tell my story, etc.

Susan was there every step of the way and will ask the right questions to help you select your schools, effectively communicate your experience and career goals, and in the end help make the best decision for your future. I appreciated how holistic the process was and the different approaches that Susan took to really learn about me and what I wanted out of an MBA.

Susan was very responsive, turned around edits quickly, and offered constructive feedback that made my essays infinitely better. Because of Susan’s help, I was incredibly confident in the materials that I submitted and felt as though my applications were a direct reflection of who I was and the story that I was trying to tell. In the end, I was admitted to my top two schools and received full-rides to both.

If you’re reading this as you begin your MBA journey, I highly recommend that you work with Susan. She cares deeply about your future success and that was evident throughout the whole process.

Working with Gavriella was incredible and I recommend her a consultant for a couple of reasons:

1. Professional and timely responses – Gavriella was extremely professional and responded to my emails, gave me resume feedback and edited my essays all in a timely manner so that I could follow the timeline we sett and make sure I was happy with my application well before the deadlines.

2. Relevant feedback – Gavriella gave me relevant feedback based off of my post-MBA goals and what schools I wanted to go to. She didn’t try to fit me in a box but worked with my story and helped me shape the right version of me that I wanted to present to the admissions committees.

3. Comfortable & Friendly – Some consultants are really hard to approach and can be really intimidating. Some of them I even felt discouraged from applying or I felt that I wasn’t good enough! But Gavriella never made me feel that way. She was supportive and a friendly face through out the whole process. It felt good that I could rely on her to answer any of my questions.

Not only did I get into my dream school of Columbia, I also got a scholarship!

Working with Gavriella was the single best decision I have ever made! She helped me out every step of the way during my application process. I signed up for the 3-school package – GSB, HBS, and Wharton. With Gavriella’s help, I got interview invites from both HBS and Wharton, and I ended up accepting the offer from HBS.

Gavriella was extremely supportive and helpful throughout the process. She helped me stay focused and responded quickly during the overwhelming application process. She’s great at paying attention to details and shaping your story. Plus, she genuinely cares about your success.

Not only is Gavriella amazing at what she does, but she’s also really nice to work with. She listens to you and values your ideas, making sure they come through in your application. She’s a great communicator and really understands where you’re coming from.

On top of helping me with these 3 applications, Gavriella also gave me some great advice for my Sloan MIT application, which I was working on by myself. Thanks to her help, I got an interview invite for Sloan MIT too!

Overall, Gavriella was amazing to work with, and I’d definitely recommend her to anyone looking for help with their applications.

Nisha helped me during my Round 1 applications to three M7 schools – I was ultimately accepted to all three, including a scholarship offer from one school!

Nisha was incredibly efficient and usually provided essay comments within a day. She was great at teasing out specific aspects of the narrative to ensure results and implications were clearly highlighted. During interview prep, she helped me identify areas of my profile that were not explicitly described in my written application to give more color to my personality.

The application process was intense and nerve-racking, but I am so grateful that Nisha always provided candid feedback, a fresh perspective, and incredible support. Still in disbelief that I’m actually going to b-school, thank you, Nisha!

Working with Gavriella is one of the best life decisions I have ever made. In 9 short months (all inclusive package), she not only helped me secure admission into my dream school – Stanford GSB (and other M7 schools) but has also evolved into becoming an advisor, friend and confidant for life. Such has been the transformative impact of Gavriella and no amount of words will ever do justice to how highly I recommend her to any applicant planning to embark on the MBA application journey.

Allow me to sum up her differentiated attributes that made her an absolute game changer in my path towards my dream school across 5 themes:

1. Highly Personalized – In our time working together, it always felt like I was her only client because that is the level of personalized attention she provided. She always went above and beyond without ever counting how many rounds of essay edits have happened or how many interview practice sessions we have done, because Gavriella genuinely cares. During the brainstorming phase, she allowed us to do innumerable zoom sessions (more than typical) to really pin down the essence of the story we wanted to convey. During the essay writing process, she provided thoughtful feedback and edits ahead of the regular turnaround time (and many times over weekends too), which allowed me to work efficiently. During the interview practice sessions, she helped me practice critical stories again and again until I felt confident enough for the big day. If you sign Gavriella up, I can guarantee that you’ll be promised a level of personalized service and responsiveness that will far exceed your expectations.

2. Expert Storyteller and Marketer – One of my core takeaways from this journey is realizing how much of the application process is about effective marketing and storytelling. And that is where Gavriella shines so bright. I’d like to particularly call out 2 nuances of this trait. One, she has a rare ability to connect disparate threads of your life in a uniquely creative yet authentic fashion. And two, her flair with words is simply unmatched. She also possesses a rich awareness of language and tone nuances that different schools like. While she tirelessly helped me level up my essays to a place worthy of submission to highly selective programs, I am also walking away with actionable tips on how to storytell (both written and verbal) effectively in other parts of my life. Working with Gavriella will allow you to go beyond the scope of the application process and permit you to experience a deep sense of reflection and growth.

3. Meticulous and Persevering – Gavriella has an amazing attention to detail. In every redlined essay version I received, it was clear to me that she had read every word thoroughly because she proposed multiple ways in which the same sentence could be written for higher impact and recall value. As I already stated, we went through the same essay draft more than 10 times, because she pushed for perfection. Even when we might have had differing thoughts on things, she used to provide well rationalized and thought out explanations for each of her points, which brought the best out of me. Also, one of the often understated and overlooked portions of this process is the application form itself. She made sure that in addition to extremely strong essays, we went through multiple iterations of application form short answers to curate the best possible overall application we could.

4. Trust and Belief – I had talked to 12 consultants when I was searching who to partner with, but what made me instantly connect with Gavriella was the belief she placed in me and my candidacy. I was a non-traditional applicant from an overrepresented demographic. I was unsure whether I was dreaming too big. But when I talked to her, I immediately felt that she understood me and I got a sense that she would make my dream of getting into Stanford hers, and boy I was right!

5. Friend and Confidant – As I have stated, applying to business school is more than a full time job. More than a consultant, you need a friend who will motivate you when you need it, who will hear you rant when you are stressed and who feels every inch of your emotion all the way. That’s what Gavriella was to me, which made this process all the more easier.

I can go on and on about the indelible impact she has had, but in summary, I would simply not be where I am today without her. I highly recommend you to choose her in a heartbeat for she can single handedly change your life.

I had a lot of apprehension starting the MBA admission process. I was targeting the top of the M7, nervous about getting the right GMAT score and uncertain about making my application stand out. I was a consultant passionate about public service and faith, and didn’t know how to tell my story. Not only this, but I was unsure about investing significant financial resources into the process. I approached coaches with a bit of skepticism, somewhat jaded after reading hundreds of P&Q reviews. But then I met Jessica and everything changed. I am now on my way to HBS after receiving multiple M7 offers. I can confidently say I wouldn’t be here without Jessica’s support. If you are reading this and have your sights set on a top school, look no further than Jessica. See below for a few examples of the exceptional value Jessica provided:

1. Jessica got to know me deeply as a human, well beyond my resume. She repeatedly pushed me to lean into stories that had shaped my life- stories of love and loss and oftentimes not associated with the corporate world. I cried after writing down some of the life experiences that I eventually used in essays- we got that real. I don’t think my application would have been remotely as powerful as it was with these lived experiences included and I believe that Jessica is in the top .1% of coaches that could draw this emotion and depth out of someone.

2. Jessica encouraged me to avoid a “brand”. I was ready to structure my package squarely around something I thought schools would want- an MBB consultant on sponsorship, ready to share stories of board meetings in class. Jessica quickly dispelled this. Instead, I found myself leaning into passions I would never have considered bringing up (cycling, painting) and my package became all the more reflective of who I actually was.

3. Jessica was extremely honest. Sometimes painfully so 🙂 She said from the beginning that she would react honestly to content because it would lead to a better product, and she held true to that. This too lead to a better outcome than otherwise.

4. Jessica (and mbaMission) was comprehensive. Jessica provided outstanding support across my package for multiple schools, and mbaMission went above and beyond with interview prep. All of this (besides one-off 1:1 interview deep-dives) was included in my package. I felt like this was excellent value and reflected the outstanding caliber of mbaMission as a whole (though Jessica stands alone in her caliber as a coach).

5. Jessica was timely, thorough and pushed me to stay “ahead of schedule”. Jessica consistently turned content in under two days and always was thorough. She encouraged me to lean in, even after long weeks or late nights, and dig deep to complete my packages early. Without this push I know I would not have been as prepared as I was.

6. Even after I submitted my applications, Jessica was there every step of the way. She provided immense reassurance in times of doubt, responded thoughtfully to anxiety-induced emails, and even counseled me on what to wear to my interviews. I am confident that I would have had many more sleepless nights if it wasn’t for her.

Working with Jessica was the one of the wisest decisions I’ve ever made – and it would be for you too.

I worked with Gavi for a 5 school package (all M7 schools), and I have no shortage of praise for Gavi! Gavi helped me convert all 5 of my applications into interviews, resulting in 3 acceptances all with scholarship / fellowships. I will be attending Wharton this fall with a fellowship thanks to her support!

While the MBA application process can be a grueling challenge filled with uncertainty, anxiety, and stress and Gavi operates as a true partner to help break down the application process into a tenable journey.

Gavi has an incredibly deep toolkit to help prepare you for the application process. As an attentive listener, strong communicator, and deep empath, she takes the time to deeply understand her clients so that she can tailor her guidance specifically to you. Gavi will get to know you and help you create an application that highlights you in the best way possible.

Though I was randomly assigned to work with Gavi through the mbaMission consult, I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to work with her. My application and preparation would not have been what it was without her. I attribute so much of my success in the application process to her guidance and support. The only sad part about the MBA application process being over for me is not getting to work with Gavi anymore!

I can only speak positively about my experience working with Gavriella. Candidly, I did work with a consultant other than Gavriella during majority of my application process. Once I submitted my applications, I was fortunate enough to be invited to interview at several programs. At the time, my original consultant was inundated with work, so he recommended that I prepare the interviews with Gavriella. He spoke highly of her and felt that she would provide fresh and objective feedback.

Gavriella exceeded my expectations in every possible way. I was nervous pivoting to a different consultant on such short notice, especially before what felt like the biggest moment in my application process. Gavriella accommodated my tight schedule in every way possible. She provided helpful technical advice and thoughtful perspectives that I could implement immediately. She offered to do as many follow-up sessions as necessary to reinforce the prior work we had done to ensure I felt comfortable, confident, and prepared going into my interviews. Gavriella took the time to understand my story and to connect with me as the human behind the stressful application process. It was a true pleasure working with Gavriella and I recommend her highly and without reservation.

Kate is an incredible consultant who supported me at every stage of my application process. I am a woman in Business consultant within financial services industry pursuing an MBA to continue in consulting but pivot to CPG industry. Kate’s optimism and ability to identify my strengths helped me get accepted into 5 out of 6 schools that I applied to – including my dream school (a M7 program). Kate was very supportive and motivating throughout my application process. She helped me choose schools, modify my essays, and prepare for interviews. Kate was well – versed with different program offerings and tailored my profile to cater to each school’s requirements. She was also very accommodating of time zone differences and promptly responded to my questions. Post each conversation, she would recap the key takeaways and share resources which I could leverage for building a stronger profile and present myself better for the interviews. Overall, she made applying for MBA way less overwhelming and I cannot thank her enough.

I worked with Susan on 2 schools during round 1 applications. I did the Start-to-Finish Package and thought it was well worth it! I was extremely impressed by how Susan personalized the start-to-finish package for each school, and did not simply reuse aspects from the first school we completed.

Susan did a thorough deep dive into my background to help me craft the best stories for the schools I was applying to. She helped me identify my strengths that aligned well to each schools values, and helped me craft these strengths into strong stories that both highlighted my experiences and spoke well to the admissions committees. When it came time for interviews, Susan provided invaluable feedback in how I should visually present myself and best verbalize my accomplishments.

Throughout the entire application process, Susan is completely open and honest in her feedback. She is extremely meticulous and will keep turning content with you until it is absolutely perfect.

Without Susan’s help I would not have written nearly as strong applications, would have had a difficult time staying on track for round 1 deadlines, and likely would not have gotten into my goal schools. I would highly recommend her services to anyone looking for an mba admissions consultant!

If my word count was only limited to two, my review of Krista would be simple: The GOAT.
I put a lot amount of thoughts into big decisions or purchases, so when I was considering whether or not to use a consultant or who to use, I turned over every stone. I explored every firm and talked to a lot of different people. I watched Krista’s video on MBAMission and really resonated with her emphasis on getting to know the person behind the resume, along with her signature chuckle at the end, and felt as though I’d be comfortable really opening up to her so that I could put my all into my application. She was my #1 choice out of all of the chats I had done with consultants and words can’t explain how happy I am that I made the right choice.
Working with Krista surpassed all of my expectations. She overinvested in getting to know everything about me, not just my career, why I chose it and future ambitions, but the way I grew up, my family dynamics, the seemingly meaningless stories that have had an impact on my life, professionally and personally. Despite being hired as my consultant, it felt as though she doubled as a personal therapist throughout the application process. She was able to piece together all of the small details of my life, that even I had forgotten at times, and help me create cohesive and compelling essays tailored to each individual school that I applied to.
Despite my love for Krista the person, her professionalism and passion for the job is the true reason why I’m so thankful I chose her. I’m not a strong writer, but Krista allowed me to simply put everything down on a page that I wanted to talk about and she was able to take it from there. She was able to help me take my excessively long brain dumps and edit them down so that they would be the most concise and powerful versions. Her attention to detail and her ability to scrutinize every sentence, word and punctuation mark, to create the strongest possible essay was something I hadn’t ever seen before (including from all of my supervisors, bosses and MDs to date). Outside of the essays, she helped coach me on every aspect of the application from reviewing my recommenders’ recommendations or helping me with extracurricular descriptions to the most minute details such as what I should be including about my family background. No matter the aspect of the application, Krista never let me settle for good: It had to be great.
I know Krista sells out almost every year, but throughout my time with her, it always felt as though I was her only client. She often was able to get draft revisions back to me ahead of the MBAMission two business day timeline and was always available to hop on zoom to talk, no matter how large or small my problem at the time was (I’m surprised she didn’t bill my medical insurance for therapy charges). Throughout my application process Krista became much more than my consultant and now that I’m finished, I can say with absolute certainty that I’d trust her with my first-born child. She helped take my applications to a new level and because of her I was able to get a scholarship from Wharton, in addition to being accepted into my dream school, that I’m looking forward to attending in the fall: Harvard Business School.

Kate is an exceptional MBA admission consultant, possessing extensive experience and expertise in the field. I had the pleasure of working with Kate for applications to both Booth and Kellogg, and I am thrilled to share that I gained admission to both institutions, with the added bonus of receiving a scholarship for Booth.
Throughout our collaboration, Kate remained unwavering in her support, demonstrating a keen understanding of my challenges, such as my lower-than-desired GMAT score. She provided invaluable guidance, recommending alternative exams like the Executive Assessment to meet stringent application deadlines. Despite my demanding work schedule, Kate consistently delivered prompt feedback on my essays, ensuring that I stayed on track with my application tasks.
Kate’s commitment to my success was truly remarkable. Her ability to deeply listen, identify my strengths, and craft compelling narratives played a pivotal role in strengthening my applications. Working with her was a pleasure; her calm demeanor, organizational skills, and diligence were evident in every aspect of the application process.

I had the privilege of working with Nisha during crunch time of my round 1 applications to three M7 business schools. Nisha was not just a consultant; she was a mentor and guide throughout the process. Her professionalism, promptness, and friendly approach made the stressful period of applications much more manageable.

Her feedback on my resume and essays was detailed and insightful, significantly enhancing the quality of my application. Nisha’s ability to provide constructive criticism while highlighting my strengths was extremely helpful. She understood the intricacies of each school’s application process and tailored her advice accordingly.

What truly set Nisha apart was her efficient use of time. Despite the time constraints, she ensured that every piece of feedback was actionable and impactful, making the most of the consulting hours I had purchased. Her dedication to my success was evident in her willingness to go the extra mile, accommodating my schedule and responding swiftly to my queries.

Thanks to Nisha’s guidance, I was admitted to CBS’ class of 2026. Her expertise and personalized approach were invaluable. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to make their MBA application stand out. Nisha’s support is not just an investment in your application but in your future.

I unreservedly recommend working with Nisha on any aspect of your application. I began the MBA application process late and was faced with a condensed timeline to work through the GMAT and subsequent application materials. Nisha provided timely and invaluable input on all aspects of my candidacy from my resume to my essays and extra-curriculars. She was always responsive and available to jump on a zoom call to answer any pressing questions as the submission deadlines approached.
We continued to work together leading up to the interview process. Nisha conducted a great mock interview session which helped immensely in my preparation for conversations with admission committees. She not only presented the opportunity to practice speaking to my application and experience, but also provided critiques on how to better answer questions to convey the strengths I possessed as a candidate.
I am happy to say that I have been offered admission to my top choice in M7 school, and it would not have been possible without Nisha’s continued help and support. If you are in the market for a consultant who will get to know you as a candidate and work with you through each step of your application, Nisha is the perfect fit.

My experience with Jessica was amazing.

I am an over-represented majority from a business school applicant perspective based on occupation, demographics, undergrad major, and location and was really worried about how I could stand out when I first started the process. To make things worse, before I started with Jessica I also was struggling to verbalize my journey and why I wanted to purse an MBA.

From our first brainstorming session, Jessica was able to extract so much about me and my journey that I had not been able to put into words myself. She also very quickly was able to guide me on where I needed to go deeper and what aspects of my journey might connect. Through all of this, Jessica not only helped me define why I wanted to purse an MBA, she also helped me verbalize my overall story despite what felt like me not giving her much to work with. Jessica helped me dig really deep (for me) to come up with stories that made me stand out and were successful for every school I applied to.

Going into the process I was concerned that with my job and personal responsibilities, I was not going to be able to put enough time and effort into essay brainstorming and writing. Luckily for me, Jessica is efficient. Even in the early brainstorming sessions, Jessica was always super prepared going into each session. Not only that, but Jessica would come with multiple options at each step so no time was ever wasted. On top of that, Jessica’s feedback was always very tangible and upfront saving any unnecessary churn.

Without Jessica there is no way I would have gotten into the schools I did. Beyond that, there’s no way I would have experienced the reflection and growth she helped me through as we put together my story and applications. Really appreciate everything Jessica did for me and would highly recommend her to anyone.

Harold’s calming presence and wise insight into the perspective of an admission’s committee member was essential to my journey and finding success in the MBA application cycles. I applied round 1 and had multiple applications due within a 48-hour period. Harold kept me focused and on timeline to achieve great final products for all my essays and portal responses with his prompt assistance and guidance for where I should start. During our brain-storming session, Harold listened so intently to my story and background that it almost felt like a therapy session – it seemed like he knew me within a short video call and was able to help synthesize my experience into a coherent narrative that could be effectively communicated in a 400-900 word essay for each MBA application. I honestly don’t know how successful I would have been without Harold or the support from the mbaMission team, but I know I would not have achieved 5/5 acceptances to all T7 programs. The MBA application cycles are demanding and challenging, and the best decision I made was to choose Harold and the team of support at mbaMission to be on my team.

When you book an admission consultant with mbaMission, you truly have a team of support behind you. I booked hourly services with Harold, but had access to a mock HBS interview, Q&A sessions with different consultants, access to all of their MBA application and interview guides, and a mock team-based discussion (Wharton’s interview). All of which were incredibly helpful in the journey to successful MBA program admission. At one point, the founder and president of mbaMission e-mailed me to personally encourage me after I submitted my HBS application because he was talking to my consultant about my essay. I believe that mbaMission truly cares about its clients, and I’ve personally experienced the wholistic approach they take to preparing their clients, even as only an hourly client. When you sign with Harold, there are guaranteed turn-around times for your essays and reviews. He was always faster, more thorough, and more prompt than I could have ever expected. He kept my applications moving forward, and even when I was working right up to the deadline, 15 hours a day, he never slowed me down. Harold, I owe you forever thanks for helping me achieve this dream!

I loved working with Jen! When I began the MBA admissions process, I knew next to nothing about it. Jen did an excellent job guiding me through the process, and throughout my time working with her, she was kind, thoughtful, and detail oriented. Thanks to her, I was accepted to one of my target schools. I would highly recommend her to anyone considering applying to MBA programs.

I hired Michael through mbaMission and he was great to work with. By the time Michael and I started working together I had already completed my GMAT, was familiar with the part time MBA application process, and had a list of schools ready. Therefore, the hourly rate was the best option for me. Michael helped me revamp my resume, review all of my essays, and discuss which school was the best fit for me over the course of 10 hours. I also received a fellowship.

I can’t recommend Kim enough! Her help throughout the entire application process was invaluable. She helped with each aspect of the application from school selection, the application itself, and interview preparation. She really took the time to understand me, my background, and my story and helped me showcase it in throughout my application. Her suggestions were incredibly thoughtful and you can tell she genuinely cares about her clients success and goes above and beyond to help them get into their dream program! I am so thankful I had the opportunity to work with Kim and could not recommend her more!

After working with Devi for my HBS interview preparation, I am confident that her thoughtful guidance and direct feedback helped get me over the finish line. I worked with mbaMission throughout the entire application cycle, but when it came time for my HBS interview I knew I needed to go above and beyond. Devi provided the exact structure I needed to do just that.
I met with Devi for 2 mock sessions prior to my interview, and just like the actual HBS interviewers she clearly had put in the time to understand who I was as an applicant and came prepared with thoughtful and targeted questions to create an atmosphere that felt like the real thing. Her interview prep was truly a game changer, as she pointed out specific areas in my story that needed work and helped me refine those responses so I was best positioned for success on interview day. By the time I had my real interview, I felt confident that I could respond to any question that was thrown my way in a clear and structured manner. A lot of the questions that we covered in my mocks were even close to the exact questions I was asked on interview day!
Thank you so much for all the help Devi!

I highly recommend Devi for HBS interview prep. In our eight productive sessions, Devi consistently focused on substance, efficiently covering essential topics. Her passion for her work shines through her dedication to my success and her thorough preparation for each session. With insights from her experience on the HBS Admissions Board, Devi offers a unique perspective on the interview process, emphasizing its purpose beyond mere mechanics. Devi’s commitment to a growth mindset, which I deeply value, kept me focused on substance over style and motivated me to give my all. She skillfully guided me in presenting my story confidently yet humbly. Devi was also very sweet and did sessions at odd times to accommodate my work schedule and time zone differences. Devi is a remarkable blend of competence and warmth – a rare combination. Working with Devi has changed the arc of my career and life

I was looking for an hourly consultant to review my EMBA applications for the three programs I was interested in. Debbie was highly recommended by my mentor’s son who was accepted into an M7 program, so I decided to schedule the free consultation to learn more about her services. I appreciate Debbie’s approach to get to know her clients and their motivations for pursuing an MBA so that she can help tailor their essay and profile. Working with Debbie was natural and effortless and throughout the entire consulting process, Debbie was highly responsive and answered my questions in a very timely manner. With her help, I was admitted in all three of my target programs and could not highly recommend her services enough. Well worth her weight in gold.

Devi helped me stand out amongst the crowded and competitive pool of private equity applicants and get into Wharton by helping me uncover the themes that drove the decisions that made up my life. Through her thoughtfulness, patience, and candor she pushed me to translate those themes into essays that I’m proud to say reflected who I am, and who I strive to be. Without Devi’s help, I don’t think I could have presented my application as fully and with such conviction. Gaining admission isn’t all telling a good story, though Devi helped me do just that, admissions officers are looking for candidates that know what they can contribute to the classroom, and what they want to get out of the education. Devi helped me weave all those considerations and more throughout my essay, resume, and short answers such that the whole was far greater than the sum of its parts. She truly has a knack for fitting all the pieces of the puzzle together. What really stands out about Devi is her compassion. My business school journey took two application cycles. After a disappointing finish to the first, Devi encouraged me to think long and hard about what I really wanted out of my career and promised me that if I wanted to work with her again, no matter how late in the process I decided, she would have a spot for me. When I finally worked up the courage to apply again, Devi had a new strategy for us to execute on and said that we could do so on an hourly basis, saving me (and costing her) a significant amount. Over the course of that application cycle, I know I must have exceeded the allotment of hours that I had purchased, but Devi never brought it up. She is really that generous, and that focused on helping her candidates succeed, and for that I am truly thankful. I could not recommend working with Devi more.

P.S. her interview prep is just as fantastic.

I worked with Nisha on multiple applications during the 2023 cycle and I simply cannot underestimate how pivotal she was for my success! We worked together on HSW and I was accepted into H and W – an outcome I could only dream about prior to getting the official letters.

When I first met with Nisha, I was understandably nervous and overwhelmed by all the work that had to be done to build my MBA applications, but she deftly structured the approach with me and took the time to answer my questions, be honest about my misgivings, and make strong suggestions for next steps when I wasn’t sure how to proceed on my own.

Nisha was absolutely crucial for my essays, my recommender selection and preparation, interview preparation, and all of the small parts of the applications that I didn’t even know existed! We spent months going through brainstorming sessions, picking strong themes, and revising outlines and drafts upon drafts of essays until we had work products that we were satisfied with. Nisha took the time to understand and balance the important parts of life with what would help my profile and application the most with each school we worked on. This was similarly true for how much she helped me pick and prepare my recommenders, and her help was invaluable when it came time to do interviews. Nisha expertly balances professionalism, honesty, and warmth to make the daunting experience a rewarding one. I can say with certainty that we left no stone unturned and, with Nisha’s help, I put my best foot forward for each of my applications.

I said it before and I’ll say it again: Nisha was pivotal for my successful applications to top MBA programs and I would sincerely recommend her to anyone serious about applying!

Nisha was instrumental in guiding me through the MBA admission process. She was supportive and responsive, and provided extremely helpful feedback on my application materials from my essays to my resume. She helped ensure that my voice and story came through authentically across every component of the application. It was certainly worth the investment. The results showed, because I got into Harvard!

Crafting good application essays has always been a challenge for me as a non-native English speaker, but Krista helped me navigate through the journey effectively. During the brainstorming sessions, she helped me find highlights in my career and daily life, and encouraged me to incorporate them into my applications, advice that turned out to be extremely effective and made my essay outstanding. Before drafting an essay, she would help me organize my thoughts and go over the essay structure, which greatly assisted me in making the essays flow logically. The interview prep sessions proved to be effective as well, as we prepared a lot of questions that were later asked during the interviews. Looking back, I realize that I initially underestimated the amount of workload required for the MBA application and the value of an admissions consultant. Working with Krista was one of the best decisions I made during my application journey. She saved me a lot of time and truly made everything possible.

I would highly recommend Krista. She helped me brainstorm some brilliant ideas for my essays, refine my interview answers, and secure two offers from my top choices. She’s super friendly and respectful. She truly cares about your success.

Don’t think twice when it comes to working with for your HBS application and interview prep. Her structured guidance brilliantly helped me shape my story, and her candid, actionable feedback raised the bar. Devi’s golden advice, ‘Focus on substance,’ became my interview mantra.

Devi was instrumental in helping me refine my business school applications which resulted with me getting into Tuck. She is without a doubt an expert in her field and the money I spent with her was well worth it. She was responsive, insightful, and effective at using our allocated hours in an effective way. Devi helped me take my application to the next level and pushed me to elevate my essays and they way I presented myself in the application. I highly recommend working with Devi.

As a mid-career working mom from Shanghai, I applied for Wharton EMBA-global cohort program, with Katy’s help. Just submitted the round 2 application a few days ago! The experience of working with Katy is thoughts-provoking, inspiring and warm.

Apart from all the amazing support Katy provided to me, I would love to particularly highlight a few aspects which I found most helpful:

– Broaden my perspectives to find the right program. A few months ago, I was only interested in GSB MsX. However, at my life stage it would make going there unrealistic. After talking with Katy, I found the global EMBA format is the most FIT one for me. I would not apply to this program if I did not work with Katy

– Find the coherent life and career story / topic for application. After reading my brainstorm document, Katy captured the powerful storyline, which is exactly what my company is doing and also is what I’m personally interested due to my personal experiences.

– Being a bridge between my experiences and the application requirements. Katy’s long-term accumulated experience made the application process so effective and efficient!

Long story short: I purchased the 3 school package; John earns my HIGHEST recommendation.

I had always thought of myself as a strong writer, and a strong story teller, (and I still do!), but John truly brought me to the next level. In our first meeting, we worked on my “tell me about yourself/why Business School” narrative. I had THOUGHT I was rock solid in this area, but John opened my eyes that my story was a little all over the place, and he helped me fine tune the stories about my background to target exactly what made sense for a strong Business School applicant. We continued to work on other essays and on my resume. I ended up with admits to 3 M7 programs with scholarships at each, and have since leveraged John’s teachings to earn an internship offer at a top tier consulting firm. I feel an enormous part of my success is owed to John. His services are absolutely worth every penny.

Julie-Anne is the best!! Coming from an accounting/audit background, I knew I had an uphill battle to differentiate myself from other applicants. I had initial conversations with other admission consultants but immediately resonated with Julie-Anne’s approach.

From the very first call, Julie-Anne took the time to get to know me and my career goals. I tend to be long winded/too technical in my writing which is not good for MBA application essays. Julie-Anne worked with me to consolidate my thoughts and simplify my essays for Adcom. Working with Julie-Anne drastically improved the quality of my essays. I was shocked to see the stark improvement between my initial and final essays.

There were also points in time where I was busy with work and put my applications on the backburner, but Julie-Anne kept me accountable. Without her I would have missed submitting quality round 1 applications.

Once interview invites rolled out, Julie-Anne worked with me to polish my interview skills. I was very rusty. She delivered candid feedback in an uplifting way.

Ultimately, I was accepted at my dream T15 with a full scholarship! I was also accepted at other T15s with scholarships (ranging from $ to $$$$) and waitlisted at a M7 (Hail Mary application).

These results would not have been possible without Julie-Anne’s guidance. I whole heartily recommend her and the Complete Start-to-Finish Package to anyone looking to get into their dream program!! She was very supportive/responsive throughout the entire process (brainstorming/drafting/prepping for interview/analyzing offers). Look no further if you want to work with an amazing thought partner throughout the MBA application journey.

If you are applying to HBS and looking for help from an admissions consultant, I guarantee you that choosing Devi is the best choice you can make.

Devi has extensive experience, brings unique passion, will be highly invested in your success, and is also just a genuinely nice and fun person. She noticeably loves her job and is intrinsically motivated to help applicants bring forward the best of themselves in the admissions process.

I did 5 HBS intensive interview simulations with Devi and the investment was worth every penny. Devi gave me honest, constructive feedback and coached me on how to prepare for the interviews best through actionable advice and “homework”. Thanks to her, I could go into the interviews well-prepared and could share my background and experiences in a concise, engaging, and understandable manner. Interestingly, the coaching I had with Devi proves useful far beyond the admission process, as I now use the techniques she coaches in my daily professional and personal life as well.

Devi’s advice was key to getting me into HBS. If you are looking for a consultant to help you in the admissions process, choose Devi!

I worked with Katy over 2.5 years and have been so grateful for her guidance not only in applying to graduate school but more broadly navigating career next steps and the right timing for grad school. 

I talked to many different firms and consultants before choosing Katy, and highly recommend her for her personalized attention and thoughtful, comprehensive guidance. She was also very helpful not only with my MBA applications but with other master’s degree applications, which seems rare.

When we first touched base, I used the hourly option to get coaching from Katy to evaluate my profile and figure out the right next steps for me. She helped me take steps to strengthen my profile and helped me decide to get more work experience before applying to graduate school (which was about my personal interests and career path more than my admissions chances). A year later, I reached back out and we worked on dual degree applications (3 MBA programs, 1 MPP, 1 MSEd). 

Katy was a steady and attentive presence through the brainstorming process and really made me feel supported in figuring out my narrative for my MBA applications. The Complete Start to Finish package was great because I had unlimited access to a partner throughout the process, from improving my candidacy (through an extra course, work experience, and volunteer work) and deciding on essay topics to many rounds of essay review, support on recommendation letters, and interview prep. 

Katy also made an effort to connect me to past clients at my target programs, especially those with similar interests to mine, which was helpful in the essay/interview process as well as in ultimately choosing a program. 

Ultimately, I was admitted to 4/5 programs I applied to (interviewed, waitlisted, then dinged at HBS) and am having an incredible grad school experience. I couldn’t have done it without Katy. 

In my free consultation with Harshad, it was clear that his candid and honest feedback was a match with my personality. Working with Harshad was a fantastic experience. As an American engineer working in industry, Harshad helped me portray my stories in such a way that brought out my unique character traits and leadership skills, and in such a way that flowed logically and smoothly. Harshad is extremely organized and professional, always editing faster than promised and responsive to questions no matter the day or time. Harshad even went the extra mile when I was unexpectedly laid off from my job a couple of months before applications were due, by serving as a mentor in the process of finding another job that would tie into my application package nicely. Overall, Harshad is a terrific person and consultant. I would 100% recommend him to anyone looking to apply to a top MBA program!