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Jessica has been very transparent, helpful and smart during our collaboration. She is one of her kind because she takes care of every single detail of your profile that could enhance your chance to be enrolled for a top MBA program.

It’s been a pleasure to work with her, she has a great knowledge of all the top MBA programs and what the schools expect from the candidates. She has the ability to make your profile to be seemed stronger by investigating your fully profile starting from your childhood till now. She’s got a great work ethic which makes you relieved that there’s a great support behind you. By the help of her strategy and vision, I’ll be pursuing my MBA degree at one of the top schools in the US.

Krista is the best! She supported me through every step of my MBA application process and imparted invaluable interview, professional, and life advice along the way. I had an overall really positive application experience and ended up getting into 5 of the 7 schools I applied to (including HBS, Kellogg, Booth, Yale SOM, and Tuck)! After completing initial conversations with many consultants, the three things that stood out to me about Krista were (1) her organization and sense of care and urgency when reviewing work/sending comments; (2) her knowledge about different schools, the application process, and timelines; and (3) the kindness she showed throughout our time together while also adequately pushing me to reach my full potential.

I started my process early with Krista – before a lot of other consultants were even willing to take me on as a new client! I appreciated how she was willing to work on a schedule that I was comfortable with (aka very early), and I believe that her working style is a great fit for many types of candidates. She always returned work to me in a timely manner with clear comments on items I needed to revise and how I could frame my thoughts more clearly and succinctly for maximum impact.

She was also extremely knowledgeable about every step of the application process, from attending schools’ networking events to resume formatting to acing various interview types. These are just some of the reasons why I think having a consultant is a valuable resource. Krista is aware of statistics and trends that can overall help candidates approach their applications with an informed mindset. Most of all, she was able to help identify where my strengths lie and impart advice on how to craft the most compelling narrative given my background, experience, and interests.

Lastly, Krista was always compassionate and kind with her advice and suggestions. I definitely appreciate a “tough” approach when it comes to crafting the strongest possible application, but Krista did a great job of challenging me in an uplifting way. She was so thorough, especially with my interview prep, and I felt confident and ready for every part of the application journey.

Krista was not only a top notch consultant, but also a genuine mentor and friend who made what is usually a very stressful process much more manageable. Would 10/10 recommend Krista – it’s a decision you can’t go wrong with!!!

I recently had the pleasure of working with Jessica Shklar as my MBA consultant for the school application package, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. Jessica’s guidance and support throughout the entire process were invaluable, and I am truly grateful for her expertise.

From the beginning, Jessica took the time to understand my background, experiences, and aspirations. She helped me refine my career goals and identify the unique stories that would showcase my strengths and make my application stand out. Jessica’s collaborative approach not only made the process enjoyable but also allowed me to learn and grow during our time working together.

Thanks to the materials we created and the insights I gained from working with Jessica, I was able to apply to other schools with confidence. Although I did not get into HSW, I am thrilled to share that I have been accepted into an M7 school – a testament to Jessica’s exceptional guidance and support.

Jessica’s expertise, dedication, and genuine interest in my success made her an invaluable partner throughout my MBA application journey. For anyone considering an MBA consultant, I wholeheartedly recommend Jessica Shklar. With her help, you will undoubtedly put forth the best version of yourself and maximize your chances of success.

Thank you, Jessica, for your incredible support and for helping me achieve my goals.

When I first started thinking about my MBA applications, I was nervous. The idea of fixing up my resume and writing an essay centered around me seemed like an impossible task. It all turned around when I first started talking to Nisha. Immediately, she gave me the confidence I needed to tackle my MBA applications. She helped craft my story based on the brainstorm document that I filled out and gave great ideas on which essays would contribute to my story. She always turned around revisions super quickly and replied to any questions that I have just as quickly. When it came to the interview, she gave great ideas on how to tackle each problem (also based on the brainstorm document) and how to structure each answer. I got into both my MBA programs with amazing scholarships.

My experience working with Jessica has been phenomenal. She is experienced, perceptive, and dedicated – qualities that make her one of the best partners in the MBA application process. And that’s exactly what working with Jessica is: a partnership. I always felt like I had nothing but her full support every step of the way. While she would provide me with feedback informed by well over a decade’s worth of experience, I very much appreciated how she made it a point to frame them as suggestions and emphasize that I was in the “driver’s seat.” I was looking for someone who would work with me, not for me, and that’s exactly what Jessica does.

Jessica cares deeply about her clients’ success, even before they are clients. From the moment I did my introductory call with Jessica, I was beyond impressed with her willingness to help me, staying in touch with me over the coming weeks as she helped me work through testing strategies and application timeline options. As the application cycle progressed, Jessica was there to provide encouragement and empathy when I’d receive disappointing news, but she was also the first to celebrate my successes.

Throughout the process, I was constantly impressed by how responsive Jessica was to any questions or concerns I had. In addition, she is incredibly organized and efficient, churning through drafts and interview prep sessions all while still providing extremely valuable and specific feedback. It’s important to note that Jessica’s feedback is sometimes brutally honest – she doesn’t mince words. But that’s exactly what makes it so valuable. Jessica has extremely high standards and she holds you to them – but in the end, it’s worth it.

Working with Jessica allowed me to put my best foot forward, and I would highly, highly recommend her to anyone else who’s looking to do the same. I’ll be attending HBS next year, an outcome that wouldn’t have been possible without Jessica’s help.

Harold was instrumental in getting me into three top ten MBA programs, including my number one choice. Harold was most effective at getting me from authentic uncertainty in which career path I wanted to take down into a clean and clear narrative that made my case for why I wanted and needed an MBA. He was a calm, direct, and consistent presence that helped me channel these doubts into clarity. Additionally, his vast school specific knowledge was very helpful for expeditiously adapting my “Why XYZ school” essays in a manner that was authentic.
Throughout the application process, Harold went above and beyond to ensure that I had my needs met. When up against application deadlines, Harold made sure to be available even when the policy of MBAMission provided him with extra time to respond, out of concern for my wellbeing and my applications. When it came time to choose a school, Harold was a sounding board throughout the process that I am exceedingly grateful for given the magnitude of a decision like this.
I would highly recommend Harold to anyone, but particularly those that need a steadying hand to keep them on the right track.

Working with Gavriella was an absolute pleasure and I cannot recommend her enough. I can truly say I would not have gotten into my school, much less a full scholarship, without her support and guidance. She is a highly skilled communicator and was able to help me organize my thoughts in a clear and concise manner, ultimately enabling me to put my best foot forward.

On top of communication, Gavriella was always very quick to respond and provide feedback. I started the application process late in the cycle and as a result had to work into the early morning, but Gavriella would also review and respond well ahead of the mbaMission response times. As a result, I was able to submit 9 applications in a matter of weeks.

Gavriella also has a deep understanding of what AdComs look for, and ways to strengthen applications as a result. Coming from an unimpressive undergrad with an equally average GPA, she advised me to complete MBAMath.com, which was not remotely on my radar. This paid off as the AdCom asked for the transcript prior to offering admission.

Finally, Gavriella was a pleasure to work with. She acted as a partner throughout this whole process, and I felt she was genuinely interested in my success. I fully plan to partner with her in the future for executive coaching (or any other needs that may arise).

Susan was instrumental in helping me gain admission to my top-choice schools. I opted for the Start-to-Finish package, and Susan provided me with invaluable guidance throughout the process.

From the outset, Susan invested considerable time in getting to know me and my background. She employed a strategic approach to identify my unique strengths and determine the target schools that would best suit my profile.

Susan was adept at crafting compelling narratives that were both creative and coherent. Her ability to distill complex ideas into clear, concise language proved especially valuable, given my tendency to be overly verbose.

With Susan’s guidance, I was able to construct compelling arguments that demonstrated my suitability for each of the schools I applied to. Her keen eye for detail and honest, constructive feedback helped me refine my essays until they were polished and persuasive.

I was impressed by Susan’s responsiveness and the quick turnaround time she provided for feedback. Her candid approach, while challenging at times, helped me to produce my best work.

In the end, Susan’s coaching proved indispensable. Thanks to her efforts, I was admitted to Kellogg and Booth with generous scholarships and waitlisted at Sloan. I wholeheartedly recommend Susan to anyone seeking a thoughtful, caring coach to guide them through the admissions process.

John helped me navigate the challenging process of applying to four of M7 business schools, resulting in being admitted to Booth and waitlisted at Wharton despite below-average test scores for a private equity applicant applying in R2.

What sets John apart is his ability to truly listen and understand unique backgrounds and experiences. In my case, I had a unique life story that included numerous setbacks and challenges. For years, I was unsure how to reconcile various stories and experiences to showcase my strengths in a coherent story that ties them all together. However, John took the time to identify the key experiences and focus areas and helped me develop a compelling narrative that highlighted my resilience, leadership skills, and ability to overcome adversity in personal and professional contexts.

Furthermore, I struggled with standardized testing and despite trying several times, had below-average GMAT/GRE scores that initially made me doubt my chances of admission. However, John was able to help me focus my application on other strengths of my application that demonstrated my academic abilities and potential for success in business school.

John has a rare talent for helping applicants uncover their unique strengths and tell their stories in a compelling and authentic way. Not only did he help me gain admission to the best business school, working together foremost helped me understand myself better.

I’m a candidate from Singapore and I worked with Julie-Anne as an hourly client for one month before I submitted my application as well as throughout the interview process. She was a fantastic consultant and I was admitted to HBS and Wharton.

Julie-Anne was incredibly helpful when it came to brainstorming ideas for my application essays. With her help, I was able to pick out the stories and experiences that had shaped me the most in my life and through her probing questions and willingness to go deep, I was able to find the common thread that tied those stories together, something I had never quite been able to do before. The outcome of our brainstorming sessions ended up being the crux of my essays and enabled me to showcase how I had gotten to where I was and explain what had led me there. If you’re looking for a consultant to help you better understand and craft your story, she’s the one to go for.

She was also great at helping me make my writing more impactful, answering the many many questions I had, and giving me sound advice on how to go about the process. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience that helps to take the uncertainty and anxiety out of the application process – something I found very helpful. My favourite part about working with Julie-Anne though was her constant enthusiasm and encouragement. She was fully invested in the entire process and truly cared about how I did.

If you’re looking for a consultant who is kind, effective, encouraging and highly-skilled at what she does, you can’t go wrong with Julie-Anne!

I worked with Devi to prepare for my HBS interview, and it was game changing. Through her tough love, genuine interest in all her clients, and ability to understand you as a candidate in a matter of minutes, Devi sets you up to be comfortable with any question you’re thrown. She was instrumental in my admission.

During our two mock interviews, Devi taught me how to discuss the consulting projects I had worked on in a way that revealed my true contributions and demonstrated the work I had put in to achieve my goals. She encouraged me not to shy away from openly sharing my accomplishments and taught me how to do so with humility. And she showed me how to allow myself to be honest and vulnerable in my interview, while letting the best parts of me shine through. Most of all, she gave me the confidence I needed to be able to answer any question. Devi is also genuinely passionate about her clients. She made the time to give me a pep talk call the evening before my interview and that made a huge difference to how I felt on the day!

If you’re fortunate enough to have gotten the interview call from HBS, you can’t go wrong doing a mock interview with Devi. These are skills that are useful not only for interviews, but for how we share our stories and accomplishments throughout our lives. Thank you Devi!

I could not have asked for a better consultant. Nisha was always respond her emails on time and without her comments and feedback, I don’t think I would be in the current situation where I am admitted to my desirable school.

I purchased an hourly service package to supplement Applicantlab. I was able to secure interviews from 4 schools and received 3 acceptances. I am now matriculating in my top school.

I was looking for someone who could bring my story alive and is an excellent writer. I worked with Gavriella on 6 top 20 B school applications. She made a difference without a doubt. She provided great suggestions that helped me achieve the results I did.

Gavriella is knowledgeable, thoughtful, and supportive. She knows how to present candidates in the best light possible without misrepresenting or embellishing achievements too much. She understands the balance and never shies away from challenging your thought process or providing critical feedback.

I could not have asked for a better consultant. It was worth every penny.

I’m coming from a very traditional background – 2 yrs of IB, and 2 years of PE (US based). I needed to differentiate myself through my story and application. I wanted someone who would be very direct and honest with me, and Julie-Anne was. She tells you what you need to hear. She was also super responsive and available – whenever you needed to chat, she found a way to accommodate. I decided to apply in July, with <5 weeks before the Round 1 deadline. While other consultants I spoke to told me I shouldn’t try to make the deadline, Julie-Anne encouraged me to go for it if I wanted to – she helped me ramp up quickly and made sure I was in a position to submit for the R1 deadline. Julie-Anne was a HUGE reason I got into both of my dream schools – I truly could not have done it without her. I' ve recommended her to every single one of my friends so far!

Overall: Krista is fantastic. I cannot leave a more positive or heartfelt review. Working with Krista was the best decision I made during the application process and the result: “The answer is yes!” (I got into HBS, my dream school!) The b-school application process is stressful, time consuming, emotional and overall exhausting. Having a guide like Krista was truly life saver. She is a dream to work with and without a doubt worth the investment.

Bedside Manner: Warm, supportive, honest, insightful, professional, bubbly. Gets to know you as a person beyond your application. Cheerleader, cares about you and is invested in you.

Essay specific: What made Krista really valuable during the essay process beyond just an objective third party’s feedback were 2 things: First, she provided very specific guidance on the structure and content of the essays. After filling out the comprehensive brainstorming doc (~19 pages), brainstorming with her over zoom and proving bullets on my ideas for a particular essay, there was so much content to work through. Krista not only digested all this content, but knew it by heart and came to the session with a blueprint for each essay – 250 words on x, 100 on y, then 400 on Z. This took all guessing away from the essay writing and let me focus on telling my story in the best way possible. It was a huge time saver and took away all of the guesswork.

Second, Krista understands how to speak the language of each school and what resonates with AdCom. Every school has a different culture, different things that they look for in students, different ways AdCom evaluates someone’s story. Krista’s deep first hand knowledge and experience on how to speak to each school and how they’ve historically reacted to someone’s story was invaluable to me. My story never changed, but the way I told it and what I highlighted did depending upon the prompt and the school. This was, for me personally, the single biggest value add. Krista was brilliant in helping me craft my story to speak to my target audience in a compelling way. No 2 essays of mine were alike.

Beyond those two points, the feedback she provided was always spot on. She was extremely responsive and detailed. Extremely adaptable to my feedback and the overall evolution of the essay. And always trying to show you at your best.

Interview Prep: Krista prepared me extremely well for all my interviews (5 in total). There wasn’t a single question I wasn’t prepared for or hadn’t thought about due to our prep together. She also gave very specific feedback to each answer I gave drawing on her accumulated knowledge of me.

I worked with Devi using the complete Start-to-Finish package from mbaMission.

Whilst my work experience and GPA average were strong, my test scores were on the lower end of the range. She really helped me brainstorm all possible scenarios to create the best story for my essays. She pushed me and guided me to find my voice and make sure to highlight my accomplishments, believe in my story, and believe in my applications.

She went above and beyond to support me throughout the application process — even going out of her way to help me prepare for interviews for schools that were not part of my initial package. When I lost faith in my chances, Devi was always there to show me the way and help me reframe, ultimately helping me land a spot at the school that perfectly fits my profile and ambitions — with a scholarship!

Beyond the application, Devi thought me how to talk through my story: how to make sure to bring together all the experiences that make me stand out — no accomplishment is a small accomplishment! I couldn’t recommend Devi enough. Thank you for believing in me more than I believed in myself!

Devi is an outstanding interview coach, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. I had the pleasure of working with Devi to prepare for my Stanford interview, and she helped me tremendously in honing my communication skills and structuring my answers.

What I appreciated most about Devi was her honesty and directness. She never sugarcoated anything, and her feedback was always to the point. Her blunt feedback pushed me to prepare for the interview properly and motivated me to work harder to achieve my goals.

Devi’s expertise in interview preparation is second to none, and her guidance was invaluable. She provided me with a structured approach to answering interview questions, which helped me to be more confident in my responses. She also gave me excellent tips on how to present myself in the best possible light and how to handle difficult questions.

Thanks to Devi’s guidance, I was able to ace my Stanford interview, and I believe I would not have reached this level of confidence and preparation without her help. She truly goes above and beyond to ensure that her clients are fully prepared and ready to succeed.

Overall, if you’re looking for an interview coach who will be honest, direct, and provide you with the tools to succeed, Devi is the one for you. She is an exceptional coach, and I cannot recommend her highly enough.

Devi is exceptional. I worked with her for the HBS interview prep. Her intensive mock interviews were instrumental in helping me feel confident and relaxed during the actual interview. Thanks to Devi’s background and expertise, I was able to anticipate and confidently answer all possible questions, making the interview feel like a casual conversation.

Devi’s approach is highly personalized and thoughtful, and she provided me with detailed feedback and guidance throughout the interview preparation process. She helped me structure my story in a way that conveys my strong suit and full potential.

In just a few intensive sessions with her, I was able to improve and I was admitted to HBS.

After working with current students and the hourly consultant I had been working with to prep, I was still left uncertain about how to foolproof my HBS interview prep. Knew what I wanted to say, but wasn’t sure how I’d convey it within the context of the HBS interview format.

Found Devi after extensive research. She had clearly taken the time to understand my application before our first session and asked all the right questions to push me. She immediately found where I had unease in the presentation of my stories/responses.

Devi then worked with me to expertly tailor my framing and responses to ensure I was answering the questions at hand while demonstrating I had the expertise & a passion that I had worked so hard to convey in my application. After 2 sessions I was left feeling beyond prepared. It’s INSANELY impressive how efficient and targeted she is within the one-hour session (i.e. every minute is worth what you’re paying).

Devi isn’t there to help you fluff your responses, she thinks critically about the actual content you’re sharing b/c she has the business mindset herself. In one case she helped me simplify how I spoke about the business model of my company from 3 minutes to a pithy 1 minute easy to understand response.

On interview day I was able to relax and enjoy the conversation because I was prepared and knew what I wanted to convey. Eventually was accepted to HBS!!! I wish I had used Devi from day 1 of application process!

I entered the MBA application process with a lot of unanswered questions, knowing it was a daunting process that would require ongoing support from an unbiased third party. I’m fortunate that I had the chance to work with Nisha for almost a year as I navigated decisions on which schools to apply to, how to structure my application, and how to fine-tune my essays. From our first meeting, Nisha listened to my ideas, thoughts, and questions very closely. I could always trust her to respond promptly and make herself available as soon as I needed her guidance, and I knew from her many years of MBA consulting experience that I was in good hands. Nisha understood my goals from an MBA program and could gently suggest new schools or application approaches that accommodated my personal strengths and weaknesses. Her feedback is very direct and constructive, and she knows how to encourage you over a prolonged application process. I’d recommend working with Nisha to anyone considering getting support from a professional. Thanks to Nisha’s support, I’m joining Kellogg’s 1Y MBA program next month and am excited about my future.

Harold was a committed partner to me throughout the entire application process. I am Australian and the MBA application process is largely foreign to myself and my peers, so it was great to have someone on the ground I could field my questions to and better navigate the application process.

We started our partnership with Harold helping refine my list of application schools based on my character, what I was looking to get out of an MBA, and where I was likely to be competitive given my CV and GMAT score. He was super knowledgeable about the nuanced difference between schools and was candid and pragmatic with where he believed I was likely to have a shot.

He was prompt always in turning around essay feedback and helping me hero my strengths in a way that translated clearly to admissions. He was also always available for ad hoc requests and queries about interviews and processes.

Harold is a really great guy who is truly invested in seeing his clients succeed! With Harold, I got 3/5 interviews and 2/5 offers from my dream list of schools.

Debbie is the rockstar you need to get you into your dream business school. She will be brutally honest with you because she has one single goal – to get you accepted. And trust me – she knows what she is doing so do listen to her. I did and this fall I will start my MBA at the only school I applied to – Chicago Booth.

Applying to business school has been my dream for 10 years and I knew that when the time came, I wanted to do it the right way which meant hiring someone who does admission consulting for a living. MBA Mission is the clear golden standard but I still decided to have a consultation with Stacey Blackman. That consultation reinforced my belief that the best firm you can hire is the one that has full-time consultants with MBA degrees (people who have gone through exactly what we are going through now) and has a track record of helping applicants get accepted – regardless of whether they have AdComm experience. No other firm can match what MBA Mission offers. After I went through all reviews on GMAT Club and Poets and Quants, I knew Debbie is my consultant – someone easy-going and friendly I can easily connect to. I chose Debbie and MBA Mission instead of someone from another firm who actually was on the admission committee at Booth.

Debbie is genuine, always on time with her feedback, and very easy to work with. She would answer all of your questions and guide you through the whole process of preparing your application. Debbie was tremendously helpful in advising me on how I should organize my stories and what I should emphasize in my essays and CV. When I started writing, I came up with so many ideas and in my pursuit of sounding unique, I ended up writing too much and still missing some key points that would help the admissions committee understand who I am and what my goals are. My first draft of the required essay was too far from where it needed to be, but Debbie was honest enough to tell me the truth so I started from scratch and re-wrote the whole essay. My CEO tried to help me with my career essay but Debbie was honest enough to tell me that my original version was actually better and I should keep my voice and style of writing. Debbie will not write instead of you but she will advise you on how to write better. In the end, I’m really proud of all essays I wrote. In addition, thanks to Debbie, I couldn’t have ended up with a better, more polished, and more impactful CV than the one I have now.

I had a very positive experience with Debbie, I produced a very strong application with her help and I ended up being accepted to Booth. I got all I wanted and I can’t recommend Debbie enough. Dreams do come true but you need to put in the work needed – hiring someone experienced like Debbie is a must.

I cannot recommend Devi highly enough for anyone who receives an HBS interview invitation or is considering working with a consultant for their MBA application. Working with her was an absolute game-changer for me, and I know that her exceptional knowledge of the HBS interview process and her personalized guidance were instrumental to my success.

When I received an interview invitation from HBS, I knew I needed to bring my A-game. I had the good fortune to speak with Devi during Round 1, but I didn’t move forward with a full MBA package at that time. When I decided to apply again for Round 2, I promised myself that if I received an interview invitation, I would work with Devi. Her credentials, reviews, and experience gave me every confidence that I was making the right choice. And I was absolutely right.

With only ten days to prepare, I booked two HBS Intensive Interview Simulation Sessions with Devi. She took a deep dive into my application, resume, and essays and came up with an incredibly tailored set of questions that challenged me and identified my flaws. But that was just the beginning. Devi provided clear, structured, and actionable feedback that made a real difference in my communication and mindset. Not only that, but she went beyond the “interview mechanics” to build my confidence and help me be my authentic self throughout the interview.

Thanks to Devi’s unparalleled guidance, I felt completely prepared and confident on the day of the interview. It was an incredible feeling to walk out of that building knowing I had done my best.

Devi, I cannot thank you enough for your amazing coaching and mentorship throughout this process. You truly are an inspiring and wonderful person, and I am grateful beyond words for your help in achieving this life-changing accomplishment. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

When I was invited to interview at HBS, I was admittedly a little nervous about the high cost of working with Devi for interview prep. But I wanted to put my best foot forward, and I’m so happy I made that decision. Simply put, Devi is an absolute professional at what she does. She delivers a realistic mock interview that quite frankly matches the intensity and pace of the real deal. Devi comes prepared with thought-provoking and challenging questions and has very high expectations. Her feedback is blunt and to the point, but that’s exactly what makes it so valuable. Devi’s first-hand experience with the process shines through as she provides specific, actionable advice on how to best present your authentic self. Not to mention that well over half of the questions we practiced in our mock interviews were asked (sometimes verbatim) during my actual interview. If you want to walk into your HBS interview knowing that you’ve done everything you possibly could to prepare, work with Devi! I made the same decision, and strongly believe that it helped me secure admission to HBS.

Devi helped me gain admission to the MS/MBA program at Harvard. Just a week before the HBS deadline, I started second-guessing my application materials and was so fortunate to connect with Devi. She was able immediately to discern the shortcomings of my essay; she helped me identify new material to add and reframe the narrative to be much more compelling.

After I was invited to interview, Devi really showed how she is peerless as an expert on HBS. I signed up for two sessions of her intensive interview simulation. Whereas other consultants might know the general types of questions that might come up in the HBS interview, Devi understands the exact mindset that the interviewer takes on when reviewing a candidate’s background and crafting lines of questioning, having done so for many years as an interviewer herself. Walking me through every part of my background, she showed me how, by intimately knowing my own story, I could weather any question no matter how unpredictable. Further, coming in with an engineering background, I had a tendency to get caught up in explaining the technical aspects of my roles and experiences. Devi taught me how to convert my experiences into eloquent stories that would be understandable and resonate with a business school interviewer.

I was actually shocked at how smoothly my HBS interview went; it was by far the strongest of my five MBA interviews. It’s incredible how well Devi is able to prepare her clients, especially those like myself for whom interviewing doesn’t come so naturally. She provides a truly tailor-made prep experience for every single one of her clients, and it’s that paired with her deep expertise that makes her unparalleled as an admissions consultant.

Finally, I have to highlight how much of a pleasure it is to work with Devi. She was so sincerely invested in my success and cared deeply to support me as best she could. I’m eternally grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Devi and look back fondly on the entire experience. I cannot recommend her any more highly to anyone striving for an HBS acceptance!

From the perspective of a graduating college student from an African university encountering deferred MBAs for the first time, the MBA application process immediately struck me as a daunting, overwhelming, and expensive experience. I was unsure if I was willing to commit to the sheer amount of hours the process demanded.

After meeting Ms. Shklar for a free consultation, however, I felt a lot more confident and had a bolstered sense of belief in myself. Here’s why:
1. Ms. Shklar offered very constructive feedback on my resume review.
– She advised me on how to better frame each bullet point on my resume, using an “accomplishments not responsibilities” framework. Combined with mbaMission resources like free insider guides and YouTube videos on how to get into respective MBA programs, this content allowed me to better contextualize my work experience.

2. She offered keen insight into how Admissions Committees work.
– I didn’t score as well as I would have liked on my GRE, hence mbaMission’s “Acknowledge/Explain/Pivot” came in very handy when explaining why this shouldn’t be an issue in my additional information section.
– Ms. Shklar’s “WISP” method was also a valuable tool I used to guide my recommenders through the dreaded “constructive feedback” essay. Of course, all these strategies were supplemented with mbaMission’s free personal statement and letters of recommendation guides.
– Not to mention, of course, the value of applying regardless of not being accepted in the deferred MBA programs.

3. She offered a personable approach.
– Even as I explained my context and background, Ms. Shklar was exceedingly understanding and gave me practical advice on how I can leverage my “Africanness” in my stories and overall application.
– Even after consultation, Ms. Shklar followed up with a catalog of resources to supplement my application process and was always open to answering any questions I had about the process.

Regardless of the outcome of my application, I am grateful for the openness and kindness Ms. Shklar showed throughout our interactions and would recommend her to any and all prospective MBA applicants.

Jessica is absolutely phenomenal — my only advice is to sign-up ASAP. Right from the introductory call to editing essays to interview prep, Jessica redefined all my expectations. She was the secret ingredient to my HBS and GSB acceptances.

Context: I signed up for the 2-school package:
1. She came highly recommended and had an extremely impressive track record: My mentor and a close college friend had both worked with Jessica, and both had received admission to their top choices
2. Introductory call: Jessica immediately put me at ease as we chatted through my background and experience — even though she had known me for all of 15 minutes, it was clear that I was speaking with someone who was not only experienced but also extremely insightful

Highlights
1. Crafts a powerful story: My favorite part about working with Jessica is that she spent a lot of time/energy in understanding me/my story. My biggest concern was that I had many varied experiences that did not necessarily flow together as a cohesive story. After our initial brainstorming session, Jessica gave me 3 strong ideas for my core essays — I was extremely, extremely impressed. She read ~30 pages on my background and within 12 hours had woven together unique, compelling narratives. The HARDEST part of the MBA process is delving deep and pushing yourself to come up with your narrative — and this is exactly where Jessica shines!
2. Encourages you to stay true to yourself: Jessica will never make you sign-up for extracurriculars etc. to fit a mold; she takes existing accomplishments to build a powerful story! This is rare — other consultants wanted me to take on additional competitions/extracurriculars that were not true to who I was
3. Attention to detail and focus on crafting consistent applications: Jessica is able to zoom out and view your application holistically (which is what AdComm will do). She does full reads of your application and encourages you to pay attention to even the short answers, ensuring that every word in your application conveys something unique and important to the school. I distinctly recall how Jessica noticed that I had highlighted contradictory points in different parts of my application — she knew my application better than I did!.
4. (Patient) accountability partner: I had procrastinated a lot (i.e., did not have the v1 draft by mid-July); Jessica was kind, but straightforward: she gave me the push that I needed to get started on my packet. Without Jessica as my core accountability partner, I might not even have gathered all the application components in time. She moved fast without compromising quality and ensured that I was able to pull together a top-notch application in <2 months.
5. Thoughtful, empathetic, and caring: Since I was running behind schedule, Jessica always made time for me (e.g., she took a call on July 4th despite it being a holiday weekend). Jessica really, really cares about her clients

Jessica has 15+ years of experience (I know 4 people who have worked with her and EACH of them has received admission to one of HBS, GSB, or both); is an excellent writer (her edits/suggestions really “punch” up the story-telling); is insightful story-teller (helps with brainstorming/ideas for every piece of the application); and is a strong communicator (she immediately recognized my weakness in interviewing would be my verbose style).

I was accepted to both schools that I applied to and can confidently say that I would never have been able to achieve this without her. I HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend both MBAMission & Jessica. Don’t think twice.

Krista is the reason I was admitted into top programs including HBS, Wharton, Tuck, and others, and almost all with scholarship money totaling almost $500,000. Go with Krista, you won’t regret it.

From our very first conversation, Krista believed in me when I doubted myself. I was on the (slightly) older side yet didn’t have direct management experience; I came from a decidedly “non-analytical” background; and there was a long tail of other insecurities I had about my candidacy for business school. Krista saw something in me, and she helped me find and amplify my authentic voice. I was on the fence about hiring an admissions consultant because I considered myself a good (enough) writer, but boy am I relieved I was able to work with Krista.

I could not be happier that I chose Krista after doing many free consultations: Here is what I think she brings:

Krista has a preternatural ability to bring stories to life. As a person with a technical software background, I was concerned about explaining my accomplishments in a way that felt impactful yet understandable to a non-technical audience. It turned out not to be a concern at all. For every technical project that I explained in my resume or in one of my essays, Krista encouraged me to “paint a picture” for the reader. Going from an “I did this” to a “this was the impact” mentality was difficult for me, but with Krista’s help, projects that were so esoteric that I almost considered leaving out of my application were now the strongest advocates for my candidacy.

While Krista guarantees a 48-hour turnaround time for reviewing essay drafts, she consistently over-delivers, providing feedback more often than not within 24 hours. As a chronic procrastinator, I felt solace knowing that Krista had my back and actively supported me even—or rather, especially—when R2 deadlines were fast approaching. I was concerned that I wouldn’t be able to iterate on drafts of my essays quickly enough before the deadline, but Krista went above and beyond in establishing even quicker turnaround times that worked with my personal timeline. During times of unbelievable stress, it is a huge relief knowing that your admissions consultant is in the trenches with you, fighting just as hard for you as you are fighting for yourself.

I could go on and on about how she has key insights about specific schools and programs that you can’t find online, how she is always willing to meet with you for even the most trivial of concerns, or how she sends you pump-up emails on interview day because she is so invested in your personal journey, but if you’ve made it to this section of the review, I hope you are already convinced. Krista was able to take an incredibly stressful application process and turn it into a fun and enjoyable experience.

I cannot recommend Krista enough to anyone who is truly serious about maximizing their chances to get into a top business school. I can’t imagine what my application would have looked like without Krista’s help, and thankfully I don’t have to.

When I first started working with Julie-Anne, I had a bunch of jumbled ideas that didn’t fully mesh together. Julie-Anne worked with me tirelessly to help me clarify my message and gain admission to my top-choice school. I have no doubt that Julie-Anne’s help with my essays and resume played a key role in my admission to my top-choice school. I could not recommend Julie-Anne more highly. She is honest, empathetic, and always willing to help – no matter how small an ask. Julie-Anne is simply the best.

After getting the GMAT score I wanted just about a month before the Round two deadline for the two schools I wanted to apply to and with absolutely no progress in my applications, I got in contact with Kim and she took the challenge of helping me with my application despite the tight timeline.

She was totally invested in my applications. She designed a delivery plan for me to work on and gave me faster than the standard reviews on my work.

After the application, she prepared me for the interviews and gave me tips that definitely made a difference in getting accepted into both schools I applied to.

I really enjoyed working with Kim and I’m 100% sure she will be of great help to anyone working with her (even if it means working on a tight timeline!!)

Choosing to work with mbaMission—and Susan particularly—was one of the best career decisions I could have made. She was extraordinarily helpful at every turn, and truly shepherded me through the entire process, from school selection to deciding which round to apply in, to honing my narrative to build the strongest application possible, to the essays themselves. Thanks to Susan I was admitted to both of my target schools: Stern and Tuck.

The business school process is very much a case of “you don’t know what you don’t know”—there are so many components to consider and to make sure to get right. Susan was the consummate guide, helping me prioritize, keeping me on schedule, and helping me think critically about how exactly an MBA would get me to where I want professionally, why each program was or wasn’t a fit for me, why I was a fit/positive addition for those program(s), and how to communicate all of that in my essays and my resume.

I cannot recommend Susan highly enough!

I had a call with Jessica once I intended to apply for an MBA and she really helped me figure out what I could do, what my points of strength are, what my areas of improvement are, and what I can do to capitalize on my profile. She also helped me a lot in figuring out which post-MBA opportunities I can leverage to strengthen my profile. I would definitely recommend Jessica to anyone who wants support in the introspection journey of finding leadership examples and developing a career game plan for their post-MBA journey. She is very helpful in brainstorming sessions!

Deciding to work with Jessica was the single best decision I made as part of the MBA application process. If you’re reading this review, I highly encourage you to reach out to Jessica to see for yourself. Having spoken with many MBAs who worked with other consultants, I can say with confidence that Jessica is in a league of her own.

Why Jessica stands out:
1. Unparalleled ability to ‘see the forest for the trees’ — Jessica’s superpower is her knack for helping her clients realize what makes their application unique. EVERY applicant has a story – Jessica is invaluable when it comes to teasing out & tailoring an applicant’s story for particular programs or application/essay prompts. I cannot stress the importance of this talent enough: every consultant will help you project manage the application process, but Jessica will help you create the best possible output. She asks idea-generating, prodding questions, looks across your applications to identify rich content and themes, and has a knack for finding the details that really help applicants stand out (details I would have NEVER identified myself). Seriously, I can’t say enough about Jessica’s capabilities on this front. She is unbelievably talented.

2. Operational excellence – Jessica keeps you on track. I applied to five schools, and Jessica ensured I never missed a beat or fell behind. Moreover, Jessica NEVER missed a deadline. She often returned substantive edits to my essays or applications well ahead of her agreed turnaround time. The regular engagement with Jessica made the application completion process fun and motivating! It was really helpful to brainstorm with Jessica asynchronously (given I was working full time) and I ultimately feel some of the best ideas came from our regular ping-ponging of essay drafts.

3. A supportive and confidence-building mentor — the MBA application process is grueling and long. You have moments of self-doubt and exhaustion. Jessica was there at all times to help me get back on the horse. This dimension of Jessica’s partnership is one I have come to deeply appreciate. More than anyone, Jessica understands what you’re going through. She helps you stay positive, focused, and productive.

Thanks to Jessica, I am headed to Stanford in the fall. Looking back, I know i couldn’t have done this without her.

Gavriella Semaya is an exceptional professional who is highly skilled at helping applicants achieve their academic goals. Her expertise, guidance, and encouragement have proved invaluable.

Gavriella helped me rework my resume and shape my essays as a reapplicant to top MBA programs. She was always available to answer my questions and provide feedback on my application materials. She went above and beyond to ensure that I submitted the best possible applications and was successful in achieving my goals.

One of Gavriella’s strengths is her ability to show initiative and a genuine interest in her client’s success. She takes the time to get to know the applicant’s unique situation and provides tailored advice and support accordingly. Her passion for helping others is evident in her work and she truly cares about her clients’ results.

Overall, I highly recommend Gavriella Semaya as an MBA admissions consultant. She is a talented and dedicated professional who can make a significant impact on your MBA application journey.

I couldn’t be happier with my experience working with Debbie as my MBA consultant. From the very beginning, it was clear that she has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field, and she was able to help me craft unique and compelling application narratives that really highlighted my strengths.

One of the things that I appreciated most about working with Debbie was her personalized approach to consulting. She really took the time to get to know me as a person and understand my career goals, which allowed her to provide tailored advice and recommendations that were specifically geared toward helping me achieve my objectives. This level of care and attention is rare in the industry, and it made all the difference in my MBA application process.

Another thing that really impressed me about Debbie was her ability to identify potential challenges and obstacles before they become major issues. She has a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the MBA application process, which allowed her to provide targeted guidance and support that helped me strengthen my application in a variety of areas.

Throughout the entire consulting process, Debbie was always professional, responsive, and supportive. She was always available to answer my questions, provide feedback on my work, and offer encouragement when I needed it. Her positive attitude and unwavering commitment to her clients were a real asset throughout the MBA application process.

Overall, I would highly recommend Debbie as an MBA consultant. Her expertise, personalized approach, and dedication to her clients make her a top choice for anyone who is serious about MBA app.

Katy was highly recommended to me by two close friends who are HBS students. She exceeded my expectations throughout every facet of the application process, and thanks to her help, I was accepted into my dream program, the MBA/MBA dual degree program at Wharton/Lauder, and even received a generous scholarship!

As someone with a non-traditional professional background, including a career gap and a salary decrease from moving to Latin America, I was concerned about communicating my narrative in a concise but effective way. From the first meeting, Katy seemed to understand me and through many conversations throughout the process helped craft every element of my application to highlight my fit with the program.

Without hesitation, I highly recommend Katy to anyone seeking help with their MBA application process.

After getting the exciting news that I had received an interview at HBS, I connected with Devi for her HBS Intensive Interview Simulation. While I was initially concerned about the price tag, I can assure you that Devi’s services are worth every penny. She came into our interview simulation having researched every element of my resume. Her questions were targeted and thoughtful, and her ultimate feedback on my responses was extremely poignant. She pushed me to consider how I can think about my responses not just as answers but as providing deeper insights into myself as a person, what I care about, and how I translate that into my work. In our second session, she built upon the frameworks from our initial conversation and pushed me hard to shore up my remaining gaps. As others have said, she shares a lot of tough love, but she also is extremely supportive and helped me to see elements of myself that I didn’t fully realize was there. Ultimately, the results speak for themselves, and I wholeheartedly and without reservations recommend Devi for anyone interested in getting into HBS.

Gavriella Semaya was excellent and efficient with our time. She helped frame my essay and connect them together to create my unique story. Gavriella worked diligently with me to meet my tight deadlines and made sure to help me write a strong essay. She provides a questionnaire to get to know more about you and in meetings helps to dig deep into what makes your experience unique and make sure it’s being tied together and presented in your essay to provide a highly competitive and unique essay. I would highly recommend Gavriella for your IVY League MBA candidacy. Also, shout out to Jermey, the founder, who made himself available and provided advice tailored to me.

Rachel Beck was a fantastic mentor, guide, and coach throughout the MBA application journey. It took just a few minutes into my free consultation to realize that working with Rachel would be the best way to help me navigate through the complexity of the application process. Rachel was incredibly knowledgeable about all of my target schools and gave me tailored advice throughout the brainstorming and writing stages. But, perhaps most importantly, Rachel was there as my cheerleader from the beginning to the end. She was always available to speak, and she consistently came prepared with innovative ideas to make my application shine. By the end, Rachel felt more like a good friend, than a business school coach, and I look forward to staying in touch! I can’t imagine going through this process without her.

Since HBS has always been my dream school, I was set to do everything I can in my preparation once I was fortunate to get the interview invite.

After doing my research, Devi’s HBS Intensive Interview Simulation came up, and I was ready to work after her webinar! HBS Interview Preparation was the most intense interview preparation for me because of the stake and the unknowns – Devi’s candid feedback, some tough love, and patience with my follow-ups helped me to be more calm, concise, and confident in the process – which made the actual interview become enjoyable as I am confident that I put my best foot forward.

The interview prep with Devi was instrumental in getting me into HBS, and her sessions were worth every penny. If you are serious about HBS interview preparation, I would absolutely recommend Devi’s guidance. Thank you, Devi!

Kate is an exceptional MBA consultant to work with. Her extensive knowledge and experience in guiding students through the application process of various schools was tremendously helpful. I could not have made an informed decision about schools without her insightful information. Kate’s professionalism, patience, and kindness make her an absolute pleasure to work with. I had a very positive experience during our mock interview, and the valuable tips she gave me greatly impacted my actual interview. I wholeheartedly recommend Kate to anyone who is going through the challenging process of applying for an MBA program.

I had the pleasure of working with Krista during the 2022-2023 application season. She supported me through the essay writing, interview, and decision-making process. When I think back on my MBA application journey, one of the best calls I made was hiring Krista.

There are a few qualities that make Krista stand out:

1) Krista is a great editor – Krista had an uncanny ability to transform essays without changing the underlying tone or meaning. Some of my initial drafts were vague and not specific enough. Krista rejiggered them and made them more concrete. When my initial drafts were strong, Krista added details here and there that really pushed them to the next level. She would turn “solid” essays into “exceptional” ones.

2) Krista’s timeliness – I paid for Krista’s hourly services and was told that work would be returned within a 2-day timeframe. In the nine months that I spent with her, she never missed this window once. I knew when I sent in an essay, résumé, or org chart that it would be returned ASAP. In some cases Krista would even get back to me within 24 hours. I was particularly impressed by this because I knew she was juggling multiple clients at once. She did a great job of making each candidate a priority and getting back to people in a timely fashion.

3) Krista’s breadth of knowledge about MBA admissions – After my applications were submitted, throughout the interview phase and beyond, I would frequently ask Krista one-off questions about the next steps (e.g. what to wear to an interview, whether to do an interview virtually or in-person, how the employment verification process works, etc.). She was able to answer every question thoroughly, accurately, and promptly. She would even go above and beyond and provide me with links to resources off the Internet or at mbaMission that would give me a more in-depth explanation of a question that she had already answered. If I was in doubt, I knew Krista would be able to help.

Most importantly, though, with Krista, I never felt that I was going on this journey alone. The MBA application process is draining, mentally, physically, and emotionally. While it can be helpful to have family and friends there to support you, in my view, it is even more critical to have an expert who is well-versed in MBA admissions so that you can feel as prepared as possible for anything that may come your way. I felt that I had all of that in Krista and more.

In the end, I was admitted to four of the M7 programs, including my #1 choice: Wharton HCM. I know that it would not have been possible without Krista’s support. I cannot recommend her highly enough. If you are looking for expert help and guidance throughout the MBA application process, choose Krista. She was faultless from start to finish.

Nisha helped me get into my top choice schools (Yale, Michigan, and UCLA) with amazing scholarships at each one. Her turnaround time is amazing and she helped me develop a clear story for each school. Each step of the process was a breeze with Nisha’s experience and advice. She is one of the kindest people I have worked with! I highly recommend.

I cannot thank Nisha enough for her guidance throughout the entire application process. I say with confidence that working with Nisha was the best decision I made.

Nisha was quick to respond – faster than prescribed – which I found extremely helpful, given the tight timelines for application. She has always been kind to provide guidance/ clarification via email or phone call whenever needed, even outside her normal work hour.

Also, Nisha has a special skill for understanding the heart of an applicant’s story, which, I believe makes her edits crisp and insightful. Her questions/feedback helped me craft interesting stories and highlight unique aspects which I had not thought of.

Lastly, during the mock interview, Nisha provided very detailed feedback on each question & answer. She also asked/ helped me prepare for questions that were not in the mbaMission guidebook – which I found really helpful!

Overall, I am thankful for being able to work with Nisha. I am glad that I met her to get into my dream school – top tier MBA program.

Using MBA Mission and specifically working with Rachel Beck was the best decision I made during my MBA admissions process. There are so many different ways of approaching the applications. Rachel took the time to understand my story, my strengths, and my weaknesses to direct me in a way that I would not have been able to do on my own. She went above and beyond — answering calls and emails at all times of the day. I never felt like she was using a one size fits all approach. Each conversation and piece of advice she gave felt so tailored and specific to me, which allowed me to put together a really unique application at each school. I would recommend Rachel time and time again!!

As a re-applicant who had applied to ten of the top-15 US Business schools and failed to get admission from a single school, I was admittedly at a low point. I was convinced I didn’t belong to the top 10 schools.
This is when Nisha’s valuable input guided me out of a difficult period. She did a review my applications and gave me three precise reasons that would very likely have worked against me. I spent the next 4-5 months doing specific things, under her guidance, to target and bridge these gaps. Nisha knows the balance of give and take in such circumstances – it was like a partnership at all times. Despite being the expert, she was always open to listening to my views and incorporated the inputs she felt were reasonable and thoroughly discussed with me the reasons for disagreement, on the occasions she disagreed. It was always a constructive back and forth – and that, in addition to her insights, is what has been special about working with Nisha.
Thanks to her valuable guidance, I have secured offers from NYU Stern and Michigan Ross.

In the short amount of time, I’ve known Gavriella through this MBA process my life changed. While this statement may sound hyperbolic, it’s not. As a coach, Gavriella really helped me make some critical life choices I had to face when applying to graduate school. I really experienced growth in my essay writing, enhanced my interview skills, and even had a more clear vision for the direction of my career. She made our conversations a safe place with no judgment. I was able to gain more confidence in this process which was conveyed in my application and led to an acceptance into my top school. Gavriella really cares when coaching me — she took a deep holistic dive and pushed me in a positive, constructive way. I am blessed to have had her as my coach.

As an applicant from Singapore, I have had the experience of working with Katy over two application cycles – the first for my MBA in 2022 and then after I got into Wharton for the HKS MPA in 2023. Katy supported me throughout the process in different capacities. Although I had been through the essay writing process when I applied for my MBA, the HKS application demanded that I reboot and start from scratch. Katy served as a thought partner in the early stages of the process, someone I could run my experiences by and with whom I could co-create/ craft a narrative. Her inputs to building a comprehensive academic resume were particularly valuable, especially given that I had to reframe a lot of my experiences differently than I had for my MBA application. Once I transitioned to a state of flow/ execution mode, she provided candid feedback and pushed me to add details/ nuances or sometimes even rethink what I was trying to communicate, which made each iteration stronger.
All in all, Katy’s support was instrumental in my building a compelling narrative within a tight timeframe!

I can’t imagine approaching the MBA admissions process without the help of Katharine Lewis!

I’ve wanted to apply to Stanford GSB for years, but my non-traditional background of a creative career in the arts, jumble of transcripts from multiple undergraduate institutions, and less-than-ideal GRE score dissuaded me.

Then, someone introduced me to Katharine. She gave me the confidence and support I needed to believe it could be possible to explain my story in a way the admissions committee would understand. She saw and celebrated my strengths and successes and worked closely with me to ensure my unique career trajectory was conveyed properly for the MBA admissions context, meticulously, through absolutely every portion of the application. No question felt too small to ask Katharine.

I learned so much about myself and my history through her insightful questions that led me to uncover the best material for my application. Katharine also connected me with an incredible GSB alum and former client who gave me invaluable advice and details that greatly elevated my “Why Stanford” essay.

Throughout the process, I constantly said that no matter the outcome, I was so happy I chose to apply and work with Katharine because of how fun, enjoyable, and enlightening the process was. Admissions decision aside, I felt incredibly empowered and validated just by understanding my past through the lens Katharine and I crafted together.

I only worked with Katharine to apply to one school, Stanford GSB, and I was accepted! I know for a fact it wouldn’t have been possible without her. And on top of it all, I found a true friend in Katharine. I felt and still feel incredibly supported and celebrated by Katharine — that she truly cared as much as I did, which constantly touched and amazed me.

I could not recommend Katharine enough, especially if you’re an applicant with an unusual or interesting background who’s not sure how to tell your story in an MBA application. Katharine’s enthusiasm is beyond inspiring, and I am grateful every day that I found her.

I legitimately do not have anything but incredible things to say about Gavriella.
When I decided to embark on this MBA application journey, I started with an idea for a business. I knew that it was a bit of a crazy concept and I was leaving the comfy job for a chance to start a company from scratch. This idea was not simple and when I explained it to Gavriella she was very intrigued, but most importantly, she saw the potential that my story had and immediately knew how to navigate the applications with me. She helped me craft a consistent story on how my architecture background prepared me for MBA with a focus on entrepreneurship. We narrowed down the schools together and then worked on the interviews once I heard back from each school. She had amazing advice throughout the whole process also, for example: prioritizing, getting scholarships, negotiating, which tests to take, and many more. The whole MBA application process can be confusing and overwhelming, especially when you get tons and tons of information about applications. Having her along the process was incredibly valuable because she always had great advice, but most importantly, she understood me and what my idea was about.
After working with her for 6 months or so, not only did I get admitted to all 3 schools I wanted to go to, but also got full-ride scholarships to each one. I am super grateful for everything Gavriella has done for me, I have no doubt that she made a huge impact on my results.