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This package is designed for applicants who want to write compelling, authentic essays that elevate their Master’s program applications. Whether you're just starting to brainstorm or refining final drafts, this package provides expert guidance to help your story stand out. You’ll partner with a Leland coach to clarify your narrative, highlight your strengths, and shape essays that resonate with admissions committees. Common coaching activities in this package include, but are not limited to: - Kickoff & Planning: Discuss your background, goals, and experiences to lay the groundwork for essays that align with your personal and professional journey. - Application Strategy: Identify key strengths and differentiators to emphasize across your materials, creating a cohesive and standout application. - Essay Brainstorming: Explore themes and storylines with your coach to uncover authentic, impactful narratives. - Essay Development: Write and shape essays that clearly convey your fit for the program and reflect your unique voice and aspirations. - Essay Refinement: Receive detailed feedback and edits to polish your essays for clarity, cohesion, and confidence at submission. This package is ideal for applicants who want to craft essays that are powerful, purposeful, and fully aligned with their goals.
Compelling essays that are differentiated, personalized, and thoughtful — tailored to each school you decide to apply to
A deeper understanding of who you are, what impact you plan to have on the world, and why different programs should care
An outline and several drafts of essays that get you closer to the final polished version that will stand out to admissions teams
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End-to-end support for your Master’s program applications
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Practice realistic mock Master's interviews with a trained expert
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Expert review to perfect your master’s application before submission.
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Joined August 2024
5.0
Results-Driven Stanford Specialist || Empathetic Storyteller || 20+ Admits
I currently teach entrepreneurship at Stanford and founded the Education Entrepreneurship Hub (joint program across all 7 schools). I have firsthand admissions experience with 5 out of 7 Stanford schools (everything except Law and Medicine), giving me unique insight into how different programs evaluate candidates. My focus areas span entrepreneurship (MBA, MS&E, and other entrepreneurial degrees), education, policy, and CS - allowing me to guide clients across diverse graduate programs and career transitions. I work with about 5 comprehensive clients per round (plus hourly coaching for others) because I believe in giving each person the attention they deserve. My 100% acceptance rate comes from one simple truth: every applicant has a compelling story - we just need to find it and tell it right. I love working with: 🌍 The Career Changer with Big Goals You want to pivot - whether into business school, policy, education, consulting, or social impact - but aren't sure how to connect your background to your new mission. That transition story is often your greatest asset. 🎓 The Professional Who Doesn't Fit the Mold You've taken an unconventional path and worry you don't look like the "typical" applicant. I help you reframe what makes you different as your competitive advantage. 📈 The High Achiever Who Undersells Their Impact Your resume looks great on paper, but you struggle to articulate the deeper transformation you've created or the leadership potential you bring. I help you tell that story compellingly. 🚀 The Purpose-Driven Professional Whether you're an entrepreneur, nonprofit leader, educator, or corporate changemaker, you've built something meaningful but need help positioning your vision in ways that resonate with admissions committees or hiring managers. My approach: I work primarily asynchronously, which means you get deeply thoughtful, comprehensive feedback rather than off-the-cuff reactions. You'll submit materials through our shared master Google Doc, and I'll provide detailed strategic insights within 48-72 hours (currently, my dedicated Leland days are Tuesday-Thursday). We'll also have ad hoc calls whenever you need them - whether that's to discuss feedback, work through a tricky essay concept, or strategize on positioning. What to expect: I give honest, direct feedback because I genuinely want you to succeed. My clients appreciate that I don't sugarcoat, but I also celebrate your wins and help you see strengths you might be overlooking. This is a partnership - I bring the strategic insights and admissions expertise, you bring the self-direction and willingness to dig deep into your story - you own your own journey! Our coaching partnership works best if: you're someone who values thoughtful, thorough feedback over quick responses, and who's ready to take ownership of crafting something authentically yours. If you're looking for someone with same or next-day call availability, my model might not be the right fit. But if you want a strategic partner who helps you write essays that feel genuinely like you - just the best, most compelling version - we'll do great work together! My Background: As a Stanford Master's in International Policy graduate (fewer than 30 admits annually), I was accepted to ALL programs I applied to - including Harvard Kennedy School, Columbia SIPA, Johns Hopkins SAIS, and elite dual-degree programs. I know exactly what separates admits from qualified applicants. Recent Wins: 100% acceptance rate across my own applications to top graduate programs. My clients have secured admits to competitive MBA programs, policy schools, and career transitions they initially thought were out of reach. Watch my admissions journey: My story has 66K+ views: https://youtu.be/Ovt5mF1_zoc?si=jH13aXDnLdqPsA5O
5h+ of coaching