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This is Leland’s premiere package for early starters—designed for serious applicants who are more than 12 months out from deadlines and aiming for the most competitive MBA programs in the world, including Harvard, Stanford GSB, Wharton, and other top schools. You’ll work closely with an expert coach to get ahead of the application process, focusing on foundational elements that will position you for success. This package is ideal for those who want to be intentional, thoughtful, and thoroughly prepared by the time application season arrives. Common coaching activities in this package include, but are not limited to: - Profile Assessment: Get an in-depth review of your candidacy—what’s working well, where you can improve, and how to close any gaps. - Timeline Building: Lay out a clear action plan so you know what to focus on and when to ensure you're ready for the year ahead. - Application Strategy: Develop a strong personal narrative and map out the experiences and achievements that support it. - School Selection: Explore programs that align with your aspirations and start building a thoughtful target list. - Recommender Planning: Identify ideal recommenders and create a smart plan to build and maintain those relationships. - Extracurricular Planning: Strategize around your involvement and identify opportunities to deepen your impact or expand your profile. - Test Prep Planning: Create a study approach for the GMAT or GRE that aligns with your goals and timeline. - Narrative Planning: Begin early brainstorming to shape your story and prepare for standout essays and other application components. This package gives you the space and guidance to approach your MBA journey with clarity and purpose. By starting early, you’ll set yourself up for a confident and competitive application process.
A clear application strategy
Two (or more) recommenders selected and being actively prepared
A clear plan for extra-curricular involvement (if needed)
A timeline that you are confident in and can stick to
A clear profile assessment that leaves you knowing where you need to improve/strengthen your candidacy
A clear plan for test prep (if needed)
An understanding of the schools you plan to apply to
A narrative you are excited to build on and write about
Coaching delivered via live sessions and .
Additional expectations or terms of engagement may be provided by coaches (e.g. expected response times, etc.).
Services included:
Recommendations
School Selection
Application Strategy
Essays
Resume
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Joined July 2025
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Expert MBA admissions coach perfect for non-traditional applicants
I am the Founder and Managing Partner of Zeus Global, a private equity firm focused on technology. I earned my MBA from Stanford GSB and previously worked at Schlumberger, GE, ExxonMobil, Africa Finance Corporation, and Leapfrog Investments. These experiences shaped a non-traditional path into investing and entrepreneurship. As an MBA coach, I help candidates tell powerful, authentic stories. I’ve advised applicants from diverse and global backgrounds on how to craft standout essays, sharpen their career vision, and prepare for high-stakes interviews. I’ve lived the process myself, navigating self-doubt, refining my narrative, and ultimately earning admission to my dream school. Whether you’re pivoting careers, coming from an unconventional background, or aiming for a top-tier MBA, I will help you apply with clarity and confidence. Let's work together to make your MBA dreams a reality!
6h of coaching