Jill R.

Jill R.

Stanford MA Graduate | UW Business PhD Candidate | PhD Admissions Consultan

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Studied at Stanford University

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Hiring Manager at Stanford University

Available Monday at 4:30 AM UTC

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Jill's Coaching Offerings

Custom hourly · $129/hr

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Jill’s PhD Programs Qualifications

Coaches professionally

Welcome to my profile! With a Master's degree from Stanford University and experience as an Alumni Interviewer, I have a deep understanding of what top-tier institutions are looking for in PhD candidates. My professional journey includes serving as a Global HR Business Partner and Chief of Staff, where I honed my skills in strategic planning and leadership. I am passionate about helping aspiring PhD candidates craft compelling applications that highlight their unique strengths and research potential. Whether you need guidance on your statement of purpose, research proposal, or interview preparation, I'm here to support you every step of the way. Let's connect and work together to achieve your academic goals!

Jill can help with:

Editing

Interviews

Research

School Selection

Secondary Review

Application Strategy

Essays

Resume

Letters of Recommendation

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About Jill

As a Stanford graduate (MA International Policy ’20) with cross-disciplinary coursework at Stanford GSB and Law School, I bring a unique blend of policy, business, and legal acumen to graduate admissions coaching. My professional journey spans impactful roles at the World Bank, Gates Foundation, and Paulson Institute, leadership as Chief of Staff at a Silicon Valley green energy startup, and current experience as an HR Business Partner at a leading global tech company, where I hone strategies for talent development and organizational success. Having TA’d Corporate Finance to Stanford MBAs and MSx students, I understand what top programs seek in applicants. My multidisciplinary background—from policy to venture-scale innovation—equips me to help you craft compelling narratives that highlight your academic rigor, leadership, and vision. Whether you’re targeting business, policy, or interdisciplinary programs, I’ll provide tailored guidance to transform your experiences into standout applications. Let’s strategically position your story for success.

Why do I coach?

Simply put: I coach because I want to pay forward the transformative power of mentorship. I thrive on helping others unlock self-awareness and articulate their unique value, especially when they feel “stuck” or underestimated. And while I bring expertise in admissions strategy, what energizes me most is the mutual growth in coaching—the fresh perspectives, resilience, and bold visions I learn from younger generations. Your ambition pushes me to think bigger, too. Whether you’re forging a non-traditional path, balancing multiple passions, or questioning whether you belong at the top, I’m here to help you channel those challenges into a story that resonates. Let’s turn your growth into your greatest advantage.

Work Experience

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Global HR Business Partner

ByteDance

2024 - Present

Hiring Manager

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Alumni Interviewer

Stanford University

2023 - Present

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Chief of Staff

Verdigris Technologies

2021 - 2024

Education

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Stanford University

MA, International Policy

2018 - 2020

Jill was also personally admitted to

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    University of Pennsylvania

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