Early Starters MBA Prep Plan

Early Starters MBA Prep Plan

Offered by Katie D.

Dual MBA/MPA | Stanford & Princeton | Knight-Hennessy

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Studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business

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Works at Lafayette Square Institute

Package Description:

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.


What you'll get from this package

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


Additional details

Coaching delivered via live sessions and .

Refund Policy

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


Katie D.

Offered by Katie D.

Joined January 2026

Dual MBA/MPA | Stanford & Princeton | Knight-Hennessy

Hey there! I'm Katie—I earned dual MBA/MPA degrees at Stanford GSB and SPIA, and coach admissions for MBA, MPA, and fellowship programs for graduate and undergraduate students. I can't wait to meet you and learn more about how we can turn your dreams into achievable goals, together. I grew up in Tennessee, and got life-changing opportunities to gain a higher education through three fully-paid programs: the Jefferson Scholarship, the Knight-Hennessy Scholarship, and Princeton SPIA's funded MPA program. I've successfully navigated admissions to multiple MBA and MPA programs, and have weighed virtually every combination of joint degree and fellowship program out there. I know how high-stakes these application processes can feel, and how important it is to develop an application and interview in a way that reflects what you uniquely bring to the table. Beyond my own experience, I've spent six years serving on scholarship and admissions selection committees. I've seen how reviewers read applications, what makes essays memorable, and how candidates can avoid common obstacles in the process. I've coached +20 students through every stage of the process—from preparing for standardized tests and identifying the right programs, to crafting compelling narratives and preparing for interviews that feel authentic. Beyond working in investment policy, I love exploring running routes through my new hometown of San Francisco, dabbling on the piano, playing tennis at the park up the street, and hosting dinner parties with my wife.

10+ people coached for MBA

$1,425

6h of coaching

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