
Sammi Kaden
5.0
(14)
1,130 min coached
Studied at Darden School of Business (UVA)
Works at BigBear.ai
Available Monday at 9:00 PM UTC
I am flexible on timing. Feel free to reach out even if none of my availability works for your schedule. We can work together to find a time that best suits your needs.
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Sammi's Coaching Offerings
Custom hourly · $129/hr
Get help with Application Strategy, Cover Letters, and .
Sammi also coaches for College, Management Consulting, Sales, Sales Operations, and Business Development & Partnerships. View all.
Sammi’s MBA Qualifications
As an expert storyteller, I'm able to support you in crafting a winning narrative, pulling your entire MBA application together for a cohesive and differentiated application. After applying in 2020, I was admitted to multiple MBA programs and have coached incoming MBA students on their admissions efforts with a 100% success rate. From selecting the right program options to resume review, essay writing, and interview prep, I can coach you through this entire process.
Sammi can help with:
Application Strategy
Cover Letters
Ding Analysis
Editing
Essays
Financial Aid & Scholarships
General Exploration
Interviews
Networking Strategy
Recommendations
Resume
School Selection
Secondary Review
Supplementary Materials
Testing & Assessments
Waitlist Strategy
Sammi also coaches for College, Management Consulting, Sales, Sales Operations, and Business Development & Partnerships. View all.
About Sammi
I began my career as a SaaS sales manager and transitioned through my MBA program into management consulting, before returning to the tech space. During grad school, I developed a passion for career coaching—helping individuals navigate graduate admissions, job searches, interview preparation, and overall career planning. I specialize in coaching for the interview process, with deep expertise in consulting case study interviews, and have guided clients to secure positions at top-tier companies like Google, McKinsey, BCG, EYP, PwC, Amazon, Birchbox, The Peace Corps, and various tech startups. Additionally, I offer tailored support in salary negotiation strategies, helping clients land not only the job but the compensation they deserve. Whether you're looking to pivot your career, unsure how to start your job search, or need a comprehensive application strategy for undergrad or MBA admissions—I'm here to help. Currently, I'm an incoming consultant with a top 3 consulting firm (MBB) and previously interned with Google as an MBA candidate. With over five years as the top-performing sales rep at a social listening SaaS company, I bring a unique blend of industry knowledge and practical experience to help you achieve your professional goals. Let’s connect! Book an intro call, and we can explore how I can support you in reaching your career aspirations.
Why do I coach?
I coach because I’m passionate about helping people unlock their potential and navigate the often complex and overwhelming process of career transitions. Having gone through my own journey of pivoting from sales to consulting, I know firsthand how intimidating it can be to break into new industries, prepare for rigorous interviews, and negotiate for the best outcomes. Coaching allows me to share the knowledge and strategies that helped me succeed, so others can confidently pursue their career goals. For me, the most rewarding part is seeing my clients land roles they’ve worked hard for, often in companies they once thought were out of reach. Whether it’s guiding someone through a career pivot, perfecting their interview technique, or helping them negotiate a salary that reflects their worth, coaching gives me the chance to make a meaningful impact on their professional lives. I believe everyone deserves to thrive in a career that excites them, and coaching gives me the opportunity to be part of that transformation.
Work Experience

Strategy
BigBear.ai
2024 - Present

Associate
McKinsey & Company
2022 - 2024
Admissions Committee
During my time at McKinsey I spent a few months as the Women’s MBA recruiting lead so I have ample experience deep within the recruiting arm of the Firm.

MBA Internship
June 2021 - August 2021
Go-To-Market and Partnerships Strategy

Co-Founder
FaceItMasks
2020 - 2020
Founded a business featured in Forbes, NBC, and Cheddar

Sales Manager
Talkwalker
2015 - 2020
Sammi was also given offers to work at

Amazon

3M

Cognizant

C3 AI
Education

Darden School of Business (UVA)
MBA, Business and Management
2020 - 2022

Colgate University
Bachelor of Arts, Georgaphy
2011 - 2015
Sammi was also personally admitted to

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

State University of New York at Binghamton
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Overall Rating
5.0
Knowledge
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Value
5.0
Responsiveness
5.0
Supportiveness
5.0
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