Sissi J. | Leland

Sissi J.

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Yale & HEC Faculty | College Admissions inc. NYU, GWU, HEC, Temple, & more!

Studied at Yale School of Management

Works at Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center

Admissions Committee

Available Saturday at 6:00 AM UTC

Usually responds within 7 hours

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Available Saturday at 6:00 AM UTC

Usually responds within 7 hours

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Sissi's Coaching Offerings

Get Into Your Dream College — Complete Package

Expert help on your applications, including essays, activities, and more

Starting at $6,50020h+ of coaching

Write Powerful College Essays

Expert help to brainstorm, draft, and polish winning college essays

Starting at $1,2605h+ of coaching

Complete UC Application Support

Expert help on your UC applications to make you stand out.

Starting at $2,45010h+ of coaching

Custom hourly

Get help with Financial Aid & Scholarships, Editing, and .

Sissi’s College Qualifications

Coaches professionally

400+ people coached for College

Sissi has helped clients get into these schools:

Whether you are aiming for an Ivy League university, a state school, a community college, or a specialized program that fits your goals, my tailored approach will help you craft an application that showcases your strengths and aligns with your aspirations. From essay writing to interview prep, we will work together to find and pursue the educational path that's right for you. As a Yale and HEC visiting faculty member (GNAM) with experience in admissions across a range of global institutions including universities, community colleges, art schools and specialized programs, I offer personalized and strategic guidance to make your application process a breeze. You are: • A high school senior planning your college journey • A professional seeking to enhance your career through further education • An international student exploring study options abroad • A student considering transferring to a different university • An aspiring graduate student researching program options • A gap year taker ready to return to academics • An athlete looking to balance sports with academic pursuits • The first in your family to apply to college • A student with ADHD, dyslexia, or other learning differences • A college dropout ready to resume your educational path • A parent supporting your child's college application process

Sissi can help with:

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Editing

Recommendations

Interviews

Waitlist Strategy

School Selection

Secondary Review

Application Strategy

Essays

Resume

Sissi also coaches for Entrepreneurship, Master’s Programs, Career Coaching, Non-Profit Leadership, and Visual Arts. View all.

About Sissi

Sissi serves as President of the Berlin Fashion Film Festival, showcasing motion pictures from luxury powerhouses like Bvlgari, Prada, and Hermès since 2012, under the esteemed patronage of the European Union and the city of Berlin. From the runway to the classroom and boardroom, Sissi stands at the vanguard of creative industries, commerce, and global cultural affairs. Her award-winning career weaves a tapestry of innovation across academia and industry. Sissi's acclaimed Luxury Brand Management MBA curriculum, taught at top institutions including HEC Paris and Yale School of Management, has even earned her a seat as Trustee at The Hip Hop Museum, a world-class $100M New York State Department of Education Board of Regents chartered institution, backed by JP Morgan Chase and Microsoft, opening in 2026. Airbnb, Disney, and LVMH seek her counsel to navigate the ever-shifting tides of global consumer behavior and cultural shifts, helping brands design experiences, products, and spaces that enhance how we live, learn, work, and play. Sissi's passion for culture has inspired her to live and study across five continents. Lauded as a global game-changer by Condé Nast and American Express, her work has been featured in Forbes, Vogue, echoed through CNN and The New York Times, and found a home in the hallowed halls of London's V&A Museum. • American Express Business, Entrepreneurship Honoree — 2020 • 2x Webby Awards Winner: Sports, Fashion & Beauty — 2021, 2024 • 5x Anthem Awards Winner: Education, Art & Culture, CSR — 2022,2024

Why do I coach?

Coaching allows me to equip others with the tools and insights to take charge of their own career trajectories, particularly vital in this challenging economic landscape. I find immense satisfaction in helping individuals identify their strengths, set ambitious goals, and develop strategies to thrive amidst uncertainty. By guiding others through their professional evolution, I also gain fresh perspectives that contribute to my own ongoing development. Coaching is a mutually beneficial exchange of ideas and experiences, fostering adaptability and resilience.