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Package Description:
Crafting Standout Stories is for applicants who want essays that rise above “good” and leave a lasting impression on admissions officers. Your essays are the place to make your application come alive. We’ll dive into your background, find the themes that really capture who you are, and shape them into essays that feel clear, compelling, and authentically you. Whether you’re stuck on which experiences to write about or polishing a final draft, the goal is to sharpen your story until it truly lands.
What you'll get from this package
Essays that resonate: authentic, differentiated, and tailored to every school you apply to
A sharper story: clarity on who you are, what drives you, and why top colleges should invest in you
A real foundation: outlines, drafts, and polished versions you can submit with confidence
Additional details
Coaching delivered via live sessions and .
• Invested: I take the time to understand your full story and tailor guidance to who you are and what you want to achieve • Encouraging: I push you to think and write with more depth, giving honest feedback that sharpens your voice and ideas • Deliberate: I help you choose what will resonate most with admissions, ensuring every piece of your application is intentional and impactful
• Inquires will receive responses within 2 business days • Sessions are scheduled in advance and paced around your deadlines • Coaching does not guarantee admission, but together we'll maximize your chances
Services included:
Essays
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Offered by Zack D.
Joined August 2025
5.0
Professional Storyteller: Stanford | Dartmouth | Marines
• Admitted to Dartmouth College for undergrad (plus Stanford Graduate School of business for MBA) • Competitively selected for GSB's two most storytelling-intensive programs (View From The Top and LOWkey Notes) • 10+ years professional storytelling as military PR specialist, AI communications startup CRO, and periodicals journalist • 10+ years in admissions counseling, with volunteer work as a Regional Manager for Dartmouth alumni interviews • 10+ years of leadership and mentorship as a Marine Corps Officer and collegiate varsity athletics captain
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