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Video Essay Strategy and Preparation

Video Essay Strategy and Preparation

Offered by Geri T.

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Former HBS AdCom I 150+ M7 Admits I 3X Top MBA Coach

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Studied at University of Delaware

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Admissions Committee at Harvard Business School

Description

The Camera-Ready Package Writing a great essay is one thing. Doing it live (or pre-recorded), on camera - that's a completely different skill set, and it's usually the thing applicants have practiced the least. Video submissions are a growing part of many MBA applications. Schools are no longer satisfied with static essay submissions. I built this package for candidates who want to walk into their video assessments like they've done it a hundred times before. Because by the time we're done, that's how you'll feel. Here's the roadmap: 1. The "What Am I Actually Being Evaluated On" Discussion Video components aren't essay questions with a camera pointed at you—they're testing presence, quick thinking, and authenticity under pressure. We'll break down exactly what your target schools are looking for, whether it's a pre-recorded video or a live, unscripted format, so you know what "good" actually looks like before you start practicing. 2. Your Story, On Demand You already know your narrative from the work you did on the rest of your app. Now we make it retrievable—fast. We'll distill your key stories, values, and spark into a mental toolkit you can pull from, no matter what angle the prompt comes from. 3. The Pre-Recorded Playbook For videos you can prepare in advance: we'll workshop your talking points, tighten your delivery, and run practice takes until you sound natural instead of rehearsed. (Adcom won't be excited to watch a memorized speech. We're going for confident and genuine.) 4. The "On the Fly" Training For live, unscripted formats, I'll run you through realistic surprise prompts—behavioral, ethical, some odd ones so you build the reflexes to structure a strong answer in the moment. 5. Camera Presence Coaching Eye contact with a lens instead of a person is weird. So is knowing what to do with your hands. We'll work on posture, pacing, energy, and framing so you come across as warm and composed. 6. The Full Dress Rehearsal We'll simulate the real thing end to end: lighting, background, tech setup, timing, the works. If something's going to go wrong, better it happens with me than on submission day. 7. Mock Sessions with Live Feedback We'll run through timed, on-the-spot mock questions and record them so you can see yourself the way admissions will. Then we'll break down what's working, what's not, and fix it before it counts. The Bottom Line: You get a coach who's part storyteller and part performance trainer. Reach out when you're ready.


What you'll get from this package

Video assessment briefing (what each target school's format actually tests)

Personalized "story toolkit" — key narratives distilled for fast recall on camera

Pre-recorded video coaching: talking points, delivery, and practice takes

Live/unscripted prompt training: practice bank of realistic surprise questions

Ongoing access to me for questions as assessment dates approach


Additional details

Coaching delivered via live sessions and .

Refund Policy

Services included:

Application Strategy


Geri T.

Offered by Geri T.

Joined November 2023

4.92

Former HBS AdCom I 150+ M7 Admits I 3X Top MBA Coach

Welcome! I am a coach and advisor who genuinely enjoys helping individuals achieve their MBA admissions goals. As a former member of the MBA Admissions Board at Harvard Business School (HBS), I have firsthand knowledge of the admissions process and what it takes to build a compelling application. I've reviewed thousands of applications and completed hundreds of interviews with applicants across all backgrounds, geographies, and industries. I also have experience working with college students applying for deferred admissions (I was part of the launch and management of the HBS 2+2 Deferred Admit Program). I work as an independent MBA admissions coach, guiding clients to success at their top choice schools. Whether you need assistance with school selection, crafting your story/brand, essay/resume writing, selecting/preparing recommenders, or interview prep, I'm here to help you navigate the sometimes overwhelming and mysterious MBA admissions world. Let's connect and discuss how I can support you in reaching your goals. Rated "Leland Top 50 Coach" 2023, 2024, 2025

Coaches professionally

250+ MBA clients

Open to working with clients outside the U.S.

Starting at $690

2h+ of coaching