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First-generation college student Accepted to HBS, Booth, MIT, Columbia, and NYU Stern despite 720 GMAT and overrepresented demographic

Booth MBA with a background in marketing at NielsenIQ and Amazon, where I focused on product positioning and consumer behavior. I apply that same lens to MBA applications: clarity, coherence, and a story that holds up under scrutiny. I have worked closely with peers on essays, resumes, and interviews, helping them surface what is genuinely distinctive and align it across every touchpoint. My approach is structured, direct, and collaborative, so you leave not only with a stronger application, but with a narrative you can confidently own in the interview room.

Hello 👋! I'm Nicole, an MBA graduate from The Wharton School and a current Consultant at the Boston Consulting Group. Leveraging my background in workforce development, recruitment, and consulting, I specialize in helping clients craft authentic, compelling applications that resonate with top programs. Whether it's essays, interviews, or overall application strategy, I’m here to guide you through the competitive landscape of MBA admissions. Let’s work together to make your unique story shine!

Welcome to my profile! As a Harvard Business School MBA graduate and former President of Section F, I bring a wealth of experience and insights into the MBA admissions process. My professional journey includes impactful roles at McKinsey & Company, where I supported clients in healthcare and retail, and currently at CVS Health, leading initiatives to enhance senior care experiences. I have a proven track record of helping clients craft compelling applications that highlight their unique strengths and experiences. Whether you need guidance on application strategy, essay writing, or interview preparation, I'm here to help you succeed. I'll give it to you straight and be honest with you of how to make your strengths stand out.

Welcome to my profile! I'm Matt, an experienced MBA admissions coach with a proven track record of helping clients gain admission to top business schools. I hold an MBA from the Darden School of Business at UVA, where I honed my understanding of the admissions process and mentored prospective students. My expertise spans MBA-specific resume development, essay writing, recommender selection, and interview preparation. Let's work together to craft a standout application that resonates with admissions committees. Reach out today to start your journey to a top MBA program!

I went through the MBA admissions process at Harvard Business School, Stanford Graduate School of Business, and Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, earning admission to all three despite having less work experience than the typical candidate. That experience taught me how to position a nontraditional profile, craft a compelling and cohesive narrative, and stand out in both written applications and interviews. I now help applicants translate their experiences into clear, differentiated stories and prepare strategically for interviews so they can show up with confidence and authenticity. Reach out if you're interested in working together :)

Having gone through the MBA application process and achieved admittance to the five schools to which I applied (Booth, Darden, HBS, Kellogg, and Wharton), I know the dedication required to submit compelling applications that yield your desired result. In addition to this, I've helped a number of prospective MBAs think through their interest in business schools in general, as well as strategize to improve their candidacy. This has ranged from advice on taking specific courses to demonstrate capabilities in weak areas (e.g., 3-credit online, quantitative course to balance a humanities major or a low undergrad quant grade) to tactical tips on navigating a waitlist successfully and receiving an offer of admission. This has also included guidance on GMAT and GRE prep and big-picture thinking to investigate a targeted list of post-MBA career options. I came from a more traditional background at first glance (investment banking, private equity) but had a non-traditional major (Art History) coupled with a personal passion (sustainability) that I hadn't yet explored professionally, but was committed to pursuing in the future. Strengthening weak spots while weaving together my divergent experiences and interests (art, music, Italian language and culture, volunteer tutoring, environmentalism, finance) in my application and detailing my targeted career path (sustainable finance) was a challenging but rewarding experience. I'd love to help you think through links between the many diverse and seemingly disconnected experiences we often have when applying to MBA programs.

I know firsthand how daunting the MBA application process can be, and I’m here to make it easier. As an incoming MBA Candidate at Wharton, I’ve seen exactly what it takes to capture the attention of top-tier programs. My goal is to help you craft a compelling story that highlights your unique talents, experiences, and aspirations. Whether you are looking for a second set of eyes to review your application materials, a partner to practice interviewing and bounce ideas off of, or a full-service guide to work with you step by step through the process, I’m excited to help you land a spot at your dream school.

Welcome to your MBA journey! As a coach, I bring a unique blend of experience and expertise to guide you through the world of MBA admissions. I've successfully guided current students across various programs to secure spots at top MBA programs, providing comprehensive support throughout their application journeys. From strategic school selection to essay refinement and interview preparation, I can offer tailored guidance to showcase your unique strengths and experiences. I'll help you articulate your career goals and personal narrative in an impactful way. Whether you're looking to refine your application strategy, polish your essays, or prepare for interviews, I'm committed to helping you present the best version of yourself. My passion for education and mentorship drives me to go above and beyond in supporting your MBA aspirations.

🚀I'm a top full time MBA admissions coach with 11yrs experience and 85% success rate to H/S/W + Top 15 global MBAs; and I assess how competitively those programs train AI leaders based on alumni interviews. 🥇Being a top coach means I have high coaching EQ and guide with frameworks derived from: 1️⃣ A deep understanding of how admissions officers think - I am rated more effective than coaches who are former admissions officers 2️⃣ Direct experience in the roles you seek, relevant to tie your experience and goals together 3️⃣ Technical startup mentality that allows me to coach you how to showcase your innovative side by pitching creatively 🤖 Expertise in training general AI models (ChatGPT/Anthropic) and training other consultants/professionals to use AI to get non-generic admissions caliber feedback. My 1:1 coaching is traditional non-AI, but for those who want to use AI to accelerate their writing, I help guide you to tools that avoid AI Slop and enhance without making you sound robotic. 🤖HBS Essays Guide at https://blog.getmba.ai/how-to-get-into-harvard-business-school-hbs-essays 🤖AI Usage Guides at https://blog.getmba.ai/ 🧙🏼‍♂️ Expert working with highly technical industries/roles: Enterprise AI, product management, consulting, health&wellness, gov, infrastructure, real estate, fintech, engineering 🌍 Middle East, Europe, Latin America experience derived from working/living in different countries 👉🏼Through our conversations, I challenge you to discover your leadership voice by placing you in the "interview seat" from our first call. I draw on my deep understanding of what admissions look for and what essay questions are truly asking for to help you create an authentic story and ambitious goals that stand out. Together we create a design session where we think deeply about personal and professional moments that show who you are. This leads to your strongest application, higher interview invitation rates, and admissions. 🌍 I work with a small group of international/US candidates each round from diverse backgrounds (tech, entrepreneurs, consultants, family business). I am available for my clients within short notice. Get started right away with intro 1-2hrs foundational call - according to my reviews, it's a worthwhile investment. 👉🏼 Most clients do not have clear goal when we begin working together, but end with clear career direction - and some have started companies based on the ideas we formulated together. 👉🏼Unlimited Coaching package includes additional review by a second coach (you get 2 in 1 coaches!) 👉🏼I apply my superpower as an innovator and storyteller to walk clients through a framework that helps connect the dots of past experiences and future aspirations. We get to your “aha” moment and get you excited (and less anxious) about your own fantastic and bold story - this in turn elevates your competitiveness in MBA applications and interviews. 👩🏻‍💻 IG: MBAcoach 👉🏼My expertise has been featured in Poets&Quants. 👉🏼I have advised professionals across 20 countries in complex industries including tech, finance, consulting, government, healthcare, biotech, entrepreneurship, renewable energy, military, and telco. Experience spans product management, strategy, operations, analytics, finance, sales, engineering and manufacturing. Areas of less expertise: Brand management, marketing, HR. 👉🏼Experienced with top 17 MBAs worldwide: Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, Kellogg, MIT, Booth, Columbia, Tuck, Haas, Yale, NYU, UCLA, Ross, Duke, Fuqua, London Business School, Insead 👉🏼Experienced with MBA, EMBA, PT MBA, & deferred admissions. 👉🏼Experienced with dual degrees MBA/MPP(A) or MBA/MA product, design, engineering, education, biotech. 📣 Poets&Quants Article: https://poetsandquants.com/2024/08/07/tips-to-nail-new-harvard-mba-essays/?pq-category=sbc&pq-category-2=sponsored-blogs 🥇Why don't I have a Leland Supercoach badge? It's awarded based on content creation on Leland+, not coaching experience. I don't contribute to content here on Leland as I post on my Youtube/IG @MBACoach 👩🏻‍💻Personality traits: I recognize that applying to competitive MBAs is a serious process for you on top of a competitive full time job. I inject my naturally open and humorous personality to make the process feel a little less like work. Nimble and grounded are other core strengths, I know when to guide to create urgency and when to give you room to explore your creativity. *Note: only up to 3 initial hourly purchases will be credited toward upgrade to Unlimited Coaching packages