MBA Admissions

Coming from a technical background, I understand how to form a storyline and appeal to business schools through the resume creation process and answering difficult essay questions while weaving in university experiences and credentials. I have had non-traditional roles for MBA admitted students and I believe that I can help the most for students coming from engineering/computer science/data science looking to pivot into a business background.

I'm a first-generation college graduate and the son of immigrants. No one in my family had been through this process, so I built my application from scratch, with no feeder-firm resume and no alumni network to call. I got into Columbia Business School anyway, spent my career in investment banking at Morgan Stanley and real estate private equity, and now lead strategic finance and corporate development at a Series B AI company in wealth management. That path shapes how I coach. Non-traditional applicants often sand down the exact thing that would have made them memorable, trying to look like the profile they think adcom wants. I start with positioning: what your story actually is, which schools it fits, and how to make a committee see the through line from where you came from to what you'll do with the degree. From there we work line by line on essays, resume, and interviews, where I'll tell you what's landing and what a reader will skip past. Best fit if you're first-generation, from an immigrant family, switching careers, or coming from a background that doesn't map onto the standard MBA pipeline. If you've been told your path is too unusual, that's usually the part worth leading with.

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from MIT Sloan and a Master’s in International and Public Affairs from Columbia Business School, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. My professional journey spans roles at top companies like Nike, Hinge, and Nasdaq, where I honed my skills in product management and marketing. I have successfully coached 5 clients, helping them navigate the competitive MBA admissions process and secure spots at their dream schools. Let's work together to craft a standout application that highlights your unique strengths and experiences. Reach out to get started!

As a highly-skilled product-oriented leader with exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills and 5 years of experience in Big Tech across Apple and Amazon, Jules is adept in breaking down complex problems into manageable tasks, optimizing for success with little resources, and managing multiple dynamic projects concurrently. With a 100% interview success rate to top MBA programs, she is skilled at coaching applicants through mock interviews, providing feedback on how to strengthen interviewing skills, essay review, and resume review. Through effective story-telling, application writing, and interviewing, Jules secured 5 acceptances from MIT Sloan, Berkeley Haas, Chicago Booth, UCLA Anderson and Duke Fuqua with a total of approximately $750K in scholarships across all schools. Jules is looking forward to sharing her ability of crafting a story and essay writing to help you get into a top MBA program!

Harvard Business School MBA Class of 2018

HBS '23 (MBA with Distinction) | Cambridge MPhil | Non-Traditional Background Coach (Former Diplomat) | Former International MBA Applicant | Coached ~60 people in last decade | My MBA admissions insights are shaped by personal rejection and success across two cycles. Former consulting coach & tutor at HBS. ------------ I bring a unique perspective to MBA admissions, having experienced both rejection and success firsthand. After initially being unsuccessful in my applications, I reapplied and secured admission to Harvard Business School (HBS) – without the help of a consultant. Through significant effort and independent research, I gained the insights needed to stand out. Looking back, having a mentor like myself – someone who understands the process and how to succeed – would have made the journey far more efficient. I hold a BA (Hons) in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from the University of Warwick, an MPhil in Development Economics from Jesus College, University of Cambridge, and an MBA with Distinction from Harvard Business School. As a non-traditional candidate, I became a diplomat at just 25 and served in five High Commissions and Embassies, giving me a unique perspective on navigating the admissions process outside the traditional MBA applicant pool. Over the years, I have mentored numerous aspiring MBA candidates, guiding them through every step of the process, from crafting outstanding applications to excelling in interviews. My proven strategies, built on real-world experience and a track record of success, equip me to help candidates from all backgrounds achieve their MBA aspirations. I know what it takes to succeed because I have lived it – and I am here to help you do the same.

I applied to and completed the Stanford MSx program as a mid-career, international applicant, so I know firsthand what it takes to make the case for a one-year program built for experienced leaders. I'm a second-time immigrant and former IDF intelligence officer. I studied EE & CS at Tel Aviv University, then spent nearly a decade at Microsoft, growing from software engineer to Senior Manager of Product. After Stanford I co-founded Gable, where I'm CEO and have raised venture funding. I work best with experienced engineers, product leaders and founders, especially international applicants, who are weighing Stanford MSx, an Executive MBA or a full-time MBA. I help you choose the right program and timing, turn a long, non-linear career into a clear "why now" story, choose and brief recommenders when you're the most senior person in the room, and prepare for interviews. Book a free 15-minute intro call and we'll figure out which path fits you.

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management and a Master's degree from Harvard University, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. My professional journey includes leadership roles at top companies like GE HealthCare, GE Capital, and Amazon, where I honed my skills in corporate strategy, business development, and global finance. I have successfully coached numerous clients through the MBA admissions process, helping them craft compelling applications and navigate the competitive landscape. Whether you need guidance on application strategy, essay writing, or interview preparation, I'm here to help you achieve your MBA dreams. Let's connect and create a personalized plan for your success!

I am a Berkeley Haas MBA candidate, the founder of MBA to Commas, and one of the few coaches on this platform who is actively inside a top MBA program right now. I have coached over 400 MBA students, completed 10 customized mentorship packages with a 100% admit rate across all clients, and previously worked as a coach with an early admit program. I built MBA to Commas from the ground up as a boutique admissions consulting firm specifically for first-generation applicants, career changers, and ambitious professionals who do not have a built-in network guiding them through the process. I know what admissions committees at elite programs are looking for because I have helped hundreds of people get in and I am living it myself at Haas right now. Beyond admissions, I am a licensed California realtor with over $1.1 million in transactions, an Airbnb Superhost, and a content creator with 94,000 followers and over 300 million views across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. I have worked with brands including Netflix, Verizon, and Perplexity AI. I bring that same strategic, results-driven mindset to every client I work with. If you have a non-traditional background, a story that does not fit neatly into a template, or an application you are not sure how to position, I am the coach you want. My track record speaks for itself and I am just getting started.

I'm a Harvard Business School MBA and a former McKinsey & Company consultant. Before HBS, I went through the application process from South Africa — figuring out how to break into a top US programme without the conventional playbook. That's the perspective I bring to coaching, particularly for applicants from non-traditional or international backgrounds. I've helped applicants get into Harvard Business School and Columbia Business School, among others. My approach focuses on the work that actually moves an application: finding the story you should be telling, sharpening it without losing what's authentic to you, and making the narrative cohesive across essays, recommendations and interviews. I've coached candidates from consulting, banking, social impact and operating backgrounds and I believe the strongest applications come from candidates who can articulate not just what they've done, but why it adds up.