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Spent five years career coaching at NYU Stern supporting hundreds of students determine and execute their job search strategies. Students I coached have landed everywhere from Netflix and Chobani to Electronic Arts, Tory Burch and The Carlyle Group

Hi there! My name is George Lankas, Stanford GSB class of 2027. I was fortunate enough to receive acceptances to 3 top MBA programs (GSB, Wharton, and Tuck). I ran a tutoring company as a student at Georgetown University, where I helped classmates ace Econ classes and get past writer’s block on essay. I also offer career coaching – after transitioning from an IB oriented role to client facing Private Banking, I know how tricky the pivot can be! I’m passionate about helping people get into their dream MBA program or get their dream job – I want to be a partner and asset throughout your process to ensure you can make your goals become a reality.

Welcome to my profile, and thanks for being here on this important path you’ve embarked on - MBA applications! I am a Harvard Business School Class of 2025 graduate, and I’m excited to help others navigate this journey. My own path to business school was anything but traditional: I moved to the U.S. from Turkey to attend the University of Chicago. Unlike most business school applicants, I left consulting within a year and joined a small startup that later went public. I was fortunate to be admitted to both MIT Sloan with a scholarship and HBS, and can confidently say I know how to package a unique background into a compelling application. I’m especially passionate about helping nontraditional and international candidates stand out. I speak Turkish and love supporting Turkish applicants in particular. Whether you're refining your essays, preparing for interviews, or figuring out your overall strategy, I’m here to support you every step of the way. Let’s connect and get started on your MBA journey!

I am a Columbia Business School MBA with a career in finance at JP Morgan in sales & trading and private equity. Reach out to me for any advice and guidance on the MBA process. I focused on finance and marketing and know how to craft a unique and desirable admissions story. I also am able to advise women and diverse admissions processes.

Welcome to my profile! As an MBA graduate from Chicago Booth and a former member of their admissions committee, I have a deep understanding of what top business schools are looking for in applicants. I've successfully guided 12+ candidates into leading MBA programs, specializing in helping those from non-traditional backgrounds, such as engineering and sustainability, craft compelling narratives. My own journey from engineering to a sustainability strategist through an MBA equips me with the insights to help you navigate school selection, essays, and interviews with a strategic approach. Whether you're aiming to pivot careers or enhance your current path, I'm here to help you stand out and achieve your goals. Let's connect and start your journey to an elite MBA program!

When I first began my application process for MBA programs, I was utterly lost. I had interesting stories, but I didn't know what mattered or how to craft my experiences into a unique and compelling narrative that would enable me to stand out from the tens of thousands of other applicants. Thanks to the help of numerous friends from other prestigious universities, I was admitted to and just graduated from Stanford GSB. This proved to me the power of effective coaching and inspired a passion to return the favor. Over my past two years at Stanford, I realized I found energy in helping informally coach and mentor about 10 people through their own business school applications. Three were admitted into GSB and numerous others into M7 programs. In addition to MBA applications, I served as a Co-President of GSB's Management Consulting Club, where I helped prepare MBA1s for the consulting recruiting process. In this role, I often interfaced with recruiting representatives from MBB firms and gained an "inside scoop" into what matters most during this stressful process.

Welcome to my profile! As an MBA student at NYU Stern School of Business, and having been admitted to all of the business schools I applied to, including Columbia Business School, Duke's Fuqua School of Business, and UVA's Darden School of Business, I have gained extensive experience writing admissions essays, perfecting resumes, and preparing for interviews. As I solely managed the entire process, applying during Round 3 and 4, I gained an expertise in exactly what business schools are looking for and how to craft your story to best showcase your unique strengths and ambitions. Let's connect to craft a compelling application strategy!

I have successfully navigated the process at a high level and understand what it takes to stand out, especially from a non-traditional background. I earned admission into top MBA programs including the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Darden School of Business, Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College, Yale School of Management at Yale University, and the Kelley School of Business - 3 of which were full tuition scholarships. In total, I secured over $600,000 in MBA scholarships. For someone who did not come from a traditional background, these results required clear positioning, compelling storytelling, and a well executed application strategy. Beyond my own results, I bring a unique perspective as both an education business owner. As the founder of a multi six figure tutoring company and a coach for the GRE, GMAT, and Executive Assessment, I understand how to break down complex processes, identify gaps, and help candidates improve quickly. I have worked across engineering, consulting, entrepreneurship, and social impact, which allows me to help applicants, especially those from technical or non traditional backgrounds, translate their experiences into narratives that resonate with admissions committees. My approach is structured, honest, and results driven, with a focus on helping you present the strongest version of your story.

Currently pursuing an MBA from London Business School and a background spanning Deloitte Consulting, licensed CPA, luxury marketing, and early-stage tech, I bring a unique blend of strategic insight and creative problem-solving to MBA coaching. My journey includes a successful transition from audit to consulting at Deloitte, where I led strategic projects and collaborated with global leaders to drive significant business transformations. I was accepted into the highly selective Deloitte MBA Sponsorship Program after pitching a business case and fielding questions from 10 partners, an experience that sharpened my ability to communicate with clarity and impact under pressure. Despite having non-competitive GMAT/GRE scores, I secured offers from London Business School, UCLA Anderson, and INSEAD through a well-crafted application strategy, compelling essays, and a strong CV, exactly the areas I now coach others to master. Professionally, I’ve led global transformation projects at Deloitte, designed new operating models for Fortune 500s, and more recently, pivoted into luxury marketing roles at Santoni and MartyAI, where I now lead digital strategy and customer insights initiatives. Across roles, I've demonstrated an ability to articulate value, pivot with purpose, and deliver results, skills I help my clients harness in their MBA applications. Whether you’re a consultant aiming for M7, a career switcher seeking clarity, or a non-traditional applicant building your narrative from scratch, I’ll help you tell your story with confidence and get results. Let's connect and make your aspirations a reality!

I earned my MBA at the USC Marshall School of Business, where I served as Vice President of the Veterans Association and the Tech Association. That experience gave me a front-row seat to how MBA programs work, what admissions committees look for, and how students can make the most of their time in business school. My own MBA propelled me into roles at Salesforce and later into a Chief of Staff position at Zoom—proof of how powerful the right MBA path can be. Now, I help others create the same kind of transformation. When we work together, I’ll help you: * Clarify your career goals and position your MBA as the bridge to get there * Craft a compelling, authentic application strategy that highlights your unique story * Navigate essays, resumes, and recommendations with insider guidance * Build confidence through interview prep and communication coaching * Understand how to leverage your MBA once admitted, to open doors like I did Whether you’re just starting your MBA journey or fine-tuning your final application, I’ll partner with you to make your candidacy stand out and maximize your chances of admission.