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LBS MBA Application Essays | Securing that interview!
These are examples of detailed MBA application essays that secured a place at London Business School.
Intro to MBA Essay Writing
Translate your narrative into compelling MBA essays that demonstrate clarity of purpose, authenticity, and school fit.
Intro to MBA Essay Writing
Translate your narrative into compelling MBA essays that demonstrate clarity of purpose, authenticity, and school fit.
Additional Essays: Case Study
Case study for understanding how to craft a stellar additional essay for your law school application
MBA Application Tracker
A spreadsheet to organize school deadlines, application components, recommender progress, and submission status across multiple MBA programs.
Why Berkeley Essay
Craft a Berkeley essay that stands out from the crowd and gets you into your dream school.
Stanford MBA Essay - "What Matters Most to You and Why?"
Read an example essay for the Stanford Graduate School of Business focused on helping emerging markets grow.
Writing a Holistic Set of HBS Essays
Your first-draft essays for Harvard Business School probably aren't what you think they are. Listen to two of Leland's top coaches help you see why, and more importantly, know how you can elevate them to a point where you can "go to school in the Boston area".
Stanford Learning Design & Technology - Rec Prep
Comprehensive recommender prep guide for aspiring candidates of the Stanford MS Learning, Design & Technology, Graduate School of Education
Michigan Ross Essay Examples for a Standout Application
See the actual essays that got one student admitted to the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business.
MBA Interview Prep Guidelines
A concise MBA interview prep guide focused on storytelling, school fit, and nailing the questions that drive admissions decisions.
MBA Interview Prep Guidelines
A concise MBA interview prep guide focused on storytelling, school fit, and nailing the questions that drive admissions decisions.
HBS Admit Full Letter of Recommendation Example
This is an example of a letter of recommendation that lead to candidate admittance into the Harvard Business School.
HBS Short Answer Examples
A curated collection of successful short answer essay examples for Harvard Business School, showcasing effective strategies and authentic applicant voices.
Nailing Questions for Your MBA Interviewer
A practical guide to asking thoughtful, strategic questions during MBA interviews—tailored for different types of interviewers and school formats.
Are You Ready to Submit?
A final checklist to ensure your application is polished, complete, and ready for submission to your dream school or program.
How to Write a Personal Statement They’ll Remember
This step-by-step guide breaks down exactly how to craft a compelling, memorable personal statement for law school admissions.
Don’t Blow Your Law Interview: Ask a Stanford JD Anything
Law school interviews can be intimidating—but they don’t have to be. In this interactive session, Machmud M.—a Stanford JD, Rhodes Scholar, and Knight-Hennessy Scholar—will share candid insights on how to prepare for and excel in your law school interviews. From common pitfalls to powerful storytelling techniques, you’ll learn how to communicate your values, experiences, and goals in a way that truly resonates with admissions committees. Drawing on his diverse background across public policy, corporate law, and government—including time at the White House and on the Biden 2020 policy team—Machmud will answer your toughest questions about what law schools are really looking for. Whether you’re prepping for T-14 interviews or your first conversation with an alum, this session will help you approach your interview with confidence, clarity, and authenticity.
MBA Networking Template – Outreach and Follow-Up Tracker
A structured spreadsheet to plan, track, and personalize MBA networking efforts, including contact logs, follow-up reminders, and school-specific notes.
MBA Networking and Events Tracker
A spreadsheet to help applicants organize school events, conversations, and outreach—making it easy to track engagement and tailor applications effectively.
