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Simone supported me in the early stages of my career, offering clear and practical guidance as I approached the job market. His insights made a real difference in shaping my professional journey

Talking with Simone always puts you in a position where analyzing different paths becomes easier, difficulties turn into challenges, and growth becomes an inevitable journey supported by guidance and encouragement.

Simone is amongst the most curious minds I have ever met and he can certainly be a fantastic coach for all those who may need his experience. Give him a try, you won't be disappointed!

Working with Simone has been extremely helpful during a period of reflection and change. He helped me gain clarity on priorities and approach decisions more intentionally. His style is thoughtful, structured, and very practical. I’d definitely recommend him to anyone navigating a transition or looking for direction.

I came into recruiting feeling pretty lost on how to approach private equity - especially networking and telling my story. Michael helped me build a clear plan and gave me very actionable feedback on both technicals and fit. He also held me to a high bar, which made a huge difference. I ultimately landed an offer at a middle market PE fund and felt significantly more confident throughout the process.

I have worked closely with Long during my MBA application. His expertise and mindset really helped me a lot. He provided thoughtful, actionable feedback and pushed me to elevate every part of my application. I would highly recommend Long to anyone who's applying to top-tier MBA programs.

If you’re looking for a coach who feels like a trusted friend, someone who will champion you, celebrate you, and push you toward your fullest potential, Samar is that person. Samar has a rare ability to understand exactly what gives applicants a true competitive edge. She draws from years of experience working closely with graduate students admitted to highly competitive programs. She will guide you toward your goals through thoughtful and engaging conversations that feel both easy and genuinely enjoyable, while seamlessly incorporating feedback into meaningful programming that elevates the entire experience. Samar has a gift for aligning each individual’s goals, personality, and lifestyle with the right school or program. She takes the time to deeply understand who you are, then brings her expertise to help you stand out. I’ve seen how she has transformed our professional development retreats from simple opportunities to connect into truly life-changing experiences. She is exceedingly devoted to her clients and her dedication shines through every step of the process.

I have personally worked with Yu Jie for 6 years now. He has always been a diligent and forward thinking individual. He doesn't just focus on the now, but how can the organization develop throughout time. He exemplified this through project management, engineering, test/trials, and technical management positions. I strongly recommend Yu Jie for the Leland platform, and would highly encourage people to make use of his unique experience.

I can’t say enough good things about Samar—she’s someone you instantly feel lucky to have in your corner. I’ve known her for over 20 years, both professionally and personally. I worked closely with her when we were both in the Electrical Engineering Department at Stanford University. During this time, she supported graduate admissions and managed student life in the department. I’ve seen firsthand how much care and heart she puts into everything she does. She’s incredibly knowledgeable about the admissions process, but what really stands out is how genuinely supportive and approachable she is—students absolutely love working with her! She consistently goes above and beyond, not only guiding students through admissions, but also helping both domestic and international students navigate and acclimate to campus—something that can feel overwhelming when arriving in a new and unfamiliar place. She has a special way of making people feel comfortable, confident, and supported so they can focus on being the best students they can be. Samar is smart, friendly, and honestly just fun to collaborate with. If you’re working toward your higher education goals, you couldn’t ask for a better advocate—she’ll be cheering you on and doing everything she can to help you succeed.

I have known Samar for over twenty years and in that time I have come to know her as a genuine, empathetic, and driven person who is willing to go above and beyond to support those in her care. We worked together frequently to plan annual retreats with a focus on self-reflection, vision planning, and personal goal setting. She did a wonderful job researching relevant, research-based materials to support the goals of each session and proved to be a dynamic facilitator that helped multiple participants reach breakthroughs for their personal and professional goals. I know without her input and hard work with building the structure for our retreats, they would not have been as effective or enjoyable as they were. I know that she would apply that same dedication and eye for detail with any students who work with her on their personal and professional journeys. She would tailor the experience to their needs and interests by making them set ambitious goals that would help them to grow as learners. You're in good hands with Samar!