Showing only 5 star reviews
5.0
Annette has been such an amazing mentor to me through my college and post-grad years. She has such a brilliant mind and tenacity in every project. Her care for helping those early in their careers helps them get settled with the right tools and best practices to put their best foot forward. Truly an inspiration and leader!
Katherine D.
March 2026
Vouched for Annette based on experience working together before Leland
Katherine landed a role at:
University of California, Irvine
Emboldly
Zilliz

5.0
John has a knack for bringing out the best out of his team no matter their background or experience level. He’s radically transparent, always available to provide advice, but trusts his team completely to do their best work. John is the reason where I am today!
Cathryn Frances S.
March 2026
Vouched for John based on experience working together before Leland
Cathryn Frances landed a role at:
Atlassian

5.0
Annette Nguyen is, without exaggeration, one of the most impactful career coaches I’ve ever encountered. Based in Irvine, California, she brings a rare combination of strategic clarity, emotional intelligence, and real-world business acumen that immediately sets her apart. From the very first session, Annette demonstrates an uncanny ability to understand not just where you are in your career—but where you should be. She doesn’t offer generic advice; instead, she tailors every conversation with precision, helping you identify your unique strengths, refine your personal brand, and position yourself for meaningful, long-term success. What makes Annette truly exceptional is her CEO mindset. She doesn’t just coach you to land your next role—she coaches you to think like a leader, to make bold decisions, and to step confidently into high-impact spaces. Her guidance feels less like traditional coaching and more like being mentored by a future Fortune 500 executive. She is direct yet deeply supportive, pushing you past self-imposed limits while ensuring you feel grounded and empowered throughout the process. Whether it’s resume strategy, interview mastery, or navigating complex career pivots, Annette approaches every challenge with insight, intention, and results-driven focus. If you are serious about elevating your career and stepping into your highest potential, Annette Nguyen is not just a coach—she’s a catalyst. CEO in the making is an understatement.
Anonymous
March 2026
Vouched for Annette based on experience working together before Leland
Client landed a role at:
University of California, Irvine
UT Austin
University of Utah

5.0
With Raj's help, I was admitted to multiple M7 programs, including at HSW with scholarships. His results speak for themselves. Working with Raj was the best decision I made during my MBA application process. What makes Raj different is that he will tell you what you need to hear, not just what you want to hear, because he's truly invested in seeing you succeed. I could tell how much Raj genuinely cared about my application and this came through on every call we had. His strategic thinking is also exceptional -- he was able weave together different parts of my life into a compelling narrative despite my non-traditional background. Raj was also incredibly responsive, consistently going above and beyond. Whether it was late-night essay feedback or last-minute mock interviews, he always made time.
Anonymous
March 2026
Vouched for Raj based on experience working together before Leland
Client was accepted to:
The Wharton School (UPenn)

5.0
Ben was a fantastic coach and mentor throughout my application process, and consistently provided the best advice I received. He knows the admissions process, he knows the perspectives of applicants, and has real skill in translating that knowledge into success. He also never failed to make time for me, push me, and introduce me to a network of people who could help. You won't go wrong with Ben as your coach.
Josh D.
March 2026
Vouched for Ben based on experience working together before Leland
Josh was accepted to:
The Wharton School (UPenn)
Darden School of Business (UVA)
NYU Stern School of Business

5.0
Annette is caring, intelligent, and a fantastic mentor. I worked under Annette for a summer internship and I was able to grow so much both professionally and personally. She is truly the best and I would highly recommend her!
Timothy S.
March 2026
Vouched for Annette based on experience working together before Leland
Timothy landed a role at:
Viant Technology
J.P. Morgan
Microsoft

5.0
I am grateful for Marie's career coaching services. As a management professional working in corporate America, I was ready for a change, but I didn't know where to begin. Marie was able to help me translate my transferrable skills to the sports industry and formulate a solid exit strategy. Thanks to the strategies I learned from Marie, I received multiple full-time offers across both pro and college sports and ultimately accepted my current role at the NBA league office.
Anonymous
March 2026
Vouched for T. Marie based on experience working together before Leland
Client landed a role at:
University of Michigan
National Basketball Association
McKinsey & Company

5.0
Marie has been an invaluable mentor and career coach to me. She guided me through my early transition into the sports industry, from my first opportunity with the Cincinnati Reds to advancing into leadership as a Community Center Director with the Cincinnati Recreation Commission. Her coaching helped me strengthen my leadership, communication, and strategic management skills, which I continue to use daily. Even as I transitioned into the corporate world at Procter & Gamble, Marie’s guidance has remained relevant and impactful. She has the rare ability to coach across industries while keeping a strong foundation in sports management and leadership development.
Anonymous
March 2026
Vouched for T. Marie based on experience working together before Leland
Client landed a role at:
Major League Baseball

5.0
Don't miss out on an opportunity to work with John! Especially when the stakes are high and there's a lot of uncertainty, he's the voice you want by your side to guide you through it. John personally helped me navigate recent career moves. He's an experienced PMM leader with strong foundations, whether it's specific to dev tools or general PMM skills, he knows how and where to go deep when needed.
Alex Z.
March 2026
Vouched for John based on experience working together before Leland
Alex landed a role at:
Atlassian

5.0
Ben was incredible and with his guidance I was accepted into HBS, Sloan, and Wharton. His ability to communicate clearly and explain how to make my essays better was incredibly helpful
Logan S.
March 2026
Vouched for Ben based on experience working together before Leland
Logan was accepted to:
Harvard Business School
MIT Sloan
The Wharton School (UPenn)
