27,412Leland Reviews

If healthcare is your focus, no matter if it's HBS, Wharton HCM, Haas, or Columbia, Alex is your one-stop shop for application support. He's incredibly knowledgeable in the healthcare, VC/PE, and startup worlds, and he made all the difference for me. He helped me craft a story that was not only impactful but totally feasible, pulling together my experiences into something that felt real and compelling. Looking back, I'm so grateful I had him in my corner throughout the whole journey! Thank you Alex!!

Bria doesn't just coach; she feels like a genuine, knowledgeable, and supportive friend who is all in on helping you land at whatever school you're aiming for. As someone who just went through Sloan's admissions process, I can tell you her expertise there is unmatched, and her interview prep sessions were a game-changer for me. They weren't just practice; they built my confidence and sharpened my responses in ways that got me in. If you're looking for school help, look no further. Bria's your girl!!!!

Working with Betsy was the best decision I made during my MBA application to HBS. When I look at where I started—especially with my resume—versus the polished, strong narrative we ended with, I am blown away. She has a unique gift for helping you uncover your 'brand' and telling your story in a way that shines. Beyond the work, Betsy is simply a joy. She is generous with her time and her heart. Our sessions never felt transactional; a 1-hour brainstorming session often became a 2-hour chat where we bonded over various topics. She made a stressful process feel manageable and even fun. Betsy is an amazing human being, and I am leaving this process not just with a YES from HBS, but with a friendship I will cherish for the rest of my life. Thank you, Betsy!

I worked with Yvette to prepare for my HBS interview and it was 110% worth it. Before reaching out, I spent hours searching online for the best way to prepare, but I still felt confused and needed extra support. Yvette helped remove that confusion and calm my nerves. She provided excellent prep materials and, more importantly, gave thoughtful guidance after my mock interview that made all the difference. Her feedback was incredibly insightful and truly the reason I believe my actual interview went well. One example: she focused on a specific area of my work experience that I thought would not come up in the actual interview, but it did. Thanks to her advice, I was well prepared. I genuinely enjoyed working with Yvette and would do it all over again without hesitation!!!

If MIT Sloan is your dream school, Sushmitha is your secret weapon for both interviews and application. She's not just an advisor; she's the one who made me believe I could actually get in. Her feedback? Deeply personal, laser-tailored to my story, and brutally honest in the best way. No fluff, just the kind of straight talk that helped me refine my "why Sloan" narrative until it felt authentic. If you're serious about Sloan, reach out to her; she'll get you there too.

With zero consulting interview experience, I reached out to Ayda in preparation for the full-time MBB process. She went above and beyond not only giving me direct feedback on casing and behaviorals, but also putting together a daily plan for me to get ready for my first, second, and final round interviews. With her guidance, advice, and responsiveness to my messages between sessions and interviews, I landed an offer at my top choice firm and office. I highly recommend working with Ayda to any prospective consulting applicants -- her willingness to really invest in your process and ensure that you are well-positioned to be successful in your interviews is unmatched!

I was window-shopping on Leland, questioning if my expiring GMAT would ever see an adcom's desk, when I came across Ben. Having been one of Ben's most enthusiastic LinkedIn stalkers for years prior, I was finally emboldened to message him. Meeting Ben affirmed why I myself had aspired to attend GSB: students and alumni who are n-of-1. Ben writes a fantastic publication called "Staying Human", and that's how he makes you feel during this process: unique, real, grounded... human. Ben cares deeply about authenticity and truth-seeking—it's evident in all contexts. Here, that looks like a commitment to know you, to shape your application representatively; this made me personally invest in telling my own story correctly. Ben takes great pride in this work. His response to my acceptance made my own parents' look apathetic. He knows where to shine light, where to push harder, where the extra hours change decisions. Ben is not only a masterful writer—I'd trust him with my wedding vows, my wikipedia page, or my eulogy—but a partner to help stomach self-provoking a trial by committee. He's a rare personality in that he is both exceedingly brilliant and humble, which disarms while encouraging excellence. I admire Ben tremendously, and could not recommend working with him more highly. Ben, this has been such a rewarding (and fun) process because of you! This outcome and our friendship is proof: sometimes, it IS good to meet your (LinkedIn) heros.

Alex helped me craft a resume that got me into several M7 schools. His attention to detail and genuine care was unmatched. I worked with several coaches who couldn't get my resume where I needed it to be but Alex did. He also has offered me so much more help beyond I feel genuinely lucky to have worked with Alex. Seriously, look no further!

If you are looking for a sign to work with Alex here it is. I've worked with a handful of coaches for interview prep and I can undoubtedly say that Alex stood out as the most helpful and constructive. Alex was honest and tough on me from the start but had the most compassion and genuine care to help me shine in my interviews. If you are a veteran or simply anyone who is in need of a stellar coach, look no further you're in great hands with Alex. I could not have gotten into GSB without Alex's help!

Ellin's support in building my personal brand and application strategy was key to my success in the MBA application process. She helped me navigate the entire process, from understanding my strengths and weaknesses to setting a timeline and preparing for interviews. She was always available to answer any questions and was very fast to reply. It was a pleasure working with her and her team!! Thank you!