28,291Leland Reviews

John is such an exceptional guy and I feel lucky to count him as a friend. I went out on a limb and invited him to lunch while I was applying to business schools and, despite his incredibly packed schedule, he accepted. He shared his experience at the GSB and talked about what it's been like starting Leland. I was so impressed by his obvious character and drive to make Leland a success. Since then, we've stayed in contact and he's been one of my most supportive cheerleaders; he even offered to do a mock HBS interview with me one evening late at night after he'd spent the day cranking on Leland and raising his family. He gave awesome feedback that really helped me level up my performance. I ended up on the HBS waitlist (fingers crossed!!) and I know that it's thanks to mocks with the likes of John. I couldn't more highly recommend getting coaching from John, not only for his stellar advice but also to get to rub shoulders with an outstanding human being.

When I was contemplating applying to business school, I figured I had no chance of getting into one of my dream schools given my lack of Tier 1 experience or pedigree. Then, I began receiving coaching from Chas. He guided me along the entire process, effectively helping me articulate my story in new ways, identifying certain themes and strengths that I should highlight in various forms throughout the application. He also helped me understand the complicated unspoken rules and nuances involved throughout the entire process. Chas helped me elevate my application to a level that I literally could not have done on my own. In the end, I was accepted by Wharton in R1 and I couldn't be more thrilled with the outcome. If it weren't for Chas, I simply wouldn't made it into a top program. He was always willing to serve as a sounding board, reviewer, editor, cheerleader, and mentor, whether it was early morning or late evening. If you are considering getting a coach to help you with your MBA application, stop right now and beg Chas to take you on as a client; it will be the best decision you can make for your MBA apps. Not to mention, Chas is such a stellar human being and getting to know and interact with him is its own reward. Good luck!

Roy is very personable and passionate about helping his clients. When I first met him, I was struck by his sincerity and openness to share his philosophy. I had many moments of self-doubt where I felt like I could not give my interview because I was unbelievably nervous. He helped me channel this anxiety into action and a button-up approach. Roy helped me present myself authentically to my interviewer and to do so with confidence. Most importantly, I felt that he was genuinely invested in my success. Roy is an excellent coach for any step in the MBA application.

Sowa helped me with every step of the admissions process: from thinking critically about my school selection and priorities to drafting essays and personal statements. Her approach was thoughtful, allowing me to dive deep into "what matters most to me" and "who am I and what do I bring to the table." She challenged me with questions and constructive criticism to guide my self-reflection. Sowa was more than a coach, she was a friend and confidant. The MBA admissions process is overwhelming (to say the least). Sowa helped me through spouts of imposter syndrome, writer's block, and rejections, and was the first person I went to when I received my acceptance offer. Thank you Sowa for your guidance and coaching during the MBA admission process, but also for supporting my personal growth over the last sixth months.

I really appreciated Timothy's positive and constructive feedback. I was unsure where my gaps were and I feel he clearly articulated where I needed to focus. I feel confident about my application now and I don't think I would have gotten to this point without him -- even though it was only 3-4 hours of his time. Couldn't recommend him more.

I've been working with Karla for the last few months on MPP / MPA applications. Throughout this entire period, she has gone way past what I was expecting to help me craft a compelling application that really reflects my personality. I got the sense that she really tried to get to know me straight off the bat - my background, priorities, and perspectives - and this made her an excellent brainstorming partner while I was trying to decide what to write. When it came to reviewing and editing essays, every piece of feedback she gave was extremely tailored and thoughtful. She also put me in contact with people from the schools I was applying to, which was a really nice touch. What made this experience especially worthwhile was the fact that she was clearly genuinely invested in helping me. She was readily available to answer all my questions, nudged me when I needed a nudge, and provided encouragement when I was nervous. I feel like I have gained a real friend and a mentor!

Laura was outstanding during the application process. She was available nearly 24/7 and provided feedback to my resume, essays, and more very quickly. Her experience as a former Adcom was invaluable. I can't recommend her enough!

Quinn is extremely knowledgeable about the application process and goes above and beyond when working with clients. I had a great experience and recommend him to anyone else navigating the DMD application process

As an international applicant from a non-traditional background I worked with so many coaches in my journey to get into GSB, HBS, Haas and Sloan, and Avi was by far the best one! He was direct and honest while being super supportive and offered great insights I used to ace all my interviews :)

Dione is awesome! She helped me get into my dream business school and helped me shape my career plans and goals. She worked with me through the whole process of applying with the utmost personal attention and detail. She responded to my questions, emails, and drafts incredibly quickly and with great depth, and she provided the needed lens of what admission committees truly look for in candidates. I can't recommend her enough.