27,688Leland Reviews

I am writing to share a phenomenal review of my consultant Alex. Alex & I hit the ground running, and he shared several helpful resources to kick off my application journey. We started very broadly by discussing and writing up all of my life experiences to date. Even if it felt like a tangential detail or irrelevant to applying to grad school, I bought into the exercise of starting to put pen to paper. This introspective process lead some key themes to emerge from my life’s experiences, and Alex helped to validate them as themes that would spark the intrigue of an Adcom. At the start, I remember feeling very vulnerable and uncertain of what I put to paper, but Alex was tremendously reassuring and supportive in helping bring my story to light. From there, I spent very intentional time connecting my lived experiences together in a few first-draft essays. With every draft (15+), Alex provided seamless, timely feedback that allowed me to continue my momentum. Throughout the process, he was extremely communicative, available, and honest. I found that these are the three most important attributes that a candidate can find in a consultant! Ultimately, Alex was a fantastic sounding board helping me bring to light a holistic picture of my lived experiences and allowing them come to life in a coherent application. His excitement when I was accepted to the programs of my dreams was genuinely felt, and I feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with someone who believed in me. I don’t feel that I would have had the confidence to be so vulnerable in my application about the things I shared without Alex instilling confidence by rooting for me along the way. In summary, I cannot recommend Alex enough to future applicants, and I am tremendously grateful for the chapter that lies ahead! You will be in good hands.

Alex was extremely diligent and responsive. I am confident that I put the best application together that I possibly could have with his help. He is very responsive and I was able to submit applications weeks before they were due. He was always able to be realistic, while at the same time keeping me confident in my own abilities and candidacy.

Received admissions offer from Stanford. Alex is an amazing consultant. His guidance and advice was instrumental in helping me navigate the application process. He helped me shape my application strategy and put my best foot forward for the ad-com. The flight test was absolutely key in helping me see a 3rd person's perspective on my application. I was also well prepared for the mock interview because of Alex.

As a nontraditional applicant to business school (physician looking to make a career pivot), I was coming into the process with some knowledge, but knowing I may need someone with more expertise to help me stand out. I was fortunate to be paired with Alex, who went above and beyond to ensure my success. From the outset, Alex’s attentiveness and straight-shooting approach were invaluable in helping me secure admission to some of the top business schools in the country, including Kellogg, Ross, McCombs, and Kenan-Flagler. His in-depth knowledge of the application process and his ability to communicate effectively made me feel confident and well-prepared every step of the way. He was able to filter things down on a granular level to highlight my strengths and background. We went over each essay in detail to tailor them specifically and I know they would not have been nearly as compelling without his help. What sets Alex apart from other consultants is not only his expertise in the admissions process but also his genuine commitment to his clients. He was always extremely responsive to my questions and concerns, providing prompt and clear answers that addressed my needs. I never felt rushed or dismissed; instead, I felt like I had a true partner who cared about my success and was willing to go the extra mile to help me achieve it. Even after our official consulting period had ended, Alex continued to follow up with me multiple times, assisting me in the crucial decision-making process of which school to choose. This level of dedication and personal involvement is rare to find in today’s fast-paced, results-driven world, and it speaks volumes about Alex’s character and his resolve to help his clients succeed. Ultimately I chose Michigan Ross, Go Blue! I cannot recommend Alex highly enough as an MBA consultant for anyone seeking expert guidance and support in their business school journey. He is not only an attentive and responsive professional but also a genuine and compassionate individual who truly goes above and beyond to help his clients reach their goals. Thanks to Alex, I have the incredible opportunity to study at a top-tier business school and embark on a life-changing new chapter in my career.

I feel so lucky to have paired with Alex. Time and my low GMAT score were significant detriments, but Alex made it work since I got accepted to Kellogg! He is highly knowledgeable and helped me curate an application that overcame my low GMAT and highlighted my leadership skills and international experience. Alex was motivating and answered all my burning questions throughout the excruciatingly stressful process. He is also a phenomenal editor who helped me polish my essays. I truly believe he was instrumental in helping me overcome my low GMAT and tailoring a story to showcase that I'm more than just my GMAT score. My sincerest gratitude to Alex!

Alex has been a great resource during applications. I was hesitant to use consulting assistance due to the high cost, but I think that it was worth it for keeping me on track and explaining the process. Alex is very responsive and will read your essays well into the night, even at crunch time, which I appreciated. He’s a talented writer and helps bring out the best content and cut fluff. Being budget-conscious, my overall process was: take notes from Adam Markus blog, 1 hour with Alex on essay topics and strategy, then writing and proofreading with 2 trusted friends, then 2-3 hours of back and forth proofreading with Alex, and finally 1 hour of miscellaneous work like resume, etc. I found that the overall value of consulting was logarithmic – invaluable at first and less relevant as the application becomes more polished and suggestions become more stylistic rather than practical. Overall, I think it was a worthwhile expense, because it reduced the stress of possibly missing something, and because it saved me time (whole process took less than two weeks).

Embarking on my application journey was an initially daunting prospect, but Alex’s exceptional consulting services quickly alleviated my concerns. His distinctive trait is his patient approach. He spent time to understand my aspirations and strengths, facilitating deep self-reflection which allowed me to effectively portray my achievements and tailor a compelling narrative for my application. Alex’s profound knowledge of the program to which I applied provided me with strategic insights that proved invaluable. His detailed understanding of the specific application requirements and expectations, coupled with consistent, clear communication, instilled confidence and ensured my application was both accurate and impactful. Alex’s blend of personal understanding, strategic knowledge, and unwavering patience has truly enhanced my application experience. I would wholeheartedly recommend his services to any prospective applicant who is seeking thorough, personalized guidance in the competitive world of admissions.

Worked with Alex on my full time MBA applications and was blown away with his professional, candid and thoughtful perspective. Alex is a gifted writer and will help you craft the perfect essays, recommendation templates and resume. Really glad to have met him. The application process is an undertaking and having someone like Alex on your team will keep you on track and ensure you get across the best version of yourself to adcom. Alex is the best it gets!

I had a tight round 1 deadline for a number of schools. Alex was available round the clock to help. I don’t think I would have made the essays I did without him that helped me receive admission into a number of m7 programs. He pushed me to produce essays I wouldn’t have been able to produce on my own-essays well outside my comfort zone. As importantly, he was always available if I had a nagging concern in relation to any aspect of my application and would go out of his way to ensure alleviate my concern. Thanks again for everything Alex!

Alex was my primary partner in every step of the MBA admissions process and helped me secure MIT Sloan Fellows ’25 admit. My advice for MBA aspirants: If you can afford it, then hire consultants – definitely worth the investment. From day one Alex was very patient and a calming influence throughout this nerve-racking admissions process. Alex’s guidance every step of the process was instrumental in my securing an MBA spot at my choice program. After an in-depth discussion, he developed the strategy for our approach. He helped me fine tune my essays and different aspects of my application. Alex’s technology experience was pivotal in effectively highlighting my achievements. The most significant benefit for me was the incredible interview prep – Alex conducted mock interview and then dissected each of my response with constructive criticism. His feedback helped me hone my ideas, to make the most of the half hour. It is no surprise that Alex has a 100% interview rate. The colleges look at what you have done as an indication of future contribution. The consultant is not a magic ride to admissions. You still have to get the GMAT/GRE score, experience and build a spectacular resume with tons of impact. You will be writing all the essays and the applications. But the consultant can help package your application and present a compelling narrative of your contribution and impact.