28,119Leland Reviews

Suzie absolutely blew me away during our first interaction. I initially reached out for advice on her MBA experience and future career goals. I was immediately impressed by the clarity of her responses, her honesty and how genuinely invested she was in helping me. She helped me with the MBA application process, providing a thoughtful and detailed breakdown of clubs, resources, curriculum, and the overall student experience. Her insights felt both practical and genuine to a level I hadn't felt elsewhere. Additionally, she walked me through her path to the Chief of Staff role. She clearly articulated her full story while also helping me understand how her approach and lessons learned could translate to my own journey. What stood out most were her continued check-ins where she cared about progress. I'm incredibly grateful to have met her and anyone would be lucky to work with her.

Scott is genuinely one of the kindest, and most intelligent humans I have worked with. He not only understands concepts, but has an innate ability to guide and teach others through understanding those concepts.

Jimmy was absolutely pivotal in helping me navigate the MBA admissions process from start to finish. His guidance went far beyond generic advice—he brought nuanced insights into what top programs actually look for and helped me craft a compelling narrative that authentically showcased my strengths. His feedback on my essays was transformative, pushing me to dig deeper and tell my story in a way that truly resonated. Thanks to Jimmy's strategic approach and genuine investment in my success, I gained admission to my target school with scholarship consideration. I can't recommend him highly enough for anyone serious about getting into a top MBA program.

John blends a deep understanding of best practices with his real, on-the-ground experience to provide the expertise and resources for success. Beyond his outstanding skills, he is also a kind and empathetic coach, finding the perfect balance between understanding and pushing the mindsets that hold us back. I cannot recommend John enough.

John is a true coach - he helps people grow and develop. Growth and development is often a painful process because of the required retrospection and change - John makes this process less painful through his care and willingness to be vulnerable. John is a caring and compassionate leader. He never sacrifices accountability and lets his people grapple with the dissonance between where they are and where they want to be.

Hailie was a great help to me in preparing for my medical school interviews. I was ultimately accepted to several top tier programs, and her help definitely boosted my confidence and improved my interviewing skills.

Aidan was instrumental in my investment banking recruiting journey. He provided guidance across every aspect of the process and was an outstanding mentor throughout. Coming from a non-technical background, I especially appreciated how he broke down complex concepts and helped me confidently tackle technical interview questions. Aidan also held weekly Zoom coaching sessions and was consistently patient, supportive, and thoughtful in his approach. It was a pleasure working with him, and I would highly recommend him to anyone pursuing a career in investment banking.

Jimmy was instrumental in preparing my friends and me for the MBA consulting internship interview process. He brought deep expertise, provided candid guidance, and invested meaningful time in our development. Thanks to his support, many of us went on to receive offers from top management consulting firms.

Bhargav is one-of-one with interview preparation. He provided thoughtful, deliberate cases while tracking progress and progression. He also focused deeply on behavioral questions, an often forgotten part of the process. He was a core part of my process that ended in an offer from BCG.

I worked closely with Yitao Yu on my MBA admissions process, and she is one of the most effective and insightful career coaches I’ve worked with. What truly sets Yitao apart is her exceptional clarity on strategy and execution. She doesn’t just give high-level advice, but translates goals into concrete, actionable steps with clear priorities. Yitao has a deep understanding of MBA program cultures and what “fit” actually means in practice. She helped me rigorously evaluate my background, identify the strongest narrative angles, and tailor each application with a rare balance of creativity and analytical rigor. Her guidance combines art and science: compelling storytelling grounded in sharp positioning, logic, and attention to detail. She is also extremely effective at spotting blind spots, whether in essays, career framing, or interview preparation, and offering precise, practical suggestions that lead to real improvement quickly. Every round of feedback was thoughtful, honest, and immediately actionable. With Yitao’s guidance, I was ultimately admitted to Stanford GSB. I would highly recommend her to anyone serious about MBA admissions and looking for a coach who is strategic, detail-oriented, and results-driven.