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Daniel was an incredible guide throughout my MBA decision journey — from where to apply, how to frame my essays (even word by word), to how to consider my many acceptances (which was partly thanks to him!). I think the honesty that Daniel displays stands out more than anything. He gave me frank advice, that given the factors I was considering, he would recommend I not attend his school. I thought this showed tremendous character — he put my well being above his own, despite the fact he wanted me to attend his school. I recommend Daniel without reservation.

When I decided to apply to Bain, Erik was the first person I contacted. He was on the phone with me later the same day to walk me through the process and provide structure to what was feeling to me like an overwhelming process. From then on, Erik was a go-to coach for me on case and interview prep. He helped me develop a 360-degree view of my performance: what was coming naturally to me, where I needed to invest prep time, and later how I was improving and could push even further. Erik helped me put my best foot forward in my interviews—and I got the offer! Thank you, Erik!!

Helena brings a unique perspective on business, having worked across tech, investment banking, and consulting. As an engineer exploring an MBA to better understand how technology drives management and growth, I found her multidisciplinary background especially valuable. She offered thoughtful guidance on how I could elevate my career and identify the next steps that aligned with my goals. Helena also provided targeted insights on programs that would be the right fit and helped me craft a narrative that played to my strengths. Her help was invaluable—she’s experienced, insightful, and I couldn’t recommend her enough.

Working with Ellin and her incredible team was one of the best decisions I made during my MBA application journey. Thanks to their structured and personalized approach, I was able to navigate the complex process with clarity and confidence. Ellin’s method ensured that every step—from the initial strategy calls to the final submission—was purposeful and efficient. Her team was always available, often going above and beyond to provide timely feedback and thoughtful insights. Their guidance on my essays helped me tell a compelling and authentic story, and the mock interviews were instrumental in preparing me for the real thing. Beyond the technical aspects, Ellin and her team brought a human touch to the process, providing encouragement and perspective when it mattered most. I can’t recommend them highly enough.

As I navigate my pre-medical journey, Elijah’s mentorship and enduring support have been nothing short of exceptional. He has provided me with a range of academic guidance, from course recommendations and suggestions for my gap year, to walking me through organic chemistry mechanisms and the nuances of the nephron. Elijah has accumulated much knowledge in his time, but more importantly, he possesses the wisdom to thoughtfully discern amongst myriad opportunities and pieces of information. I wholeheartedly recommend his mentorship. There exists no shortage of people that may benefit from connecting with Elijah; I would not be the person or student I am without him.

I had the pleasure of working with Ellin throughout my MBA application process, and I can confidently say she played a key role in my success in being admitted to top schools. From the very beginning, she helped me structure and refine my story, bringing invaluable insights that made my essays and applications stronger and more authentic. She was also an incredible partner during the interview preparation phase, sharing thoughtful feedback, tips, and strategies that made me feel much more prepared and confident. What I appreciated the most was how Ellin truly acted as a sparring partner, challenging my ideas and pushing me to dig deeper, while always being supportive and available throughout the journey. I highly recommend working with her to anyone going through the demanding MBA application process — her experience, empathy, and strategic approach make all the difference.

Helena’s experience at the one of the top management consulting firms and acceptances into top 10 MBA programs provide her intimate experience with the journey for any candidate. Her method to ensure you achieve the best results are anchored in a personalized approach where she can evaluate your options and help you create a plan for success. She has been super helpful in my career and MBA exploratory journey.

I thought I knew how to write a solid MBA admissions essay. I had good grades and decent stories, and figured I just needed to organize them. But after my first meeting with George, I realized I was missing what actually made me different, and how to show that to admissions officers. He didn’t hand me a checklist or template. Instead, he pushed me to connect my unique experiences with what I wanted from an MBA. It was uncomfortable at first to dig deeper, but with his guidance, I uncovered stories I never would have used and learned how to make my application feel honest and powerful. When I got my acceptance letters from Columbia and NYU, I felt real pride. George didn’t just help me get into amazing schools, he helped me share who I am.

Great personality!

Brianna was absolutely transformative to my experience at Goldman, from the interview process through getting a return offer. I can 100% say I wouldn't be where I am today without her.