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I help cautious people leap and impulsive people land. I'm warm and I'm direct, and I'll ask the question you've been circling around. I focus on helping you think clearly enough to trust your own judgment. My experience: I'm a tech strategist, Berkeley Haas MBA, and former teacher-turned-management-consultant, with a splash of finance (summer internship in IB at JPM). I've pivoted and landed career changes without a roadmap, which why I enjoy helping others do the same. Post MBA, I built deep expertise in strategy and operations at LinkedIn and Salesforce, and I know how big organizations actually work from the inside. I started my career as a Teach For America corps member, where I learned what relentless pursuit of results really means, and that great coaching meets people where they are. While at Berkeley Haas, I was selected as a Graduate Student Instructor for Negotiations based on exemplary performance, and I coached and mentored students through one of the most competitive courses in the MBA curriculum. By going for my MBA later in my career, I focused on the courses some MBAs gloss over: Power & Politics and Interpersonal Dynamics ("Touchy Feely"), the course co-taught with Stanford on feedback, conflict, and the conversations most people avoid. I also facilitated Dialogues on Race. Four courses in how humans influence, navigate difference, and build trust, and I've been on both sides of these classrooms. As VP of Admissions for the Haas MBA student association, I reviewed applications and helped candidates tell stories that were actually theirs. I know what gets someone in and what doesn't.

Hello and welcome to my profile! I'm Tanushka, an incoming MBA student at The Wharton School, with a strong background in consulting at Bain & Company. I've had the privilege of guiding aspiring MBA candidates through their application journeys, leveraging my firsthand experience in the consulting industry and my academic excellence in Economics. My approach is tailored to each client's unique strengths, focusing on application strategy, essay crafting, and interview preparation. If you're looking to craft a standout application and navigate the competitive MBA admissions process, feel free to reach out—I’m here to help you succeed!

Welcome to my profile! As a UC Berkeley graduate with a strong foundation in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, I bring a unique analytical perspective to MBA admissions coaching. My experience as a Strategy Analyst at Liberty Mutual and Ford Motor Company, combined with my leadership role as President of the UC Berkeley Interfraternity Council, has equipped me with the skills to guide clients through the complexities of the MBA application process. I have successfully coached 5 individuals, helping them craft compelling applications that highlight their strengths and unique stories. I currently work within the Quantitative Finance space, and have been accepted to Harvard Business School in the deferred MBA program. If you're looking for strategic insights and personalized guidance to enhance your MBA application, feel free to reach out!

With ~5 years experience in consulting at Bain & Co and Deloitte, I have helped 10+ students crack consulting case interviews with confidence. Now, having just started my MBA at Columbia in New York, I am helping applicants navigate the intense business school admissions process and stand out at every stage - leveraging my successful essays and recommendation letters as inspiration! Focus areas include: - Preparing for the GMAT - Crafting a compelling CV and personal essays - Gathering effective recommendation letters - Nailing interviews - Building smart, effective relationships with alumni and admissions Scoring in the top 3% in the GMAT exam (685 Focus Score / 740 Classic Score), I am well-positioned to support this area in particular - whether you are at the very start of your prep journey or approaching test day and want some last-minute tutoring to settle your nerves! Focus areas include: - Crafting effective study plans - Optimising exam strategy - Drilling on tricky problems

As a current student at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, I bring firsthand, real-time insight into what it takes to stand out in today’s hyper-competitive MBA admissions landscape. I was admitted to three M7 schools and secured a significant merit scholarship, which speaks to my experience crafting a compelling personal narrative, a strategic approach to positioning, and the ability to articulate value in a way that resonates with top admissions committees. I know this process from the inside: the essays, the interviews, the school selection strategy, and the moments where most applicants leave points on the table. Whether you’re just starting to build your story or refining your final applications, I can help you present the most authentic and competitive version of yourself to the programs that matter most to you.

I'm Ryan, a former musician turned consultant turned Duke Fuqua MBA, now working in finance at State Street in Boston. My journey to business school was driven by a mission to leave communities better than I found them—through work in climate/sustainability, impact investing, and international development. As the first in my family and network to pursue an MBA, I had to navigate the application process largely on my own. Now, I help others avoid the guesswork. Since graduating, I've worked with a dozen prospective students on every stage of the MBA journey—crafting applications, preparing for interviews, and choosing between top programs like Duke, Columbia, MIT, Cornell, and UVA. My insights have even been featured by Fuqua in their student blog: Read more here (https://blogs.fuqua.duke.edu/duke-mba/2024/03/21/ryan-vanslyke/knowing-fuqua-was-the-right-fit-for-my-mba). If you're looking for guidance from someone who's been in your shoes, let’s connect—I’d love to help you get into the school of your dreams!

Welcome to your MBA journey! As a coach, I bring a unique blend of experience and expertise to guide you through the world of MBA admissions. I've successfully guided current students across various programs to secure spots at top MBA programs, providing comprehensive support throughout their application journeys. From strategic school selection to essay refinement and interview preparation, I can offer tailored guidance to showcase your unique strengths and experiences. I'll help you articulate your career goals and personal narrative in an impactful way. Whether you're looking to refine your application strategy, polish your essays, or prepare for interviews, I'm committed to helping you present the best version of yourself. My passion for education and mentorship drives me to go above and beyond in supporting your MBA aspirations.

Throughout my time at Northwestern Kellogg I have offered ongoing support to several applicants, including 2 of my closest friends with whom I reviewed application materials, advised on admissions test strategies, assisted in interview prep and ultimately helped them decide which program to attend.

I'm a Wharton MBA and Palmer Scholar (top 5% of class), which means I've sat in the seat you're trying to land — and I know exactly what M7 admissions committees are screening for, because I cleared that bar myself. Since then, I've hired and developed dozens of MBA graduates at BCG, which means I also know what your degree is supposed to set you up for on the other side — and how to write an application that signals you understand it too.

I am a Senior Product Manager at Amazon with 15+ years of experience across Amazon, Rakuten, and FedEx, and a master's degree from Nanyang Technological University. I bring a product manager's lens to MBA applications: clear positioning, sharp prioritization, customer/audience empathy, and a strong story arc. I help MBA applicants translate complex international, technical, product, and operations backgrounds into admissions-ready narratives. My coaching focuses on school fit, career goals, resumes, essays, recommendations, interview prep, and final application review. I am especially useful for candidates who need to connect career experience across countries, companies, or functions into one coherent leadership story. I coach in English, Japanese, and Chinese, and I work well with applicants targeting MBA programs in the US, UK, and Asia.