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Heidi’s support was instrumental to the success of my business school applications. Two things worth highlighting:

1. Heidi was incredibly dedicated to my personal story. She helped me uncover unique, impactful experiences that I would have overlooked on my own, bringing a level of depth to my essays that made them truly stand out.
2. Despite having gaps in my profile such as low GPA and average GMAT, Heidi never discouraged me from aiming for top-tier schools. Instead, she worked tirelessly to pivot the focus toward my strengths. I am deeply grateful for her belief in my potential and her relentless work ethic.

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I chose Heidi based on glowing recommendations from peers who had gone through the process, and it has made all the difference! All in all, working with her throughout my MBA admissions process was an incredibly positive and transformative experience. She consistently went above and beyond to guide me, challenge me, and help me present the best version of myself.

Above all, Heidi encouraged me to dream big and have faith in my capabilities. During moments of self-doubt or when I considered completely changing course, she reminded me why I was excited about my goals in the first place. Her ability to keep me grounded and focused was invaluable.

Heidi also spent significant time helping me clarify my career vision. She provided a structured approach to researching roles and industries, which required me to think deeply about my passions and how they translate into tangible career paths. Her guidance on reaching out to alumni and building connections was a particularly helpful sequence that strengthened my understanding of potential opportunities.

Coming from a traditional consulting background, I worried about standing out. Heidi was instrumental in brainstorming ways to make my story unique and authentic. She pushed me to think creatively and tailor my narrative so that it reflected my individuality rather than blending into a common profile.

Finally, Heidi provided a clear roadmap for the entire application process. We began by focusing on Stanford, which made sense given my goals, and used that as a foundation before moving on to other schools. This structured approach kept me organized and ensured that each application built on the strengths of the previous one.

To anyone on the fence about working with a consultant, I could not recommend Heidi enough - her depth of expertise having been in the industry for so long (and on both sides), creativity, and unwavering support made a daunting process feel manageable and even exciting! Heidi has made all the difference, and I will miss our conversations!

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I chose Heidi based on strong recommendations, and she exceeded my expectations from the very beginning. With an unpredictable work schedule, I needed to complete much of the preparation early, and she was incredibly flexible and responsive—diving straight into life story reflection, career positioning, resume work, and essays.

Coming from a traditional background, I was concerned about differentiation, but Heidi helped me identify and articulate unique aspects of my profile through extracurriculars, career goals, and cohesive storytelling. Her ability to synthesize ideas and uncover a clear narrative during brainstorming sessions was invaluable. Her feedback is candid, sharp, and highly effective, and the final essays reflected a level of clarity and polish I wouldn’t have achieved on my own.

Interview preparation was equally strong, with thoughtful, application-specific questions that closely aligned with what I encountered in real interviews. I was fortunate to have a very successful application cycle and highly recommend Heidi to anyone seeking a strategic, honest, and invested MBA consultant.

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Working with Emma was one of the best decisions I made during my application journey. With her guidance, I received admits from London Business School, INSEAD, and HEC Paris, and I genuinely could not have done this without her.

Emma is an outstanding essay reviewer and editor. She has a very sharp sense of what each school is truly looking for and knows how to help you bring that out in your story without it ever feeling forced or artificial. What really sets her apart, though, is how kind, empathetic, and encouraging she is throughout the entire process.

On a personal level, I am naturally quite shy and had almost no experience writing reflective essays. Fortuna’s process is extremely well structured, starting with a detailed questionnaire that helps you slow down, self-reflect, and ease into the storytelling mindset. That structure made the whole process feel manageable instead of overwhelming. Emma’s guidance was crucial at every stage, from early brainstorming to final edits, and she helped me grow more confident along the way.

When I was invited for alumni interviews, I was very anxious. The mock interviews with Emma and other members of the Fortuna team became my main source of confidence and helped me get into the right mindset. The actual interviews felt very similar to the mocks, which made me feel comfortable and prepared. What I valued most in my sessions with Emma was how she helped me structure my thoughts clearly while making sure my authenticity always came through.

She was always patient, thoughtful, and supportive, especially during moments of doubt or stress. If you are looking for the very best support for your application journey, this is absolutely worth the investment. I cannot recommend Emma enough.

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Fortuna Admissions is an excellent choice for MBA coaching. I connected with Judith initially who connected me with Sharon and Catherine and my conversations with all of them were extremely fuitful, productive, and informative. I felt I gained a deeper understanding of the application process and requirements just through my 30 minutes to 1 hour conversations with them.

Catherine is an incredible MBA coach, and I truly could not have asked for a better experience. She takes the time to patiently listen to her clients’ stories and genuinely get to know them. Catherine provided me with thoughtful, constructive feedback on my essays and helped me develop compelling narratives using anecdotes from my personal life that I hadn’t realized could be so impactful.

Having her review my documents, essays, and written communications was extremely reassuring. I always knew she would give everything a thorough review and offer insightful comments and edits when needed. She guided me through every step of the MBA application process and made what could have been an overwhelming experience feel manageable and well-organized. She was also consistently quick to respond to emails, which was especially valuable when working under tight deadlines.

Overall, I had a wonderful experience working with Catherine, and I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking MBA counseling. Thank you Catherine for all your help!

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What I really liked was that Emma would leverage the advice of other coaches who have experiences at certain schools to help me with my application. Eg. for my CBS interview, I had a prep session with one of the coaches who used to be on the CBS AdCom.

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Nothing, Emma is absolutely incredible and I would recommend her to anyone who is looking to get into their dream school.

Emma was the only reason someone like me, with a below-average GMAT score, received offers from Columbia, INSEAD, LBS, and IESE. A friend recommended Emma to me, as she had helped him gain admission to top business schools in Europe, so I had high expectations. However, Emma overwhelmingly exceeded them. From the first call, she was positive, supportive, and attentive. As someone with a below-average score applying to top schools in Europe and M7 schools in the US, I was very nervous about my chances. Emma consistently focused on highlighting the strengths of my profile.

Her attention to detail, quick responses, and calm demeanour made a huge difference to my experience. Her ability to take what I had written on the page and help craft a cohesive, powerful story is truly remarkable. Most valuable of all was her insight into how admissions committees think when reviewing applications—this was incredibly helpful when shaping my narrative and essays. She helped me realise there is far more to an application than a GMAT score.

As mentioned, because of my below-average GMAT, I was hesitant to even apply to Columbia and didn’t think I would get an interview. To have received a direct admit offer is entirely down to Emma—she is absolutely incredible. Admissions consultants can be expensive, but Emma is 100% worth it. She is extremely dedicated and makes every client feel genuinely valued. I always looked forward to our calls because she is such a kind, genuine person, and I fully intend to stay in touch long after my admissions journey.

In conclusion, like the hundreds of other glowing reviews of Emma, I want to echo that she really is a miracle worker—and, in my view, the best MBA consultant in the world.

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I had a fantastic experience working with Michel Belden from Fortuna! She served as my dedicated advisor over the past 6 months and was instrumental in me getting admitted to 4 out of the 5 M7 schools that I applied to. I am strongly of the opinion that I would not have seen this level of success without her!

We worked together through the entire admissions process including: crafting my career vision/why MBA story, tailoring my resume to business schools, preparing my recommenders for their letters, writing my essays and short answer questions, and preparing for interviews. Michel was truly amazing in all aspects of the process! In particular I thought she was very helpful in crafting my MBA story and revising my essays. During our conversations, she was incredibly effective at asking me the right questions to uncover stories from my past that highlighted my best qualities and ensured my strengths really shined in my applications. She also has an uncanny ability make edits to an essay and bring it from 700 words down to 400 words without losing the overall meaning of the content.

Michel was a fantastic person to work with. She was supportive and available throughout the entire process. I could not be happier to have worked with her. I would recommend her to anyone who is trying to get into a top business school - I promise you that it is worth it!

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Detailed work that covers every area needed, from having the right resume to preparing for interviews.

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Going into the MBA application process, I initially felt that I lacked a unique story and often worried about my chances of being admitted to a top program. Sharon helped me uncover and articulate a clear, compelling narrative tailored to each school. She was always available to answer questions, provided thoughtful feedback at every stage, and gave me the confidence to approach interviews fully prepared and self-assured.

While it’s impossible to know what the outcome would have been without her guidance, I genuinely believe it would not have been nearly as strong. I was accepted to every program I applied to, received multiple scholarship offers, and ultimately earned admission to my dream school. I cannot recommend Sharon highly enough. If you follow her guidance, I’m sure you’ll make it to your dream school as well.

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Working with Bill during my MBA application process was an outstanding and memorable experience. He takes the time to dive deeply into every part of your application, ensuring he fully understands your background, goals, and what makes you a truly unique applicant. Bill is incredibly flexible, hard-working, and kind, and he brings world-class expertise in MBA admissions to every interaction. His thoughtful guidance, strategic insight, and genuine commitment to your success consistently elevate the quality of your materials. With Bill’s support, you will feel more confident, better prepared, and fully equipped to gain admission to your dream business school.

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Their platform is very well updated and integrated. Easy to use and filled with helpful information. Their services were also highly flexible to my requirements and schedule.

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Nothing. Emma is absolutely perfect in her role!

Starting the B-school application process had me quickly fraught with stress from having been told many stories: 'You don't have enough experience', 'you're too late in the cycle', 'you come from a non-business background and you will have to do business courses and certifications to even be considered', and the worst, 'You need to re-attempt GMAT'.
After speaking to many consultants, I was put in touch with Emma by a friend whom she had gotten into HEC Paris and from the first call itself, I knew that Emma was the answer to my B-school admissions worries.
Coming from a legal background and with only 3 years of experience in my pocket, I was full of self-doubt and haphazard thoughts on what schools wanted and what I had to offer. Worst of all, I was not clear on what my short term goals post MBA were . In all of this anxiety, Emma was an exceptional source of confidence, knowledge, guidance and encouragement. She was honest about my weaknesses but also showed me the way to improve. She took time and effort to help me really frame why I wanted to do an MBA, connected me with the right people and gave my whole profile the narrative that it had needed and deserved. But what really touched my heart was how she made me realize that I had been undervaluing and underplaying my strengths and achievements. She stood by me even when family and friends failed to and by the end of the process I came to see her as my 'Guru' and not just a consultant.
She is the warmest soul you will come across and coupled with the depth of her knowledge and industry insights, she is your answer to navigating this life altering and strenuous journey called 'I'm applying to B-Schools'.
It was solely through her counsel that I was able to convert all the four schools I applied to, including my dream school, INSEAD! (Being a round 4 extension Indian applicant!!)
Obviously, I’ve already warned Emma to keep her party fits ready, because since she summoned me to France like some MBA-school admissions fairy, she’s now contractually obligated to go partying with me. It’s in the terms & conditions, I checked. :-D

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