Heidi was wonderful to work with! She really worked to get to know me on both a professional and personal level and was so supportive throughout the entire process. The initial assignments that she gave were particularly beneficial in helping me to craft a compelling and cohesive career vision and highlight leadership stories to use in my interview and application. With most of the work and reflection done upfront, I was able to go into my essays feeling confident. Even after the bulk of the work was done, Heidi continued to provide support and guidance, and it was awesome to celebrate together once I got news of my acceptance! I cannot recommend Heidi & Fortuna enough. Thank you so much, Heidi!

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I had a fantastic experience working with Michel and would highly recommend her! I worked with her on an hourly basis for applications to 5 schools. Michel is very knowledgeable about the MBA application process and helped me craft a thoughtful and authentic story. I found her to be incredibly helpful with essay revisions. She provided valuable insights on how I could tailor my essays to each school and helped me elevate my personal stories to a higher level. She was incredibly supportive throughout the entire process and always made herself available. I ended up getting into 4 out of the 5 schools I applied to, all with significant scholarship money, and was waitlisted at the 5th school. I am so happy I worked with Michel - it was absolutely worth it!

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Working with Rachel was easily the best decision I could have made throughout this entire business school admissions process. It was clear from the outset that she really knew what she was doing. She took the time to get to know me and my background instead of prematurely jumping into the applications and essays. Throughout our time together, she would bring up anecdotes I had previously shared with her that I myself had forgotten about! She was strategic about maximizing the value of each story, word, and character. Rachel was both incredibly thorough and highly efficient. Her feedback was always insightful, pushing me to think deeply about what I was trying to convey and how to do so most effectively. In the midst of a high-pressure work environment, Rachel helped me stay on track and kept my morale high. I truly enjoyed our conversations. Having her in my corner alleviated so much of my anxiety surrounding the entire application process. Even when I felt like something was "good enough," Rachel pushed me to make it even better. She worked with me right up until I submitted each application and later supported me in preparing for interviews. I received admission to one of my top choices with a partial scholarship. I highly doubt that either would have occurred without Rachel's steadfast support!

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Sharon is absolutely wonderful and a pleasure to work with. I am so appreciative of her insights and expertise on the frequently confusing MBA application landscape. He guidance on every aspect of the application, from essays and resumes to rec letters and interview prep, was all very helpful.

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No areas of improvement

Sharon and Fortuna could not be any better. I can confidently say that my application process would have been significantly more stressful and probably had a different outcome had I not worked with Sharon. I applied and was accepted to two school, one of which was an M7 and the other was a T10. Sharon is very thorough, dedicated, patient, kind, and organized. Additionally, it is extremely beneficial how Fortuna brings in other consultants to review certain products to provide an outside view and perspective on essay responses and resume drafts. I cannot say enough how great of an experience it was to work with Sharon, and would recommend her to anyone considering applying to Business School.

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Thoughtful consultants, quick and clear feedback, expert application process navigation and confidence building

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I was sceptical of admissions consulting services before reaching out to Fortuna. I could not have been more wrong. My experience working with Melissa was nothing short of incredible. Applying to an MBA is a stressful and time consuming process but working with Melissa made it feel easy. The communication was fluid and her feedback on essays, CV, etc was always succinct and helpful. She helped me navigate the application and interview process, which she knows by heart, and built up my confidence along the way. I could not have asked for a better experience – Melissa is genuinely a game changer.

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Working with Emma has been the most amazing experience! With her help, I was admitted to Wharton ($100K scholarship) and SOM (full tuition scholarship). I highly highly recommend her to anyone aiming for the top schools in the US.
Emma really takes the time to get to know you and give tailored advice specific to you, your schools, and your goals. She was there throughout the entire process - from the brainstorming and resume refinement to the interview prep and scholarship negotiations. She is extremely knowledgeable, organized, and efficient. Even in the peak weeks when application deadlines were approaching, her quick turnarounds didn’t waver. Emma strikes the perfect balance between telling you what you need to hear and being an inspirational and supportive coach.
As I’m sure most of us would be for our applications, I was insanely particular about making sure everything was perfect. With one of my schools, Emma gave me feedback on twelve drafts of my essay before I decided to scrap it and go with a different idea (with only two weeks to go till the deadline). She patiently consulted me on my new concept until I was 100% confident about it.
I was initially unsure whether I even needed to work with a consultant, but in hindsight I can confidently say the investment more than pays off. And without a doubt, I would recommend picking Emma to set yourself up for future success!

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When I first started working with Patty, I was overwhelmed by the admissions process. What immediately stood out was her ability to break everything down into manageable steps and make it feel achievable. She has this incredible knack for understanding who you are as a person and helping you bring out your authentic story in a way that feels natural but also incredibly compelling.

Patty’s attention to detail is another huge strength. She doesn’t let anything slip through the cracks—whether it’s fine-tuning an essay or preparing you for an interview, her insights and feedback are always spot-on and make a tangible difference.

What I appreciated most, though, was how invested she was in my success. Patty isn’t just a coach; she’s a true partner. She celebrated my wins, kept me motivated when things felt tough, and was always available to answer questions or offer guidance. Her encouragement and confidence in me made all the difference.

Overall, Patty’s strengths lie in her expertise, her personalized approach, and her genuine care for her clients. She’s not just helping with admissions—she’s helping you become your best self.

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Honestly, my experience with Patty was outstanding, and I achieved everything I set out to accomplish with her guidance. However, if I were to suggest ways to make her services even better, here are a few ideas:

Structured Progress Tracking:
While the process was clear overall, a simple progress tracker—maybe a shared document or platform that outlines milestones, deadlines, and remaining tasks—could help clients stay even more organized and on top of everything.

Client Community:
Creating a private group or forum where past and current clients can connect and share their experiences might foster a sense of community and allow clients to learn from each other.

When I first started working with Patty, I was overwhelmed by the admissions process. What immediately stood out was her ability to break everything down into manageable steps and make it feel achievable. She has this incredible knack for understanding who you are as a person and helping you bring out your authentic story in a way that feels natural but also incredibly compelling.

Patty’s attention to detail is another huge strength. She doesn’t let anything slip through the cracks—whether it’s fine-tuning an essay or preparing you for an interview, her insights and feedback are always spot-on and make a tangible difference.

What I appreciated most, though, was how invested she was in my success. Patty isn’t just a coach; she’s a true partner. She celebrated my wins, kept me motivated when things felt tough, and was always available to answer questions or offer guidance. Her encouragement and confidence in me made all the difference.

Overall, Patty’s strengths lie in her expertise, her personalized approach, and her genuine care for her clients. She’s not just helping with admissions—she’s helping you become your best self.

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Heidi is an excellent advisor, serving as an invaluable additional pair of eyes in conjunction with my primary coach. She brings deep expertise on what schools like Stanford GSB is looking for, and was able to give insightful input on how to differentiate oneself in the essays. Heidi was also very helpful with interview prep, where she conducted a thorough mock interview and gave me constructive, detailed feedback on the areas I should work on. During the process, she was able to be supportive while also productively challenging me to dig deeper and sharpen aspects of both my written application and interview responses. Heidi is fantastic at what she does and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience - I strongly recommend her, especially for those interested in schools like the GSB.

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I am beyond grateful for Heidi’s expertise and support throughout my MBA admissions journey. Heidi played a pivotal role in securing offers from Harvard Business School, Wharton, Tuck, Booth, and Darden despite a non-traditional background and below-average GRE score.

From our initial consultation I felt that Heidi was truly invested in my success and went to great lengths to understand my work experience and how best to leverage it in the applications. She also ensured I was able to effectively convey my goals and background, while tailoring them to the preferences of each admissions committee. I truly do not believe this outcome would have been possible wihtout Heidi’s gudiance and experience in MBA admissions.

I highly recommend Heidi to anyone pursuing an MBA. Although I was initially hesitant at the price of her services, I am immensely grateful that I made the investment in my future by hiring her. Having Heidi as a resource was invaluable, and I am so gratfeul she was willing to take me on as a client. I look forward to continuing my education at a top MBA program!

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Coaches at Fortuna were incredibly thoughtful, capable, and inspiring. I initially met with Karen Hamou and discussed my top schools with her. Based on my industry experience and the schools I was interested in, she introduced me to consultants that would best fit my needs. I consistently found through my conversations with Karen and Silpa that the consultants at Fortuna have an ethos of empowering prospective applicants with kindness and candor.

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Nothing really comes top of mind. I was very satisfied with my experience of working with the Fortuna team.

I worked with Silpa on my Round 1 applications and she helped me get into HBS and the Wharton/Lauder program! When I initially met with MBA advisers, Silpa stood out to me as incredibly professional, grounded, and thoughtful. When working with her, I found that she is an exceptional thought partner, coach, and adviser.

I was initially daunted by the workload and competitiveness of the process but Silpa helped me break it down into manageable steps. She made working together on the applications genuinely fun, pushing me to dream big about what I could use my MBA to pursue post-grad and giving me the confidence that the career milestones I had achieved already were enough to give me a shot at the business schools I was applying to.

Silpa is not only kind and inspires you to think boldly, but is also fiercely capable. She leverages her years of experience in GSB admissions to help you weave together different aspects of your identity and history. She makes you feel truly seen, remembering details you’ve told her in the past to highlight in your essays, or even just personal life updates you told her about months ago.

Finally, I’ll note that she is incredibly thoughtful in her coaching style. When we practiced for the HBS interview together, she offered me feedback in between questions where I could sharpen my answers, rather than saving all of her feedback for the end. She noted that she found it more helpful to give the feedback in the moment to keep the information fresh. After our preparation, I felt more confident going into my HBS interview and was able to treat it more like a conversation about my interests rather than an interview.

Working on the MBA application takes over much of your life for a year. If you want to land a spot at a top program while also having fun in the process, I highly recommend working with Silpa!

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