I was very unfamiliar with the MBA application process when I initially started working with Rachel. I hadn't taken a standardized test, written essays, or even updated my resume since undergrad - and it showed. Other consultants I spoke with were less confident in my chances of admission to the schools I was targeting. I was fairly adamant about going to HBS, and Rachel never wavered in her confidence that I could achieve it. She warned me, going in, that her process was much more rigorous and pushed applicants through far more revisions than typical consultants, but that level of detail and accountability was what I was looking for and often kept me honest about what I was really trying to show (not tell) in my essays. She also remembers so many details and helps you craft a narrative from literally anything. Things I tossed aside early on in my essay revisions or resume building, she remembered, and we were able to use later on. She worked directly with my recommenders to ensure their letters were polished and aligned with my application without telling me what they wrote. Beyond the tactical guidance, Rachel was so incredibly encouraging and would work with me at all hours, especially down to the wire. Thanks to her support, I was admitted to the two schools I applied to, HBS and Wharton, and I genuinely do not think I would be in this position without her guidance and support!

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Working with Rachel was one of the best decisions I made during the application process. I was admitted to both Harvard and Stanford, which were the two schools we worked on together, but the bigger thing I got from working with her was clarity. She helped me understand what I actually wanted to do next and why it mattered to me.

Rachel was very straightforward in a way I really appreciated. She pushed me when something was vague, told me when an answer was not landing, and helped me get to a version of my story that felt much more honest and focused.

I also really appreciated how seriously she took my background and my future goals in development. I never felt like she was trying to force me into a standard MBA applicant mold. She helped me make sense of the throughline in my experiences and explain why development was not just an interest, but the direction I wanted to build my career around.

She was also extremely responsive and steady through the stressful parts of the process. When my planned test scores expired earlier than expected, she helped me quickly game plan instead of spiraling. That was true throughout working with her. She helped me focus on what mattered and not get stuck in my own head.

Interview prep with Rachel was also so helpful. She helped me see where I could be more specific, where I was rambling, and how to talk about my goals in a way that felt natural. I went into my interviews feeling prepared, but still like myself.

I would highly recommend Rachel to anyone applying. She made the whole process feel much less overwhelming, and I am really grateful I had her in my corner.

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When I began my MBA application journey targeting the M7 schools as a Southeast Asian candidate with a non-traditional background, I knew it was important to work with an admissions consultant who would truly understand my perspective and personal story. From my very first conversation with Rachel, I knew she was the right person for the journey. Among all the consultants I spoke with, she was the only one who genuinely believed I had what it takes to be admitted to HSW and gave me the confidence that I could reach that goal. I immediately felt both comfortable and assured working with her.

At the same time, Rachel challenged me in the best possible way. She was relentless in asking the difficult “why” questions. Those conversations pushed me to think more deeply about my motivations, reflect on the experiences that shaped me, and articulate the values and aspirations behind my goals. Through this process, Rachel helped me connect the dots across my life and transform them into authentic and compelling narratives for my applications. Without her guidance, I don’t think I would have been able to present the strongest and most genuine version of myself. She helped surface strengths, reflections, and insights that I likely would not have been able to identify or express on my own.

For anyone considering applying to M7, especially international folks from non-traditional backgrounds who may feel uncertain about how to position themselves, I would strongly recommend working with Rachel. Her ability to draw out your story, challenge your thinking, and help you present it with clarity and authenticity makes her an exceptional partner in the MBA application journey.

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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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Getting into GSB wouldn't have been possible without the amazing support and guidance of Rachel! She has been an absolute rockstar throughout this entire journey. From our very first conversation, I knew I was in good hands. She's been there for me every step of the way, offering invaluable advice, encouragement, and unwavering support. I am so grateful for her dedication and genuine interest to get my application and letters to the best shape possible. Rachel, you are an absolute superstar, and I cannot thank you enough for believing in me and helping me achieve my dreams. If you're considering applying to GSB, or any MBA program for that matter, do yourself a favor and reach out to Rachel—you won't regret it! Thank you, Rachel, from the bottom of my heart!

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Working with Rachel was wonderful! We worked together on a hourly-consulting basis. From the start, she was incredibly responsive and generous with her time, always willing to offer guidance whenever needed. Her feedback was consistently detailed and incisive, helping me fine-tune multiple aspects of my application. Rachel was particularly helpful as I prepared for interviews. She conducted an awesome mock interview that not only simulated the real experience but also boosted my confidence. She provided great feedback and tips to help me present myself in the best possible light.

An aspect of Rachel’s approach that stood out was her focus on helping me take ownership of my achievements - a part of the admissions process I struggled with. Her wisdom, edits, and encouragement improved my candidacy and helped me grow personally. Rachel has been a fantastic sounding board as I work through different visions for my career. Her probing questions and thoughts have challenged me to think deeply about my aspirations.

I fully recommend Rachel to anyone seeking external support as they navigate MBA admissions. Put simply, I believe her influence is a major reason why I got into my first choice school! Thank you again Rachel.

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To state upfront: Rachel is an incredible coach and I highly recommend working with her, to any aspiring MBA applicant. Before getting an admissions consultant, I was overwhelmed by the whole application process and found myself procrastinating and thinking in a very linear fashion. Ever since our first meeting, Rachel helped paint a picture of what the end-to-end process would look like, and we put forward a plan that I could hold myself to account. That said, she was flexible if some things items were slightly delayed, especially if communicated in advance. She invested the time upfront to get to know me and my motivations which really helped when we brainstormed stories for the essays. Some specific characteristics that made my experience with Rachel exceptional:

Practicality – she is very straightforward and clear in communication. It helped to know upfront what the strengths and weaknesses were in my application and obtain suggestions from her on how to best highlight my strengths (in my main essays), and alleviate my weaknesses (leveraging additional/ optional essays that the school provided)

Responsiveness – she was very responsive and always willing to help. Especially in the (rather stressful) lead up to application submission deadlines. I always felt that I had someone on my team

Thoroughness – she is extremely thorough but does so in an efficient way. Rachel is very good at calling out when elements/ ideas are out of place and asked provoking questions which helped me to reframe the next attempt. She also helped a great deal when it came to interview prep

Going the extra mile – there are countless somewhat “little” things which made my experience with Rachel all the more memorable. For instance, calling me after my GRE (2nd attempt) to see how it went, helping me navigate the challenging waitlist process, and in general displaying an incredible amount of genuineness and empathy during the ups and downs of the process

I had a lovely experience with Rachel, and fully recommend working with her. She has most definitely played a large part in me achieving my goal of doing an MBA at one of my top choice schools!

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Rachel was always focused on what was best for me. In our first couple of meetings, we began by exploring why I wanted to go to graduate school before even getting to the where or how. With her guidance, I ultimately decided that applying to less schools was a better fit for my circumstances despite the obvious incentives to apply to more. Her integrity made it easy to trust her, a trust that made the rest of the application process so much more comfortable because of its inherently personal nature. Rachel is also why I found my authentic voice during the application writing process itself. She was uncanny at helping me identify, highlight, and expand on the pieces of my journey and ambitions that are core to who I am. In our brainstorming sessions she listened intently and asked incisive questions that helped me uncover insights about myself that I had never considered. In the writing phase, she had an instinctive feel for which pieces of my writing were sincere and which were banal, and never hesitated to push me to promote the former and cull the latter to the tune of almost 40 drafts of one of my applications. From the macro broad themes of an essay to single word choices in a resume, she was a patient partner, never letting me compromise on sharing the most sincere version of myself. Even if I had not gotten into school, I was proud of the journey because I knew that we had left it all on the table. Fortunately, in large part because of her steadfast support, I was accepted into the Harvard Kennedy School's and Harvard Business School's joint MPP/MBA program.

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After striking out on all my applications in round one (after working on my applications by myself), I decided to turn to an admissions consultant with only about 3-4 weeks left before the deadline for round 2. Rachel was incredible. She was extremely responsive, intelligent, and thoughtful. My essays and resume were magnitudes better from her edits and comments, and I got into MBA programs I wanted in round 2! She also has continued to reach out with advice on waitlist strategies, and just generally checking in. I would HIGHLY recommend Rachel to anyone looking for a consultant - I couldn't be happier with the results.

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I cannot Thank Rachel enough for her instrumental role in helping me get into some of the top MBA programs. Her continuous support, timely responsiveness, and deep investment in understanding my story and goals have made all the difference. From the very beginning, Rachel was exceptionally skilled at grasping my story, pinpointing issues with the story flow, and identifying the potential interest it would hold for various schools. Her understanding of my accomplishments, and of the school's values, Rachel encouraged me to apply to my dream school, GSB, despite my initial reluctance as I thought I would never even get an interview with GSB. Needless to say, I'm glad I did!
Rachel's ability to pinpoint issues in a client's story and improve the logical flow is nothing short of remarkable. She has an incredible ability in helping clients deliver their story in the most concise and interesting manner.
When it came to preparing for my MBA interviews, Rachel dove deep into my story and tailored her questions to simulate real interview situations, leaving me more than ready to face the real thing. Having worked with a total of three admission consultants over two years, I can say with utmost confidence that Rachel is the best. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to anyone in need of a top-notch admissions consultant.
Rachel's efficiency in her work is incredible. If you choose to work with her on an hourly basis, rest assured that you will receive the highest value for your investment. She uses every minute to provide the best possible feedback and assistance.
On a personal note, Rachel is genuinely one of the nicest individuals I've had the pleasure of working with. She truly cares about her clients' success and dreams, and it shows through her dedication and commitment.
I'm grateful for her support in helping me getting into my dream MBA school.

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