I will start by saying that Harshad and the mbaMission team / resources are phenomenal. For a bit of background, I began my MBA journey one month before R2 application deadlines. I explained my situation (MBA needed for next step in my career and targeting top 3 program). Without hesitation, Harshad agreed to the challenge and adapted his ‘typical’ working style to me. We immediately got to work crafting a story that would best position me for target school. At the same time, I needed to secure a better test score. Harshad introduced me to a private tutor and showed me how to position application around score. Throughout the process, Harshad frequently made himself available to provide feedback and discuss application strategy (even through the holidays!). When it came time to apply, I had a well-crafted application for my top school and earned admittance (with a nice scholarship)! Regardless of the outcome, I was glad I hired Harshad and the mbaMission team. I have already recommended him to numerous colleagues and friends. If you are interested in applying to a top business program, HIRE HARSHAD!

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Nisha instantly understood exactly what my needs were. I am definitely not a writer and she helped me craft my life's journey. She asked the right questions to help me think about my essay from different angles. I also chatted with her just before my interview and she encouraged me to be my authentic self and it worked. To be honest, I was feeling a little under confident and I really wanted to chat with someone who understood the industry and could give me their honest opinion about my candidacy. Thank you, Nisha, for being a MBA consultant + a therapist!

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I was a bit late into the application game, as GMAT took longer than I had expected, but also I frankly didn’t know where to start the application. When I reached out to mbaMission, I got matched with Harshad, and I was lucky to snatch up the last spot for this application cycle. I had complete confidence in him, having read numerous positive reviews from previous applicants on various portals and websites.

Harshad exceede my expectations. From brainstorming (crafting my overall story) to detailed edits and providing emotional support when Round 1 didn’t go as planned, he was there to guide, encourage, and help me push through. As a full-time professional, it was crucial for me to use my limited time efficiently for applications and essays. Harshad had ample experience and he knew exactly how to tackle different prompts and when not to go overboard or overkill on one essay. Different schools emphasize different qualities, which can be difficult to discern from websites or conversations with current students and alumni. Harshad’s years of experience helped him understand what works best for each school. Remember this is a marathon (application process can take as a year), and Harshad is a great pacemaker by my side. I was able to get into multiple M7 schools!

Moreover, I really appreciated how he was super responsive despite tight deadlines and the fact that he may be working with multiple candidates at a time. He was always on top of his stuff. I hope to continue this friendship even after I matriculate into a school, as I genuinely like him as a person.

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Susan was incredible and I would recommend her 100 times over to anyone who is interested in pursuing a competitive MBA program. She was incredibly attentive, supportive, and encouraging throughout the application process, while also providing candid and realistic feedback during our conversations and brainstorm sessions. Susan is incredibly responsive, and I felt that we built a strong relationship throughout this process. I feel like she took the time to truly learn and understand my story, and helped me translate this into a competitive application (including essays and short answers). Additionally, Susan’s expertise helped me tailor my applications appropriately, and supported me as I was looking to boost my candidacy outside of the application itself (i.e. advice on letters of support, networking, events to attend, etc.). I will be attending Columbia Business School on a full-ride scholarship (along with multiple fellowships), and could not have done this without her. I have personally recommended her to multiple friends of mine, and appreciate her openness to continuing a relationship moving forward.

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Working with Gavriella was one of the best decisions I made during my MBA application process. Thanks to her exceptional guidance, I was accepted into all five of the top MBA programs I applied to. Gavriella was instrumental in helping me in articulating my story on paper.

I was especially impressed with her responsiveness and availability, which were crucial given my tight deadlines and demanding work schedule. Gavriella genuinely cares about her clients. She took the time to understand my background and showed a sincere interest in my future goals.

Her support extended beyond just the application process. When I was deciding between two schools, her advice helped me make the best decision considering my future aspirations. I really recommend working with Gavriella!

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I had a wonderful experience working with Debbie throughout the R1 application cycle. Debbie was thoughtful, organized, and insightful as I was developing my essays and resume. I appreciated the perspective that she brought to the unique values of each program. She was intentional about getting to know me and my story upfront which made the writing and editing process run seamlessly. Without her support, I don’t think I’d be attending my dream program this fall. I also loved having access to mbaMission's extensive portfolio of resources and workshops; they provided lots of invaluable insights that helped demystify the application process. I’d definitely recommend working with Debbie and mbaMission!

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Heidi was wonderful throughout the entire process. As a reapplicant, I could easily see how she was helping the clarity of my application through her artful guidance and deft editing.

On the front end, she helped me to identify those personal narratives which were best suited towards my target programs. Then on the back end, she also helped me to excise those parts of my application which detracted from my school specific personal narrative.

I will absolutely recommend her to any person who is applying to business school in my personal or professional life. She was a true pleasure to work with.

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Heidi Granner was instrumental in shaping my story for my applications, bringing in experiences going back to my childhood to really build out my profile. She was always responsive to various questions and concerns throughout the process and was a great sounding board. Once I received interview invites, she was also a great resource to do several mock interviews with, going through many aspects from how to dress, how to present myself, to how to answer tough questions. While hiring a consultant was definitely a significant investment, working with Heidi really paid off in the end with multiple acceptances including M7 schools and significant scholarships. Would highly recommend!

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Rachel is truly the best - she made such a stressful process so much easier. When I started my application process, I didn't have a great concept of what my dream school was looking for, how to overcome my low GPA, or how to craft my narrative. Rachel put me at ease immediately - other consultants thought my dream school was too big of a reach and to apply elsewhere, but Rachel thought I had a fighting chance and she was right (going there in the fall!!). She knew how to make myself standout to the school, helped pinpoint what I should highlight, and used her journalism background to help bring a story out of my essays. Her turnaround time was super fast and she helped me stay on track for the school's timeline with more than enough time to spare by the deadline. I can't recommend her enough and think using her made the biggest difference in my application outcome!!

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I was admitted into one of my dream schools and I would not have been able to gain admission to an M7 program without John. I purchased a start-to-finish package with John and he was with me every step of the way – proving to be an instrumental part of my journey. As a first time MBA applicant, having John walk me through the process from start to finish was extremely valuable.

One of my favorite things about John was his positive outlook and attitude. The MBA application process can be quite a daunting task and it is easy to fall into a cycle of doubt. Having someone like John, who both inspired and motivated me, ensured my outlook remained positive. He not only reminded me to have fun and enjoy the journey, but also encouraged me to put my best foot forward, especially with regards to my essays.

Despite working with very little time to get my applications in for R1, John went through many iterations of my resume and essay reviews to ensure I had the best application possible. He was very patient and addressed every single one of my questions in detail. Not only is John very knowledgeable regarding what schools are looking for in a candidate, he also took the time to understand who I was as a person. John helped to detail my life experiences – using the process to curate and inspire essays unique to my specific journey. Even when John experienced a family emergency, he continued to work with me to ensure my applications were pristine and did not miss any deadlines. John is truly invested in the individual success of his clients.

My experience with John was AMAZING and I would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for a great consultant!

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