I had a great experience working with my MBA consultant throughout the application process. She had an excellent grasp of the overall application timeline and strategy, which made the entire process feel structured and manageable. Communication was always incredibly clear, from her thought process to the way she expressed feedback and refined ideas. Her clear thinking, clear communication, and precise language made our writing process highly efficient and genuinely enjoyable.

Without her support, I honestly do not think I would have been able to produce essays at this level. Beyond simply improving my applications, she helped me better understand who I am, what truly motivates me, and where my passions lie. More importantly, she helped me strategically think through my long-term career path and future direction. I am deeply grateful for her guidance and would highly recommend her to anyone applying to business school.

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Working with Jessica is the best decision I made during my mba application

After 2 unsuccessful application cycles, I was in very low spirits, embarrassed and unsure how to proceed. I stumbled on an mbamission reel on Youtube and after hearing Jessica speak, booked a free consultation. She listened as I detailed my experiences, pointed out some areas where I may have fallen short in previous applications and encouraged me to not give up. I felt so comfortable speaking with her that I immediately opted in.

From the start, she spent time really getting to know me as a person. I especially loved that she showed me how painful / disappointing past experiences shaped me into the person I am and used the bits and pieces to develop a compelling story.

As I fleshed out my essays, she's was so good at asking questions I did not consider, challenging me to look deeper. She provided constructive feedback in a manner that made me want to do better so much so that when my cv and essays were done, I compared them with versions from previous application cycles and suffice to say the difference was clear.

Working with Jessica felt like having a partner who truly wanted me to succeed. She encouraged, critiqued, challenged and accommodated my terrible turnaround times as I juggled applications with work all resulting in my submitting a stellar application. I got in!

Told her I'll be her biggest cheerleader and I mean it. She's the best!

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Strengths:

* Exceptional responsiveness
* Strategic, school-specific advice
* Strong interview preparation
* Tailored, individualized approach
* Honest and realistic, but encouraging
* Deep knowledge of top MBA programs
* Helped craft a cohesive, authentic narrative
* Made a stressful process manageable
* Strong results-driven outcomes
* Genuine investment in client success

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Working with Melissa Blakeslee was hands-down the best decision I made during my MBA application journey. I applied to three schools this past cycle — Columbia Business School, Duke Fuqua, and UT Austin McCombs — and was admitted to all three, with scholarship offers from Duke and Texas. This fall, I'll be heading to CBS, which was my dream school and very much a reach for me. I genuinely don't think that outcome would have been possible without Melissa in my corner.

What stood out to me from day one was Melissa's communication. She was unbelievably responsive — emails were almost always answered within hours, and she made herself available whenever I needed to talk something through. The MBA application process can feel isolating and overwhelming, but Melissa's consistency and accessibility made it feel manageable. I never once felt like I was waiting on her or wondering what the next step should be.

Her strategic thinking is where she really shines. Early on, I was struggling with the GRE, and rather than just push me to keep grinding away at it, Melissa took a step back and looked at the bigger picture. Based on the schools I was targeting, she suggested I pivot to the Executive Assessment (EA). That single recommendation was a game-changer — it played to my strengths and freed up bandwidth to focus on the parts of my application where I could really differentiate myself. It's a perfect example of how Melissa doesn't just follow a template; she tailors her advice to each client's specific situation and target schools.

CBS was always my top choice, but on paper it was a stretch. When I expressed some hesitation about even applying, Melissa encouraged me to go for it. She believed in my story and helped me articulate why CBS was the right fit in a way that was authentic and compelling. Her interview prep was equally strong — she ran thorough mock interviews, gave me sharp, actionable feedback, and made sure I walked in feeling confident and prepared.

Beyond her expertise, Melissa is just a genuinely kind, thoughtful, and encouraging person to work with. She celebrated the wins with me and helped me stay grounded through the stressful moments. If you're considering working with a consultant for your MBA applications, I cannot recommend Melissa highly enough. She combines deep knowledge of the process with real strategic insight and an unwavering commitment to her clients. I'll forever be grateful for her guidance!

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Strengths:

- Flexibility and availability of the consultants
- Unlimited meetings as needed
- Unlimited emails and drafts of application essays etc

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From our very first consultation, I felt completely understood. Gavriella pushed beyond surface-level application strategy and helped me deeply reflect on my experiences, motivations, strengths, and personal story. Her questions and feedback helped me uncover authentic themes that ultimately became the foundation of my essays.

MBA applications require far more honesty, introspection, and iteration than I initially expected, and Gavriella guided me through that process with incredible clarity, patience, and insight. She also brought in thoughtful perspectives from her wider team when relevant, which made my applications even stronger and more cohesive.

Despite having an overwhelming few months personally and professionally, I ended up receiving admission to my top-choice programs. I genuinely believe I would not have navigated the process as successfully without her guidance.

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Strengths:

Experienced, friendly, and motivation.

Would make the product better:

Nothing, it was great for me.

Harold gave me relevant feedback on my essays, and useful tips for the overall process. The interview prep was something else, he not only prepared me for difficult questions, but gave me a confidence boost in this very stressful part of the process. That made a real difference.

He is not your average MBA consultant, you can tell he cares about you. He constantly follows up to see how things are going, and goes above and beyond to maximize your chances of success. He also hosts the MBA Mission podcast, which in my opinion is the best free source of content online.

I ended up being admitted to multiple programa, and he even offered to connect me with other clients to help me make the best decision.

Harold was very important in my admission process and I'm very thankful for his help. I recommend him to anyone who not only needs expertise but also a friendly coach. I would strongly recommend getting the full package to maximize your experience.

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Strengths:

Caliber and thoughtfulness of the coach's, higher personalized experience, strong structure of accountability and organization, and useful digital program that gets very "in the weeds" on supplemental advice and exercises.

Would make the product better:

More affordably packages when applying to multiple schools (although I recognize this isn't necessarily fair feedback and I do believe the program is priced appropriately for its value).

Working with Jessica was one of the best investments I made during the MBA admissions process. Applying to programs like Sloan School of Management and HBS felt overwhelming at first, especially because my background in private banking and family office strategy is somewhat niche and difficult to explain in a compelling, differentiated way. Jessica helped me translate years of complex work into a clear and authentic story that actually reflected who I am.

What stood out most was her ability to push beyond generic MBA “branding” advice. She challenged me to articulate not only what I had accomplished, but why it mattered.

Jessica was also incredibly strong at balancing encouragement with honest feedback. She knew when an essay sounded overly polished, too corporate, or disconnected emotionally, and she pushed me to be more reflective and specific without losing my voice. I especially appreciated how collaborative the process felt.

I would strongly recommend Jessica to anyone applying to top MBA programs, especially candidates with unconventional stories or highly nuanced professional backgrounds. She has a rare ability to identify what makes someone genuinely distinctive and help them communicate it with clarity and confidence.

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Exceptional would be an understatement to describe my experience working with Jessica.

I originally met Jessica after speaking with multiple potential consultants, and from that very first conversation, it was evident she was the right partner for me. Since day one, it was clear that she is extremely knowledgeable, qualified, and experienced in top-tier MBA admissions, while also providing honest and constructive feedback. But most importantly, she is truly an incredible coach—always in my corner, finding the exceptional aspects of my story that I may not have seen myself.

From the beginning, Jessica was thorough in understanding every aspect of my professional, personal, and academic background, helping me shape my experiences into a cohesive narrative and develop in-depth applications that brought the best of my story forward. What started as an anxious process became an empowering one, where her guidance paired thoughtful story development with detailed essay & resume coaching. Our calls were where I gained the most insights into the admissions process, as a result of her expertise. Throughout this experience, she was always invested in helping me bring out the best in my applications, while also providing tactical feedback on where I could improve.

As a result, I was accepted to all three programs that I applied to, including both HBS and Stanford GSB. Without a doubt, I wouldn't have accomplished this without her. I believe that Jessica finds what makes people exceptional in their stories.

Although I know this process is primarily focused on gaining admission to these schools, I do want to emphasize that the application process itself was lifechanging for me. Jessica was more than a consultant, she was also an incredibly impactful coach. She makes you believe in yourself, understands your story, and helps you bring the best of who you are to these applications, all while bringing her knowledge, experience, and expertise in top-tier MBA admissions.

I am very grateful that I had Jessica as an advisor alongside me through this journey. She is an experienced expert within this field, and also a true mentor. I could not recommend her enough.

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Strengths:

I didn't only get Jessica's help and expertise but also the incredible resources with OnTrack. I was able to research programs I was curious about with verified information in a really unique format. The quick videos, example questions, and breakdown of each program from academics to career outcomes to social experience made understanding each program so digesiable.

Working with Jessica was the best decision I made when deciding to apply to business school.

She is incredibly knowledgeable about MBA programs. In fact, the schools I applied to were largely based on her expertise and understanding of what I was looking for in a program - and the school I ultimately chose ended up being a perfect fit.

Beyond knowing exactly which programs aligned with my goals and what each school was looking for in a candidate, Jessica was exceptional at helping me identify the right stories to tell about myself. After just one call, I felt like she understood me deeply and helped me craft essays that authentically highlighted my strengths.

For both my essays and resume, she pushed me to be more concise, direct, and impactful in my writing. Her feedback was honest, specific, and incredibly thoughtful, which ultimately helped me gain admission to almost every program I applied to.

As someone with ADHD, standardized testing has always been a challenge for me. Jessica not only helped build my confidence throughout that process, but also guided me toward alternative testing options accepted by the programs I was targeting. She recommended tutoring companies she knew had strong track records and even connected me with an incredible tutor who specialized in working with students with ADHD. I ultimately achieved my dream score and got into my dream school.

If you are looking for a true partner throughout the MBA application process, I cannot recommend Jessica highly enough. She never misses a deadline, is often early with feedback, and has an incredible ability to make what feels like an overwhelming process feel straightforward and manageable.

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Strengths:

Personalized service, relationship building, extra materials (PDF guides, Ontrack software, etc).

Working with Harold throughout my MBA application journey was one of the best decisions I made during this process. From the very beginning, all the way through admissions results, scholarship negotiations, and ultimately deciding where to enroll, Harold played a major role in helping me navigate every step with confidence and clarity.

I applied to seven business schools with his guidance and was successful at more than half of them, receiving major scholarships at every school I got accepted to. I’ll be attending MIT Sloan, and I genuinely believe a significant part of my success came from Harold’s collaboration, insight, and support throughout the process.

What stood out most about Harold was how personable, responsive, and invested he was. He was always willing to hop on a call, answer questions quickly, and provide thoughtful feedback no matter how big or small the concern was. He helped me significantly improve my resume, pushed me to think creatively in my essays, and worked closely with me to tailor my story authentically and strategically for each school. He also provided valuable interview preparation and helped me think through difficult admissions and enrollment decisions once results started coming in.

Every conversation I had with him left me feeling more prepared, more confident, and more optimistic about the process. He has a great ability to make applicants feel supported while also pushing them to present the strongest possible version of themselves. He is transparent, honest, and easy to work with. No question ever felt too complicated or too insignificant/dumb for him to address thoughtfully.

My advice to anyone applying to business school would be to start the process as early as possible and strongly consider working with Harold. Beyond being an exceptional consultant, he is genuinely fun, kind, and supportive throughout what can otherwise be a very stressful experience.

One thing I especially appreciated is that the relationship doesn’t feel transactional or temporary. Even after getting accepted and preparing to start business school, I still feel comfortable reaching out to Harold and staying in touch.

I cannot recommend him highly enough.

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Strengths:

End to end guidance throughout my MBA journey!

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Working with Susan ended up being one of the best decisions I made during my MBA application process. I wouldn't have gotten into Stanford without her!

She was far more than an essay editor or admissions advisor. She took the time to understand what I was trying to say, then pushed me to express it with more clarity, depth, and precision than I thought I could. Her standard for excellence was incredibly high, and that made me raise my own bar throughout the process.

Her guidance was especially meaningful on my Stanford “What Matters Most” essay. The final version became one of the pieces of writing I am proudest of. It felt honest, personal, and deeply reflective of who I am and who I want to become. The conversations and reflection that went into that essay were so impactful that they genuinely reshaped how I thought about my MBA goals and priorities.

Beyond the writing itself, Susan was also a real source of motivation and perspective. When interview invitations came in, she helped me stay grounded while also reminding me to appreciate how far I had come.

What made the experience stand out is that it never felt transactional. Susan brought genuine care, responsiveness, and thoughtfulness to the process. She was fast with feedback, direct when needed, and deeply invested in helping me put forward the strongest and most authentic version of my story.

I would strongly recommend Susan to anyone looking for an MBA consultant who combines sharp editorial judgment, strategic admissions insight, and real mentorship. She made me a better applicant, but more importantly, she helped me better understand and articulate my own story.

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