Strengths:

Very communicative, honest, personable, responsive, flexible, phenomenal feedback

Lisa was truly an incredible admissions consultant!! She is thorough, personable, and takes the time to give deep, constructive feedback to help you build your story. I did hourly services and she does not include time spent on emails as part of that package - and she would send very lengthy (extremely helpful) emails to ensure you got every bit of feedback from her perspective. She is also very responsive and works around her schedule to make sure she gives you the time needed. Through Lisa's help, admitted to MIT Sloan with scholarship and currently invited to interviews for both HBS and GSB! I highly, HIGHLY recommend Lisa if you are looking for strong, honest assistance with MBA applications!!

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Strengths:

personally tailored, caring, flexible and engaging counselor. Extremely knowledgeable and offers great structure + guidance during the entire process.

Would make the product better:

None - Go with Jennifer you won't regret it!

Jennifer was absolutely instrumental to my MBA application journey. She was knowledgeable in what each school was looking for, and she provided valuable insight and information in helping me tailor my essays and story around each school. Most importantly, Jennifer knew how to poke your essays and ask the right questions – her feedback led me to think deeply about my story and what I was trying to convey through my essays. The entire process was very comprehensive, from drafting my story to essay revision to interview prep. Jennifer is an all-star consultant who will lead you to success!

I ended up getting accepted into all of my schools I applied to with scholarships (3 M7s). I truly believe I wouldn’t have had this outcome without Jennifer, especially as an applicant from a non-business/finance background. Jennifer is your best bet in securing your dream MBA program!

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Strengths:

The structured, methodical process that takes the guesswork out of the application and helps surface your strengths, weaknesses, and personal story into a compelling MBA vision.

I can't recommend Jennifer Jackson enough as an MBA admissions consultant. Thanks to her guidance I was accepted to 3 M7 schools + scholarships. I felt that Jennifers greatest strength was her empathy - she really cares and takes time to understand your unique story/circumstances. I was reassured by the critiques/constructive feedback I received from her because I knew she was challenging me to do better and create the best application possible. I used an hourly package with Stratus and I felt it was a great mix of structured activities, while still giving me the flexibility to pay for the pieces I needed most. I can't recommend Jennifer enough and think she is among the best MBA admissions consultants.

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Strengths:

Great support and peace of mind getting an expert to review all essays. Good templates that strategically position your essay in the best way possible

Would make the product better:

Add more feedback in the essay. Even if you think the essay is perfect, having more feedback is better so it feels like we're getting more value out of the service

I used the hourly services and working with Jennifer was a great second-look at my work from an expert and provided peace of mind knowing I was doing my best. She was very supportive throughout the process and had quick turnaround time as we were approaching deadlines. Her templates were helpful as we were strategically positioning my essays to stand out. For areas I asked for more help in, she would target her reviews towards them. As an hourly client, I felt like she was fair with her use of time and directed her time to the most important parts of my application

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Susan was a wonderful consultant who clearly cared about my story and application process. Applying to MBA programs can be quite hectic, stressful and overwhelming. Susan made the process straightforward and exciting.

Even from our first conversation, it was clear that Susan has deep expertise on the application process and that she takes time to help you understand your own strengths, weaknesses and story. Applying to MBA programs calls for introspection and for salient communication of your background. Susan is an excellent guide who helps you pull at the threads that make you, you. Without a doubt choosing Susan was the best choice I made in the application process.

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I came to Melisa with a list of schools I wanted to target and an idea of the story I wanted to tell throughout my applications. She was able to help me tighten up that story and tailor it to specific schools, providing incredibly insightful suggestions and tweaks. She also demonstrated a great deal of interest in my success, checking in frequently and offering ad-hoc tips to go along with her structured feedback. Not to mention, she is a blast to talk to and seems like a really great person. I would recommend Melisa to anyone seeking to apply to an MBA program.

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Initially, I wasn't going to hire a consultant to help with my application process. I felt that I could do it on my own. However, along the way, I encountered roadblocks and wasn't sure how to tell my story in the fullest way. I wanted to capture the depth and richness of my experiences. I decided to work with a consultant on an hourly package to supplement where I was in the process.

I am SO glad that I decided to work with Stratus. From my intro call alone, I knew working with Sophie would be a fruitful partnership. She helped me draw out the best qualities in me and showcase my unique background. She provided very clear, actionable feedback, which helped me finalize my essays in no time. It definitely helped that we got along and I felt she understood me. I felt supported throughout the entire process. Best decision on my application journey!

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With the help of Stratus, I applied to 3 M7 schools, one top 15 school, and was accepted to all with scholarship (one with a full-ride). My consultant, Sophie, helped me build my application from the bottom up. I had an 7-hour package with Stratus, yet I felt as if I had one of the top-tier comprehensive packages that go for thousands of dollars more. I think the reason for this is the reflective exercises and activities that helped illuminate how I was going to stand out via my essays. With Sophie, I also built a rock-solid resume that became the backbone to my applications.

During our calls, I felt heard and respected. I was seen as an individual, and not a profile. Other consultants may lead you to feel insecure or uncertain about a part of a profile, but I never felt that with Sophie and Stratus.

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Erik was a huge help at every stage of the process - he was very responsive throughout and always responded quickly with insightful suggestions for improvement.

Getting in to my first choice school wouldn’t have been possible without his advice and support. Would definitely recommend!

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I had the privilege of working closely with Susan for my 2+2 MBA applications with a deadline in April 2023. Susan played a pivotal role in guiding me through the entire application process, from the initial ideation phase to crafting a compelling MBA narrative and presenting it convincingly. Her support was marked by thoughtfulness, honesty, and unwavering availability whenever I needed assistance.

One standout aspect of Susan's support was her offer to provide input and guidance to my recommenders. This was a significant help in ensuring that my recommendations aligned perfectly with my application goals. Susan also helped me to differentiate between a standard job resume and an MBA-focused resume. She made several subtle but impactful adjustments to my application that I would have easily overlooked on my own.

I cannot recommend Susan highly enough. Her deep understanding of the MBA application process is unparalleled, and her dedication to her clients is truly commendable. Even after the application process concluded, Susan has maintained regular contact and offered to meet in person, demonstrating her genuine care and commitment. Susan is not only a remarkable coach but also a wonderful person, and anyone fortunate enough to have her as a coach is truly lucky.

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