Bill Kooser is an amazing coach. With his help, I was accepted to every EMBA program I applied to: MIT Sloan, Wharton, and Chicago Booth. I also received fellowships from Wharton and Booth that exceeded the cost of his services.

This was my second time applying to EMBA programs. The first time, I did not even receive an interview. Bill took the time to understand my goals and what I was looking for, and together we built a thoughtful strategy around which schools to target. We started with my resume, and after his initial review, he brought in a colleague who is Fortuna Admissions’ resume expert. Having that second set of eyes gave me confidence that my resume was clear, easy to understand, and impactful.

Next, we worked through my essay responses. Bill’s way of thinking is very aligned with how admissions committees think. He guided me on structure and provided thoughtful edits. He always asked the right questions, helping me get to the heart of the issue and communicate it as clearly as possible. He was also extremely responsive to edits and typically turned them around in under 24 hours.

Whenever I needed to talk something through, Bill was always available. I remember one time we spoke while he was at the airport, and he still made sure he had time for the conversation. I really appreciated that level of attentiveness and support.

After I submitted my applications and began receiving interview invitations, Bill helped me prepare for each school with mock interviews. His feedback was instrumental. I realized I needed to completely change how I structured my responses, and he helped me build a much stronger framework. We then refreshed and practiced before each interview.

Bill also supported me through the final decision-making process when I chose to attend Wharton. Hiring Bill was one of the best decisions I made. His expertise, insight, attentiveness, and responsiveness made the entire EMBA application process feel much more manageable. I would recommend him without hesitation. I had an amazing experience.

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