Background: Mid-20s female; T10 liberal arts undergrad; GPA 3.8+; GRE 330+; ~4 years of work experience in finance.

I came into the MBA process excited but also nervous about how my profile might read. I thought that finance could look “standard” on paper, and I worried my story would come across as not personal/unique enough. I had plenty of experiences I was proud of, but I wasn’t sure how to shape them into a clear narrative that felt authentic and memorable. I also didn't know how to connect the dots between what I've done in the past and what I want to do post-MBA.

Working with Liza changed everything. From the start, she took the time to truly understand who I am, not just what I’ve done. Her process pushed me to reflect more deeply than I expected, and it helped me connect the dots across my academics, career choices, and long-term goals. Liza didn’t try to “manufacture” a story. Instead, she helped me find the strongest and most truthful version of my own and even made me think about what I truly wanted in a career.

There are a few specific ways she added value and made me feel supported:

She made my essays sharper and more meaningful. Whenever I wrote something that sounded generic, she pushed me to get specific. Her questions were direct and thoughtful, and they consistently led to better insights and stronger writing.

She brought structure to a stressful process. Liza was incredibly organized and kept me on track without making it overwhelming. When I felt stressed out, she helped me keep the momentum going and was super supportive.

She was responsive and genuinely invested. I always felt like she was in my corner. She gave fast, detailed feedback and balanced high standards with encouragement in a way that made the process feel manageable.

She also helped significantly with my resume, recommender strategy, and interview prep.

Results: I was admitted to multiple top MBA programs, including Wharton, Columbia, and Kellogg, with significant merit scholarship support. I’m heading to business school this fall with options I’m genuinely excited about, and I credit Liza with helping me put forward the strongest application possible.

This process is intense, and it’s easy to second-guess yourself. Liza made it feel grounded. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

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