+ Why should I choose an individual coach over a full-scale consulting firm?

1) Access. As a firm owner, I have access to admissions officers, admissions events, and consulting conferences generally reserved for the top one or two consultants at large firms. This helps me provide you with insight into a particular school or the newest thoughts on an application essay.

2) Flexibility. Every firm has its unique methodology - a system and approach to helping candidates conquer the admissions process. However, not all individuals are created equal. While I have a methodology that has been proven time and again to work - as my own boss, I can adapt that style if it's not working for you. I can change the rules to fit your needs.

+ I haven't heard of your services before. How do I know you have the proper training?

I branched out on my own only after receiving training from one of the top consulting firms in the industry.

+ What makes you different?

Business Background. As an MBA applicant, you need to be able to show a strong knowledge of the business world. Before starting an application, it is important to have a clear idea of your goals. Schools don’t just want to know the function or position you desire - they want to know exactly what you want to do and why you want to do it. That requires a strong understanding of different career paths. Furthermore, schools want to understand what you want to learn. Leadership and innovation are catchwords. Understanding different leadership models and different approaches to innovation will enable you to show a school what their particular brand of leadership and innovation means. Having worked for a multitude of Fortune 500 companies in consulting, marketing, and communication roles I can help you define and articulate your goals.

+ Do you work with international Clients?

Yes. I have worked with applicants from Mexico, China, India, Uzbekistan, the United Kingdom, the Philippines, Nepal, and Ecuador to name a few. And while this probably goes without saying - I have worked with multitudes of US candidates over the years.

+ Why do you offer such limited hourly services?

As your advisor, my role is to partner with you to give you your best chance of success - and time should not be a hindrance. I believe hourly services are in direct conflict with the partnership model. Additionally, the quality and quantity of editing should not be related to payment. I do offer limited services for applicants applying to Masters Programs (non-MBA) given the diversity of programs, applications, and time involved.