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Description
This package is designed to help top MBA applicants shine in their interviews and increase their chances of admission. You'll work with an expert coach to develop a customized plan based on the specific schools you're targeting and the interview formats you're likely to encounter. Common coaching activities in this package include, but are not limited to: - Interview Strategy: Collaborate with your coach to build a tailored interview approach that highlights your strengths and key differentiators. - Mock Interviews: Practice in realistic interview settings to build confidence, improve delivery, and refine your storytelling. - Feedback and Improvement: Receive detailed feedback after each mock session to sharpen your responses. - Behavioral Questions Preparation: Prepare for common behavioral questions, ensuring your answers are thoughtful and reflective of your experiences. - Strengthening Weak Areas: Identify areas for improvement and work strategically with your coach to enhance those aspects ahead of your interviews. This package is flexible and personalized to your goals. Your coach will provide honest, actionable guidance to help you walk into your MBA interviews feeling prepared and confident.
What you'll get from this package
Confidence that you will show up on interview day and impress the admissions team
A clear strategy for important MBA interview questions for each school you are preparing for
Constructive feedback coming out of mock interviews that leaves you with things to practice and emphasize on interview day
A clear playbook for preparation, with areas and question types you should focus on in your prep
Clever tactics to leave your interviewer wanting to advocate for you with the admissions team
The basics of how to nail virtual and in-person interviews, navigating the differences of each interview type
Additional details
Coaching delivered via live sessions and .
Additional expectations or terms of engagement may be provided by coaches (e.g. expected response times, etc.).
Services included:
Interviews
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✨For a limited time, I’m opening coaching spots at a reduced rate ($265/hour) while expanding my availability on Leland. This is the same high-touch, results-driven coaching I’m known for—just with more availability for a short window.✨ ✨WHY CHOOSE MELANIE? When you work with me, you're partnering with an insider who has firsthand knowledge of what top MBA programs like Columbia, Harvard, and Stanford are looking for. As a Columbia MBA alumna, current Admissions Interviewer, former McKinsey consultant, and professional ICF-certified Executive Coach, I offer a holistic coaching approach that combines admissions expertise with expert storytelling, giving you an edge over the competition. Here’s why I’m the best choice for your MBA journey: • 🎓MBA & COLUMBIA EXPERT: As a Columbia MBA alumna and current MBA Admissions Interviewer, I have insider knowledge of what top-tier schools seek. My experience in admissions interviewing gives me the unique perspective of understanding how to effectively position applicants for success. • ✍️ESSAY CONCIERGE: I’m not just a coach - I’m a writer and editor with an eye for detail. With years of experience writing successful MBA essays, career coaching courses, and crafting works of fiction, I bring a keen sense of storytelling, language mastery, and technical precision to every essay I work on. Whether it’s structure, flow, or word choice, I’ll make sure your essay is perfectly polished and reflects your best self. Through powerful storytelling, I help them build a brand that truly stands out in the MBA admissions process. We fine tune every written piece of your application, including essay, resumes, short-answers, and even LinkedIn profiles! • 🚀PROVEN RESULTS: I’ve helped over 200+ applicants secure spots at M7 schools (as well as top 25 programs), and I’m proud to be part of the top 4 ranked firm on Poets & Quants for 2025. My clients’ success stories are a testament to the tailored strategies and guidance I provide. • 🎯PROFESSIONAL COACH: With over 10 years of coaching experience, I’m not just an admissions consultant—I’m an ICF-certified Executive Coach & Life Coach. My approach goes beyond getting you into business school; I focus on your MBA branding, leadership development, and executive presence to prepare you for the journey ahead. ✨WHO I WORK WITH: • Traditional and Non-Traditional Candidates • Diverse Applicants including POC, Veterans, and LGBTQIA+ • Candidates with High and Low Test Scores • Full-Time, Part-Time, Columbia's J-Term, and EMBA (Executive MBA) Candidates ✨PROVEN SUCCESS AT THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS: • Columbia Business School (CBS) • Stanford Graduate School of Business (GSB) • Harvard Business School (HBS) • University of Pennsylvania Wharton • Northwestern Kellogg School of Management • Chicago Booth School of Business • MIT Sloan School of Management • NYU Stern School of Business • London Business School • INSEAD • University of California, Berkeley (Haas) • Yale School of Management • Michigan's Ross School of Business • Darden School of Business (UVA) • Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth • Duke's Fuqua School of Business • Cornell University Johnson School of Management • Emory University Goizueta Business School • Jones Graduate School of Business (Rice) • University of Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business • University of Texas, Austin, McCombs • University of California, Los Angeles, Anderson ✨LET'S GET YOU INTO YOUR DREAM MBA PROGRAM: Ready to transform your MBA aspirations into reality? Contact Melanie Espeland for your free consultation today. With my insider knowledge, executive coaching expertise, and essay-writing mastery, I’ll help you craft a standout application that positions you for success—both in admissions and beyond.
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