Not a great service, not worth the money

I am sorry, and actually somewhat surprised, to learn that you were unhappy with our work together. The MBA application process is always challenging, and you seemed to understand and accept the possibility of disappointment despite our efforts. As you said to me once in an email, “This application was my best foot forward. No worries though, everything happens for a reason.” I never got the impression that you felt your needs were not being met, and if I had, I would have certainly been happy to offer additional assistance.

I care deeply about all my applicant clients and do my utmost to increase their chances of success, so I am equally disappointed when things do not work out in their favor. You targeted very selective schools, and unfortunately, the reality is that sometimes—and especially in highly competitive seasons—even objectively deserving candidates are denied a spot.

Your description of my advice as templated is also surprising. Although we began with a common brainstorming document, we certainly never use templates. You and I worked with your unique creative inputs, and your submissions were tailored to your personal life experiences and professional goals. During our process, I helped you outline essays for your three target schools, revised each essay no less than six times, finessed your resume, supported your recommenders, and prepped you for interviews, including providing feedback on your Kellogg and Booth video essays. My records also show that we worked together extensively on your waitlist materials. I was always ready to promptly answer any application-related questions you might have and even extended my support beyond my traditional responsibilities to advise you when you were deciding between job offers!

I wish you the best in the future and hope that if you choose to reapply one day, you will find success.

Sincerely,
Debbie