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the Importance of Peer Feedback
Applying to a top MBA program? With admit rates often under 15%, even tiny  mistakes can cost you a spot. That’s why self-editing isn’t...
Lauren Wong
Aug 312 min read
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Last-Minute R1 MBA Application Checklist: What to Prioritize If You’re Behind for R1
It's mid August and if you're planning on applying for R1 you're probably freaking out a bit, but don't worry, take a deep breath, we got...
Lauren Wong
Aug 152 min read
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Environmental Social and Governance (ESG): the new "finance" of MBA applicants
Today, June 5th, is World Environment Day —a perfect reminder that business can’t ignore the planet. The good news? ESG (Environmental,...
Lauren Wong
Jun 54 min read
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2024 Applicant Success Stories — and looking Ahead to 2025!
The 2024 application cycle was an incredible one, where all of my clients secured at least one admission to an MBA/Masters Program, with...
Lauren Wong
May 274 min read
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Test Prep Guide (GMAT/GRE) - 2025 Version
For those thinking of applying for Masters or MBA, it's that time of the year when it's time to start thinking of the GMAT or GRE....
Lauren Wong
Apr 167 min read
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How to Manage Your Time for Round 2
Round 2 deadlines usually land around the first week of January , and for some reason, R2 always feels more stressful. Maybe it’s the...
Lauren Wong
Oct 16, 20242 min read
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Strategies and Tips for Round 2 Application - What Admissions is looking for in R2
Round 1 and Round 2 attract different types of applicants, so if you’re applying in Round 2 , your approach should reflect that. Let’s...
Lauren Wong
Oct 7, 20241 min read
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Benefits and Drawbacks of Applying during Round 2
If you’re deciding whether to apply Round 2 this year or wait for Round 1 next year, it helps to understand the trade-offs. Here’s a...
Lauren Wong
Oct 2, 20242 min read
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5 Reasons why ChatGPT or AI isn't going to write you a successful MBA application essay or Masters Statement of Purpose (SOP)
5 Reasons why ChatGPT or AI isn't going to write you a successful MBA application essay or Masters Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Lauren Wong
Sep 22, 20245 min read
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Congrats to 2023 MBA/Masters Intake & let's go 2024!
2023 success clients
Lauren Wong
May 27, 20243 min read
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MBA vs. Masters: which is right for you?
MBA vs. Masters of Business/Marketing/Entrepreneurship/Finance anything business related - a common question I often receive from...
Lauren Wong
Jan 27, 20244 min read
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It's summer: How to Utilize your summer (and the rest of the year) to apply for an MBA
Start of summer, aka the start of MBA Application season!
Lauren Wong
May 29, 20234 min read
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New GMAT "GMAT Focus Edition"! Breakdown of the "tests" for MBA applications
The GMAT has been the flagship standardized test to take when applying for MBA. Although no one likes taking standardized tests,...
Lauren Wong
Apr 7, 20235 min read
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Final thoughts on how to boost your MBA application
With a program in mind and the basic steps towards completing your application, it’s now time to consider other factors that may help...
Lauren Wong
Aug 30, 20222 min read
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How to Choose the Right MBA Program: The Truth about MBA Rankings
Now that you’re equipped with the basic steps on how to apply it’s time to think about the program itself as in which program should you...
Lauren Wong
Aug 24, 20222 min read
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When's the best age to apply for an MBA?
As a higher education consultant/coach I have had inquiries from prospective students of all ages and they’re always curious to know...
Lauren Wong
Aug 3, 20222 min read
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Application Breakdown Part 4: Essays, Personal Statements, and Interviews
Blog Post #7: Essays, Personal Statements, and Interviews My personal favorite part of the application, and for others, the dreaded: the...
Lauren Wong
Jul 20, 20223 min read
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Application Breakdown Part 3: Work Experience
Work experience is another part of the application that, similar to academic record, is kind of hard to change. After all, it’s not like...
Lauren Wong
Jul 13, 20223 min read
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Application Breakdown Part 2: GMAT/GRE
The thing that EVERY prospective MBA student dreads, the dreaded: GMAT (or GRE). If you’re going for one of the M7 or really any school...
Lauren Wong
Jul 7, 20223 min read
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Application Breakdown, Part 1: Academic Performance/Record
One of the key components of the MBA application is academic record. As expected, top MBA and Masters programs are looking for a solid...
Lauren Wong
Jun 28, 20222 min read
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