Tag Archives: business school application

September 15, 2017

Best Strategies for GMAT Reading Comprehension

First of all, I will point out: no one strategy will be perfect for everyone.  You’ll need to tweak these suggestions to find what works best for you and your own study plan.  This post will … →

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November 10, 2016

10 Common Mistakes Made in B-School Essays 

If you’re looking to create a winning MBA application, the absolute best place to shine a spotlight on your goals and accomplishments is in the required essay questions. After all, life provides ample source material—innovations, … →

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September 9, 2015

MBA Essay Advice for Harvard Business School

Today’s the Round 1 deadline at Harvard Business School, but if you’re still planning on applying in Rounds 2 or 3, you’ll want to take a look at some of the essay advice I shared … →

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August 16, 2017

Defining Career Goals for the MBA Application

If you’re applying to business school, you know it’s time to get serious about defining your career goals.  For most applicants, career exploration is the impetus for considering an MBA, and the majority of programs … →

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