French philosopher Blaise Pascal famously noted that he didn't have time to pen a short letter, so he wrote a long one instead. The fact that writing effectively but concisely is a rare skill is one ...

When I wrote my own MBA admissions essay, I remember feeling lost, rambling without a clear direction. Crafting a standout essay requires self-awareness, authenticity, and alignment with the program.

Let me start by reminding you of the prompt: “As we review your application, what more would you like us to know as we consider your candidacy for the Harvard Business School MBA program?” The first ...

Over my 15 years in admissions at Kellogg I have read A LOT of essay questions. I am often asked about the “best essays” and believe me, there have been many wonderful answers. And I will write about ...

Applying for an MBA program can be a long and difficult process. Focus your energy on optimizing the key application components to create a standout application. Know your application deadlines and ...

I don’t know what I want to do. I don’t know if I’m ready. I don’t even know where to start. I just know I need a change…and I’m capable of so much more. Many young professionals find themselves here.

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