by Karen Marks | Dec 16, 2025 | advice column, Business School Admissions, General Admissions, mistakes, Uncategorized
Are you putting the finishing touches on your materials? Don’t sabotage your MBA applications– avoid these mistakes. Rewriting Everything Ideally, your essays were thoughtfully planned, as part of a broader strategy, and have been done for weeks. One of the most...
by Karen Marks | Oct 20, 2025 | advice column, Business School Admissions, General Admissions, mistakes, Uncategorized
I understand the temptation to seek advice. Applying to business school is a high stakes proposition. Nevertheless, crowdsourcing your MBA applications is almost always a mistake. It Can Dilute Your Voice. The best essays sound like you. Not like your mom, ChatGPT, or...
by Karen Marks | Aug 21, 2025 | advice column, Business School Admissions, essays, General Admissions, mistakes
The Round 1 business school deadlines are fast approaching, and this cycle is shaping up to be super competitive. If you’re applying, you’re likely finalizing your essays. As you review your materials, be sure that you aren’t making these common MBA essay mistakes....
by Karen Marks | Aug 15, 2025 | advice column, College Admissions, college application tips, common application form
This week, I want to talk about the most common college essay mistakes. All of these pitfalls are easily avoided if you understand the true purpose of the core common app essay – to help the schools get to know you, beyond what they can see in the rest of your...
by Karen Marks | Aug 8, 2025 | advice column, College Admissions, college visits, common application form, Uncategorized
Are you currently reviewing college admissions statistics, and trying to understand how to use the information to shape your college application strategy? Analyzed correctly, a review of college admissions statistics can help you get into your dream school. Here are a...
by Karen Marks | Jul 25, 2025 | advice column, College Admissions, college application tips, General Admissions, Uncategorized
If you hire me to give you college admissions advice (or if you’re reading this blog!), know that I’m on your side. I want you (or your child!) to get into the best possible school. In order to do that, we need to have real conversations. Including college admissions...
