by Karen Marks | May 25, 2016 | Business School Admissions, General Admissions, Uncategorized
What do you want to do after you graduate from business school? Surprisingly, many applicants are initially stumped by this question. I help North Star clients figure out and articulate what they really want to do by guiding them through an introspective process....
by Karen Marks | Jul 28, 2015 | Business School Admissions, College Admissions, General Admissions
I firmly believe that reading other people’s essays before writing your own is a huge, detrimental mistake. Here are three reasons why I never give my clients templates or sample college or MBA application essays: You need to find your own voice. The essays are...
by Karen Marks | Oct 1, 2014 | Business School Admissions, General Admissions, Uncategorized
Although these phrases and strategies may seem like a good idea, they can damage your candidacy. Avoid the following MBA application mistakes. Top Ranked School It is never a good idea to say that you want to attend a school because they are highly ranked. The...
by Karen Marks | Sep 11, 2014 | Business School Admissions, General Admissions, Uncategorized
Why do business schools ask about your activities, and what do they expect to see? Here is advice about how to describe your extracurricular activities on your MBA applications. Think Like an Admissions Officer Admissions officers are trained to look for involved,...
by Karen Marks | Sep 10, 2014 | Business School Admissions, General Admissions, Uncategorized
Confused about optional essays? If so, you are not alone. Here are some guidelines about how to use the optional MBA application essay. Be Brief. You shouldn’t tell an elaborate, personal story, or write creatively. You want to use this space judiciously, and to...
