Hourly MBA Services
Not every applicant needs full-scope support. Some know exactly where they need help: a second opinion on a draft essay, feedback on their resume, or a mock interview before the big day.
That's where hourly services come in. This is a flexible option for applicants who want targeted, high-impact guidance. Whether you're early in the process and want to sanity-check your school list, or you're polishing final materials, hourly support lets you tap into expert insight exactly when and where you need it.
This service is ideal for:
Applicants who've already made strong progress and need help fine-tuning
Reapplicants focused on sharpening specific areas
Students working with another consultant and looking for a second set of eyes
People who want help preparing for interviews or brainstorming essay content on a per-need basis
How We Work Together
We keep it simple and efficient, so every minute is high-value. Here's how it works:
Request Support
You'll start by filling out a short intake form describing what you need — whether it's an essay review, resume feedback, interview prep, or just strategic guidance. I'll review your request to ensure it's a fit, then we'll get started quickly.
Kickoff & Plan
We'll align on your priorities and how to best use the time — whether it's in one block or over several check-ins. I'll also track your hours and send an update after each session so you always know how much time remains.
Focused Collaboration
For resume and essay editing, I recommend using email as our primary method of communication to maximize your time, as phone calls can often waste precious minutes with back-and-forth discussion. For mock interviews, we'll use Zoom or phone to best simulate real interview conditions.
What We Can Cover in Your Hourly Sessions
Strategic Planning
Assessing your profile strengths and weaknesses
Identifying your unique value proposition
School selection strategy (reach / target / safety mix)
Storyline and brand development across apps
Timeline planning for each component
Recommender strategy and guidance
"Angle" for each school — how to adapt your story
Career goals crafting: clarity, credibility, and ambition
Resume Review
🔍 Strategic Impact
Relevance to post-MBA goals
Strategic prioritization of content
Clear leadership and impact
Balance of quantitative, strategic, and people-driven experiences
✏️ Tactical Execution
Results-oriented bullet points
Strong action verbs and varied language
Grammar, formatting, and consistency
Concise, one-page formatting
Essay Analysis
🔍 Strategic Impact
Clarity of goals and alignment with the MBA program
Strength and originality of personal narrative
Authenticity and voice
Demonstrated self-awareness and reflection
✏️ Tactical Execution
Sentence clarity and conciseness
Grammar and syntax
Adherence to word limits
School-specific customization
Mock Interviews
Structuring answers (e.g., STAR) for behavioral questions
Answering "Why MBA?", "Why this school?", and "Walk me through your resume" with polish
Differentiation in "Tell me about yourself"
Alignment with application narrative
School-specific question patterns and phrasing
Poise, pace, tone, and presence on camera
Speaking with confidence and authenticity
Response agility for unexpected or difficult questions
From "What If" to "I'm In."
It starts with a free conversation.
Whether you're early in the process or already deep in essays, we'll talk through your goals and how I can help. No pressure, no sales pitch.
Have a question but don't want to commit to a free call yet? Send us a message.