Am I Too Old To Get a Ph.D.?
Now here's the issue... Those who inquire, "Am I too old to begin a Ph.D.?" are typically attempting to talk themselves out of it. This may shock you, but I believe that you should begin...
Twenty Tips for a Powerful Personal Statement
I used to teach a summer seminar to aspiring MBA, law school, and college students about how to write a powerful personal statement. While transitioning my material to a new laptop, I recently discovered my...
Is An MBA Worth It? A Personalized ROI Analysis
In a recent discussion I had with Andrea Flores from IE University in Madrid, we talked about the Return on Investment of an MBA. It was a fantastic discussion that allowed us to explore ROI...
Three Tips for a Great CV
A CV (or curriculum vitae) or resume is a written statement of your educational and professional accomplishments. It's an important facet of your job hunt that may make you stand out from the competition.
How to Write About Blemishes in Your Personal Statement
At Gurufi, we help applicants of all backgrounds write powerful and compelling personal statements, but if I had to pick our specialty, it would be helping people with blemishes on their record. Maybe you had...
How to Avoid “Frankenstein Essays”
Within 20 seconds of reading a draft personal statement, I can tell whether the author has a clear sense of what they want to say or whether they’ve spent far too much time asking for...
Is My Personal Statement Too Long?
When it comes to personal statements, less is often more. Though most schools and programs have set word limits, many do not. This uncapped essay creates a temptation to over-write. This is a trap! Keep...
A Happy Problem! How Do You Choose Between MBA Offers?
When I checked my email this morning, I remembered why this is my favorite time of year! Two of my favorite clients got into their dream schools, and my back-and-forth emails with a client who...
You Can Get Into Your Dream School Despite a Few Blemishes
We all mistakes because we're all human. In my 16 years of working with clients and helping them get into top business schools, one of the most common things I've witnessed is accomplished and smart...
Use the ‘Hemingway Rules’ to Build a Powerful Personal Statement
Writing a powerful personal statement can be a genuine challenge for inexperienced writers. They often pile on unnecessary complexity, use fancier-than-needed words, and try too hard to *dazzle* their reader. Don’t do that. The best...
