"The Best Partner In The Craziness Of MBA Applications"

“Working with Petia was one of the best decisions I made during my MBA journey.

When we first connected, I was going through an incredibly demanding period (working abroad, traveling weekly, studying for the GRE, and trying to manage multiple commitments at once). I had already been admitted to an M7 school as a deferred applicant, and my goal was to take a focused shot at a few of the very top programs (HBS, GSB — with Petia — MIT and Wharton). I knew the process would be intense, and more than anything, I was looking for someone who would truly partner with me through it.

From our very first conversation, Petia stood out. Our quick introductory call turned into a 1-hour, thoughtful discussion about my ambitions, my doubts, and what I really wanted from the next chapter of my life. She was warm and encouraging, but also refreshingly honest. She saw both my potential and the areas where I needed to grow (and she wasn’t afraid to say so!). 

What made the biggest difference, though, was how deeply she cared. While she was BEYOND amazing in helping me write my essays or prepare for interviews, she also invested a lot of time in understanding who I was. She helped me clarify my story, strengthen my confidence, and stay grounded during a process that can easily feel overwhelming. Our weekly sessions often ran long because we ended up talking about bigger life decisions, not just applications. Most of the time, she felt less like a consultant and more like a mentor.

Her support extended far beyond the formal scope of our work. Even when I wasn’t officially working with her for MIT/Wharton, she still included me in interview preparation sessions, and made sure I had the resources I needed to succeed. 

In the end, I received interview invitations from all 4 schools I applied to, and got accepted to MIT and GSB! But more than the results, what I value most is the experience of having someone in my corner who genuinely believed in me and pushed me to be my best.

MBA admissions can be stressful and uncertain, but with Petia, I never felt alone in the process. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone considering this path.”

—Admitted to Stanford and MIT Sloan, Poets & Quants verified review