Do's & don'ts for last-minute MBA applications: B-Schooled episode 192
This episode gives advice (and warnings) to those attempting to pull together MBA applications in the final weeks before the deadlines.
Dec 27, 2023•15 min•Ep. 192
B-Schooled: Get Your MBA Admit
B-Schooled: Get Your MBA Admit, a podcast from top MBA admissions consulting firm Stacy Blackman Consulting, covers all aspects of the MBA application and admissions process. We offer insight and advice on how to pull together your personal-best business school materials — and make the most of your time once you get on campus. We’ll occasionally hold interviews with current business school students and recent graduates, as well as other important players along a typical candidate’s MBA admissions journey.
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Using an MBA in Corporate Social Responsibility: B-Schooled episode 191
In this episode Chandler sits down with longtime friend, Anna Anderson, who leads celebrity and influencer engagement for The Nature Conservancy. Anna brings a long history of leading corporate social responsibility and social impact efforts at a number of leading social change organizations. In this episode Anna shares incredible advice for MBAs interested in careers in corporate social responsibility (CSR), Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) and a variety of other social cha...
Dec 20, 2023•25 min•Ep. 191
How to edit MBA materials down: B-Schooled episode 190
It can be quite a challenge to fit an MBA application, data-form or essay response into the space provided when restrictive character or word counts are in play. This episode focuses on specific ways business school applicants can edit down essays and short-answer responses without compromising the power of their stories, anecdotes or statements.
Dec 13, 2023•18 min•Ep. 190
What to do ONE MONTH before the deadline: B-Schooled episode 189
What to do ONE MONTH before the deadline This B-Schooled podcast is designed for MBA applicants one month out from their application deadlines. In this episode our host share specific tips and suggestions for applicants putting the finishing touches on the following application elements: Polishing your resume, especially in terms of adding additional quantification and additional context, Ways to check in with (and support) those writing your recommendations, Ways to take your essays from good t...
Dec 06, 2023•29 min•Ep. 189
Ace your MBA video essays: B-Schooled episode 188
This replay of a past episode covers how to prepare for the various kinds of video essays (pre-recorded, live with known questions, and live with randomized questions) several MBA programs require, as well as general tips on what you should wear, where you should record, and more.
Nov 29, 2023•27 min•Ep. 188
Dealing with application stress and anxiety: B-Schooled episode 187
Having worked with MBA applicants for almost 20 years, co-host Chandler has seen levels of stress and anxiety associated with the MBA application journey rise steadily over the years. If you are struggling with stress and anxiety connected with your MBA applications, you’ve come to the right place. In this episode we’ve pulled together a range of tools from previous podcasts along with new content, so that you have a host of resources at your fingertips if and when stress and anxiety strike. But...
Nov 22, 2023•20 min
Communicating MBA program knowledge & fit: B-Schooled episode 186
This episode explores why it's important to demonstrate your knowledge of and fit with the MBA programs you’re applying to – and how you can do so in both your written materials and your interview responses.
Nov 15, 2023•25 min•Ep. 186
First sentences in your MBA essays: B-Schooled episode 185
The first sentence of each of your business school essays is incredibly important. This is your opportunity to start your essay strong, grab your reader’s attention, and chart a bold course for where your essay will go. On the other hand, an opening sentence that isn’t compelling can dramatically increase your chances of losing your reader’s attention and decreasing their engagement. In this podcast we will: Discuss why the first sentence is so important, not only for the essay itself but for th...
Nov 08, 2023•19 min•Ep. 185
How personal should you get in your MBA essays?: B-Schooled episode 184
In this replay of a popular episode, Erika is joined by her SBC colleague Lisa, former Director of MBA Admissions for the full-time and part-time MBA programs at Rice University’s Jones School, to have a discussion about when it is and isn't a good idea to share deeply personal stories in your MBA essays or interview responses. While you want to present your authentic self across your materials, when it comes to writing about certain past struggles or traumas, there is a fine line between what w...
Nov 01, 2023•29 min•Ep. 184
Using an MBA at a leading global brand: B-Schooled episode 183
In today’s podcast Chandler sits down with David Morgenstern (he/him). David serves as the Global Kids Apparel Business Operations Director at Nike. David shares his answers to a number of questions, including: What is the best decisions you made in business school? What things would you have done differently in business school? How can an MBA break into the world of sports/apparel? What advice for listeners wanting to thrive within a big company? What advice do you have for families about navig...
Oct 25, 2023•35 min•Ep. 183
Updates on the new shorter GRE and GMAT tests: B-Schooled episode 182
For this podcast our host Chandler joins SBC’s Director Of Test Prep, Anthony, for a great conversation with our friend Tyler from Achievable—an AI-powered test prep platform for the GRE—to discuss the new shorter GRE and GMAT tests. In this episode Tyler, Anthony and Chandler walk through recent changes in the GRE and GMAT tests, including: The new GMAT focus, which is shorter than the previous test, including: Changes in the GMAT focus algorithm, New content focus areas for the GMAT focus, The...
Oct 18, 2023•32 min•Ep. 182
Reflections from my 20-year HBS MBA reunion - part 2 of 2: B-Schooled episode 181
In the second episode of this two-parter, our co-host Erika details the class sessions she went to during her 20-year Harvard Business School MBA reunion and what she took away from them.
Oct 11, 2023•26 min•Ep. 181
Reflections from my 20-year HBS MBA reunion - part 1 of 2: B-Schooled episode 180
In the first episode of this two-parter, our co-host Erika shares an overview of her 20-year Harvard Business School reunion this past June.
Oct 04, 2023•18 min•Ep. 180
What do you bring to an MBA Program?: B-Schooled episode 179
In order to claim a spot at your dream school, it’s critical that you find a way to let the admissions committee know what your classmates will learn from you and how you’ll be an asset to their program. However, since most schools don’t come right out and ask you to address what you’ll bring to the school’s community, you need to find a way to convey that information throughout your materials. In this replay of a past episode, we cover ways to communicate the knowledge, experience, soft skills ...
Sep 27, 2023•16 min•Ep. 179
Lessons from SBC alums after their first year (Part Two): B-Schooled episode 178
In this episode we sit down with an SBC alum, Whitney, who just completed her first year at Stanford… along with two different summer internships. Whitney comes from the social impact world and shares lots of great information in this discussion, including: The best decision she made during her first year, One thing she would do differently about her first year, Suggestions for those wanting to make the most out of their internship experience (and for those considering two different internship e...
Sep 19, 2023•27 min•Ep. 178
Lessons from SBC alums after their first year (Part One): B-Schooled episode 177
In this episode we sit down with an SBC alum, Ty, who just completed his first year at Darden and a summer internship with Bain & Company. Ty comes from a somewhat untraditional background—with a focus on music and social change—and shares lots of great information about his experiences at Darden and his transition to the world of consulting, including: The best decision he made during his first year, Balancing his marriage and being a father while in school, One thing he would do differentl...
Sep 13, 2023•22 min•Ep. 177
Before you submit your Round 1 MBA applications: B-Schooled episode 176
Round 1 deadlines are upon us, and nerves tend to get the best of many candidate. This timely replay covers common last-minute traps that MBA applicants fall into and how to avoid them, as as what you should do and not do before submitting.
Sep 06, 2023•19 min•Ep. 176
Making sure your MBA application is clear, consistent and cohesive: B-Schooled episode 175
In this podcast we spend a lot of time diving into different element of your MBA application: your essays, your recommendations, your scores, your grades, and so many other things. But it is also critically important—especially as you near the end of your application process—to take a step back to review all these different elements of your application to make sure that they fit together as a cohesive whole. Think about these different application elements as chapters in a book. While you want e...
Aug 30, 2023•23 min•Ep. 175
Communicating why you want an MBA: B-Schooled episode 174
In this replay episode, we cover why it’s so important to clearly convey the reasons you are pursuing business school. What will an MBA help you achieve that you couldn’t otherwise accomplish? Even though many programs don’t specifically ask this question, that doesn’t mean applicants shouldn’t be prepared with a strong answer. Other topics covered include: Common reasons for pursuing an MBA Four candidate types that need to ensure they have clear reasons for wanting the degree Reasons for wanti...
Aug 23, 2023•14 min•Ep. 174
Advice for MBAs interested in economic development and real estate: B-Schooled episode 173
In this episode host Chandler Arnold sits down with Melissa Román Burch, Chief Operating Officer at the NYC Economic Development Corporation and HBS alum. In her current role, Melissa mobilizes public and private investment through tax incentive programs, tax exempt bond financings and across a portfolio of 64 million square feet and 230 assets comprised of life sciences, film & entertainment, advanced manufacturing, off shore wind, and green economy businesses across NYC. Prior to her curre...
Aug 16, 2023•36 min•Ep. 173
Spotlight on UCLA Anderson with Assistant Dean Alex Lawrence: B-Schooled - Get Your MBA Admit - Episode 172
This engaging conversation with UCLA Anderson's Assistant Dean Alex Lawrence covers the program's new essay, what the adcom is looking for in prospective MBA students, how Anderson runs its applicant interviews, unique aspects of the program, what students do around campus, and much, much more.
Aug 09, 2023•41 min•Ep. 172
School selection and program strengths: B-Schooled episode 171
In this replay of a popular past episode of the B-Schooled podcast, we cover: Two big mistakes we see applicants make regarding school selection An exercise to help you think about and narrow down your school list Which business schools have reputations or are otherwise known for being strong in particular areas
Aug 02, 2023•18 min•Ep. 171
What to do when you get stuck (Part 2 of 2): B-Schooled episode 170
Everyone – and we do mean everyone – gets stuck on their MBA Applications from time to time. So it really isn't a question of IF you are going to hit a wall in your application process. It’s a question of WHEN and—more critically—a question of WHAT you’re going to do when this happens. In the second part of this two-part episode host Chandler Arnold explores what to do when you hit a wall. This episode includes additional tips and suggestions, including such topics as: Embracing the element of t...
Jul 27, 2023•20 min•Ep. 170
What to do when you get stuck (Part 1 of 2): B-Schooled episode 169
Everyone – and we do mean everyone – gets stuck on their MBA Applications from time to time. So it really isn't a question of IF you are going to hit a wall in your application process. It’s a question of WHEN and—more critically—a question of WHAT you’re going to do when this happens. In the first part of this two-part episode host Chandler Arnold explores what to do when you hit a wall. This episode includes 5 specific tips and suggestions, including such topics as: What you can learn by explo...
Jul 19, 2023•16 min•Ep. 169
Spotlight on MIT Sloan: B-Schooled - Get Your MBA Admit - Episode 168
In this episode, Erika talks with fellow Stacy Blackman Consulting team member Deedee, who spent 12 years on the MBA admissions team at Massachusetts Institute of Technology's (MIT) Sloan School of Management. Deedee's passion for Sloan comes through as she gives invaluable insight on the program's unique application requirements (such as a cover letter, an organizational chart and a 1-minute video), and also explains how the program integrates with the Boston and Cambridge communities, as well ...
Jul 12, 2023•32 min•Ep. 168
The 5-paragraph MBA essay: B-Schooled episode 167
While there are countless ways to approach an MBA essay, we know a few things are true for virtually any business school essay prompt: You need to convey a lot of complex information succinctly, These prompts are often purposely broad/vague--which means that it is essential for you to structure your essay in a way that is compelling and easy to understand, and Admissions officers, who have to read hundreds or thousands of applications a year, read these essays VERY quickly. For all of these reas...
Jul 05, 2023•35 min•Ep. 167
MBA career goals: B-Schooled episode 166
This episode covers: - How you should think about and position your short- and long-term MBA career goals in both the short-answer responses on business school applications, as well as in career-related essays. - What you should do if you have no idea what your career goals are, or if the main reason you want to go to b-school is to explore different options for your future career path. - Whether it's a bad idea to say you want to completely change careers or stick with what you’re doing now.
Jun 28, 2023•18 min•Ep. 166
MBA in space—Using an MBA in emerging sectors: B-Schooled episode 165
Host Chandler Arnold sits down with longtime friend and MBA classmate Carie Lemack to talk about using an MBA in the aerospace field (specifically) and emerging sectors (more generally). Carie has served as a CEO and COO in aerospace enterprises, as an advisor to a number of aerospace startups, and is the co-founder of the Zed Factor Fellowship Program, a fellowship that empowers aspiring space and aviation professionals from historically excluded backgrounds. In this wide-ranging conversation C...
Jun 21, 2023•33 min•Ep. 165
ChatGPT and your MBA essays: B-Schooled episode 164
If you've toyed with the idea of using an artificial intelligence tool to write your MBA essays, this is the episode for you.
Jun 14, 2023•13 min•Ep. 164
Highlighting what you've learned + how you've grown: B-Schooled episode 163
One thing many admissions officers focus on is identifying applicants who have a strong record of learning and growth, in both their professional and personal lives. With that said, effectively DEMONSTRATING you are open to learning and you have a proven aptitude for growth is often easier said than done. But don't worry. In this podcast, we share specific tips and suggestions you can use to highlight the things you've learned--and the ways you've grown--in three areas of your application: your ...
Jun 07, 2023•22 min•Ep. 163
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