MBA APPLICATION COACHING

Add some method to the madness that is mba applications.

About The Method Coach

The Method Coach provides methods and tools to make people’s lives easier. Backed by 20+ years of experience across sectors and Ivy League education, the firm helps create order from chaos—using proven methods, tools, and templates to make some of life’s most overwhelming processes work for you, instead of against you. Be it MBA applications or job search, the aim is the same: add some method to the madness.

Leveraging a unique combination of executive-level coaching, a supportive community, and battle-tested tools, the goal is to get you ready to crush those professional goals you’ve been putting off.

Drawing from my experience as both a successful MBA applicant and an application reviewer, I help you navigate every stage of the application journey:

  • Strategy & Planning

    Craft a personalized blueprint for success rooted in your values, strengths, and goals—then follow our proven step-by-step strategy to make the search work for you, not against you.

    Candidate Profile Assessment

    School Research & Selection

    Application Strategy & Tracker

  • Storytelling & Brand

    Own your narrative with pride! Then refine it into an admissions-ready brand that wows. Renew or refresh the most foundational thing in your arsenal—your story.


    Personal Narrative Development

    Essay Ideation & Editing

    Résumé & CV Coaching

  • Content & Materials

    Use our distinct formula to bring your résumé, essays, and recs into sharp focus—tailored to each school’s unique lens.

    Extracurricular & Essay Mapping

    School-Specific Customization

    Letters of Recommendation Strategy

  • Support & Success

    Show up strong—from test strategy to interview intros to tough decisions—with support that also unlocks the often-overlooked power of AdCom and alumni networking.

    Test Prep Timeline & Strategy

    Interview Preparation

    Decision Guidance & Budgeting

MBA APPLICATION COACHING

Our Services

Whether you’re looking for full-service, hourly, or guided DIY support, I offer flexible options to fit your goals and budget, because I know firsthand what it’s like to apply without being able to afford a five-figure consultant.

The Method Coach supports applicants with proven strategies, structure, and storytelling— from the first draft to the final decision.

Full Service

Our most popular package is built for applicants who want peace of mind and expert guidance. From strategy to submissions and decisions, we handle the heavy lift together—so you stay on track and confident.

Best value for multi-school applicants.

  • Includes 2-hour assessment call and personalized report, bi-weekly 1:1 sessions, access to group coaching calls, all tools and templates, and emergency calls as needed.

    • 1 School: $3,500

    • 2 Schools: $4,550

    • 3 Schools: $5,500

    • 4 Schools: $6,300

    • 5 Schools: $7,050

    • 6 Schools: $7,700

    • 7 Schools: $8,300

    • 8 Schools: $8,850

Supported DIY

This option gives you access to TMC’s trusted frameworks plus targeted check-ins that help you stay accountable without the cost of full-time coaching.

Ideal for independent applicants who want smart guidance without the full price tag.

  • Includes 2-hour assessment and personalized report, access to weekly group coaching calls, and the full library of tools and templates.

    • 1 School: $2,500

    • 2 Schools: $3,250

    • 3 Schools: $3,950

    • 4 Schools: $4,550

    • 5 Schools: $5,100

    • 6 Schools: $5,550

    • 7 Schools: $5,950

    • 8 Schools: $6,350

Hourly

Perfect for quick reviews, tough questions, or a fresh pair of eyes—our hourly option lets you book only what you need, when you need it.

Maximum focus. No package required.

  • Includes hourly, focused support based on your goals, with access to relevant tools and templates provided as needed.

    • 2 hours: $500

    • 5 hours: $1,225

    • 10 hours: $2,375

    • 15 hours: $3,475

    • 20 hours: $4,500

    • Add-on hour: $250

The MBA Tour participants get $500 off Full Service and Supported DIY packages of $2000 or more with code DC500.

The application process is not about proving yourself. It is about being empowered in your personal narrative.

Meet Your Coach

I created The Method Coach to help people add some method to the madness that can be some of the most overwhelming processes ever — like MBA applications, career pivoting, and job search — so they can stop worrying about proving themselves and start letting their story shine.

    • In the workforce for over 20 years, hiring manager for 15+ years

    • Ivy League education in U.S. & Europe, including Brown, UC Berkeley, & IE Business School

    • Trained by Berkeley Admissions—coached hundreds of applicants

    • Experience in higher education access reading hundreds of personal statements and applications

    • Worked in and with multiple Silicon Valley startups, including B-corps, for-profits, and nonprofits

    • Management generalist and consultant with breadth of experience across technology, education, digital media, hospitality, CPG, and more

    • Creator of the Reinvent Your Resume Workshop

What Sets TMC Apart

Not your average MBA admissions consultant—The Method Coach brings structure, strategy, and soul to the process.

  • Executive-Level Coaching

    Work with a seasoned coach who brings Ivy League MBA experience, deep admissions insight, and a personal, high-touch approach to every engagement.

  • Individualized Experience

    We intentionally keep our client list small so we can offer individualized attention through both 1:1 and group coaching formats.

  • Proven Tools & Templates

    Access to proprietary trackers, school ranking frameworks, and networking systems that take the guesswork out of your application.

  • Flexible Options

    Choose the path that fits your style—Full Service, Supported DIY, or Hourly—so you get what you need most.

  • Unique Specialties

    We specialize in nontraditional applicants, international programs, as well as both MBA and EMBA hopefuls.

  • Accessible Pricing

    Fair and affordable pricing—because great coaching shouldn’t require luxury rates.

Real Progress. Real Testimonials.

  • “I came in with a lot of skepticism, since a lot of folks out there purport to help while mostly just wasting everyone's time. It was clear to me very quickly though that Lajuanda is the real deal."

    Elijah

  • “Lajuanda is amazing! I’m so glad I participated in the Reinvent Your Resume Workshop. I wish I would have told more people about it!”

    Heidi

  • “I truly enjoyed your coaching. I have participated in several programs prior, and yours, by far, was the most insightful and practical. And thank you so much for the real-time feedback as well.”

    Janeen

Choose your path

Supported DIY

Starting at

$2500

For self-driven applicants seeking a flexible price

Includes 2-hour assessment and personalized report, access to group coaching calls, and the full library of tools and templates.

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Popular

Full Service

Starting at

$3500

Best value for multi-school applicants

Includes 2-hour assessment call and personalized report, bi-weekly 1:1 sessions, access to group coaching calls, all tools and templates, and emergency calls as needed.

Hourly

Starting at

$500

Great for targeted, flexible support

Includes hourly, focused support based on your goals, with access to relevant tools and templates provided as needed.