Ep 33. Ben Lazaroff (Admissions Coach) - GSB: Helping Candidates Answer the Prompt

Today’s guest is Ben Lazaroff, one of Leland’s top MBA coaches and a Stanford GSB graduate. Ben’s career has been anything but linear, from working at McKinsey helping prisons improve rehabilitation outcomes, to diving into politics, to supporting chess startups, his experiences are as diverse as they are fascinating. After struggling through the MBA application process himself, Ben became driven to help candidates craft powerful, authentic applications that truly reflect who they are. In this episode, Ben shares: 🔹 How his varied career shaped his perspective on business school and beyond 🔹 Why storytelling is the key to a standout MBA application 🔹 How he helps candidates align their applications with their unique strengths and passions If you’re navigating the MBA application process, Ben’s insights will help you focus on what truly matters and make your story shine. Find Ben at Leland: https://www.joinleland.com/coach/ben-lazaroff