what people say: coaching impact stories.
Tech professional pivoting to policy admitted to a top 10 international policy school with scholarship.
“Looking to pivot in my career from the private sector, I was overwhelmed when starting the process of applying to graduate school. Rob was the perfect person to build my confidence and get me out of feeling "stuck". With personalized, actionable recommendations and strategic insights collected from his career working in the field, Rob helped me up-level my applications. Ultimately, I was accepted to every program I applied to and even received funding.”
Cybersecurity CEO from Kosovo now creating impact at the most exciting AI tech company.
“Rob’s guidance and mentorship were invaluable to me as an international student admitted to the #1 global program for security and international affairs. After being away from academia for an extended period, I felt overwhelmed and uncertain about navigating graduate school in the United States. Rob's warm and approachable demeanor instantly put me at ease, and his deep understanding of Washington, D.C. area made him an exceptional resource.
Rob’s insights into networking in Washington, D.C. were particularly beneficial. He connected me with key individuals in the field, provided guidance on conferences, and helped me build relationships crucial to my personal and professional growth. His advice led me to secure an engagement with one of the top AI firms which aligned perfectly with my interests and goals.”
Ukrainian Think Tank scholar of international security and diplomacy.
“Rob was extremely helpful and supportive throughout the entire application and admissions process - he was always available if I had any questions and was able to offer the best possible solutions at the time. I had a slightly complicated admissions situation and with Robert’s guidance and expertise was able to navigate it effectively and have a good start to the program. His knowledge of the school and my particular program helped me out in my first few weeks in the United States as he was always able to provide me with necessary resources or useful contacts. Overall, I felt like Rob truly cared about me having a successful and gratifying experience with the admissions process and with the program itself!”
Japanese-New Yorker and a trusted voice in Transatlantic affairs research.
“Rob was an instrumental voice in guiding me through the professional environment in DC - quite a different climate from what I experienced in NY. He taught me the value of networking - but also networking effectively and intelligently - and this skill has helped me connect with a wide array of professionals willing to assist me in my job search. His approach in the recruitment process of international students - notably to apply to programs with purpose and preparation for challenges that US students don’t need to face - has also given me the tools to advise international students who were admitted to the program after me.”
UK Scholar leading programming and research in diplomacy.
“Rob's expertise in guiding me through the cultural, academic, and personal challenges of moving to graduate school in the United States was superb. He not only helped me navigate these hurdles, but helped me sell myself in the United States to maximize the value of graduate education; I now work my dream job straight out of my Master's. Long after finishing school, his expertise still helps me to this day.”