Insights by Elite Admit: Recent Episodes
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Insights explores every facet of the graduate school experience: planning, applying, studying, recruiting, and life after graduation. Discussions between Dane Phillips, Thailand's leading human capital consultant, and students and alumni from the world's best universities will provide a clearer and humanized perspective of this often opaque process.
Carl and Fernie review application updates for various schools and discuss the biggest changes from last year.
Dane and Carl go through Harvard's new essay questions (first shift away from SOP-style in many years). Carl provides the details on the questions and word limits, while both discuss potential approaches - including common pitfalls for these question types.
Fernando and Kot discuss all things Kellogg including academic misconceptions, global trips, recruitment, and even stand-up comedy
Nat Jariyaworakul calls for other victims to come forward, obtain the mental health they need, and hopefully take action to protect other children.
Update: Victims can report their case to an NGO called A21, who will anonymize their name and file a report with the police on their behalf (they are also connected to the US Homeland Security Investigations) ( link Facebook: A21 Thailand)
Content Warning: non-detailed discussion about sexual abuse and its personal impacts
Nat Jariyaworakul describes a moment of crisis at CBS, facing a repressed experience of sexual abuse during high school, and how facing thattrauma transformed his personal and professional journey.
Dane and Nat Jariyaworakul discuss emotional, mental, ethical, and practical reasons for launching in Thailand; Nat takes a break from his MBA and returns to Thailand.
Disclaimer: Nat accidentally misstates a differing position between psychiatry and psychology in Thailand. The correct information is that Thailand follows the traditional breakdown of the psychiatrist being the one to issue medicine, while psychologists handle assessment and talk therapy.
0: Deeper conversation about emotional expression in Thailand
13:00: American/Hispanic culture regarding emotional expression
14:35: The “Thai smile” and various ways of showing discomfort
19:00: Psychologist vs. Psychiatrist (globally vs. Thailand)
31:00: Mental Health services pain points & returning to Thailand
39:00: Finding co-founders and support
Nat Jariyaworakul describes his initial inspiration for launching his startup mid-MBA (CBS-hosted speaker about feminine hygiene startup); Dane/Nat discuss the blue oceans, opportunities, and challenges created by stigmatized spaces; Nat opens up about childhood emotional suppression; Nat covers launching his mental health startup.
3:06: Feminine Hygiene startup speaker & blue oceans
9:45: Nat’s startup
14:02: Suppressing emotions
17:24: CBS resources for startups
20:48: Turning pain into inspiration
31:10: Thai culture regarding emotional expression
Nat describes the joys and unique aspects of January-entry at Columbia Business School; Dane discusses the biology, reasoning, and realities of generalized anxiety (35:26).
Dane and Nat Jariyaworakul cover FinTech (Thailand & Philippines), Group Interview prep, project-based careers, re-apps, and applying on your own.
0: Recap
1:45: FinTech,
15:33: Late-stage FinTech
18:28: Benefits of project-based work and victories
21:38+: Being a re-applicant, etc.
Dane and Nat Jariyaworakul focus on mental health: anxiety, depression, medication (SSRIs/SNRIs/benzodiazepines), self-medication (alcohol), therapy, healthy lifestyle choices, the biology of mental health (diabetes analogy).
Dane and Nat Jariyaworakul discuss life at Garena as the company expanded into new businesses, applying later in life (late 20s), diversity within CBS, and mental health at different stages.
Attention recent admits! Praew gives specific advice on how to plan for the MBA experience and optimize your time abroad.
Praew dives into the details of Sloan sections ("Oceans"), which are 80+ people who take courses together. She then distinguishes that from the cohort ("Core Team") of 6 people who work closely on action learning and other events. As an elected "Community Building Chair," she is active in both.
Praew tells Dane all about life during her first semester at Sloan. She explains how sections and cohorts are chosen, why becoming a social event leader is a worthwhile challenge, and how to make the most of being a foreign student in a diverse US university.
Dane & Ning talk about their favorite Christmas movies, moving to NYC around the holidays, and how different cultural elements combine to make Christmas a magical time of year.
Dane & Ning (Thai who went to Christian school for 12 years) discuss their personal experiences with Christmas, Western New Year, Chinese New Year, and Thai New Year – highlighting similarities, differences, and the magic of red envelopes.
Carl is joined by special guest, Krit, as he provides insights on his recent GMAT Focus experience.
Will Charinpanitkul (Thailand) and Rhea Datta (UK) discuss making time for extracurriculars (women's rugby), the importance of female mentorship, and the differences and similarities for Thai/UK students.
Mek discusses the costs and benefits of each program, how to choose the best fit for you, and how to make the most of either option.
Pete discusses the evolution from the admissions Goals Essay, to MIT/MBA experiences, to Entrepreneurship, to Recruiting - as well as how different schools lead to different opportunities.
Dane discusses unusual aspects of interviews for top 10 MBAs, including Wharton, LBS, and NYU.
Dane and Fernie discuss how American citizens should approach the application process: “How to get Accepted” – Affirmative Action, ‘Diversity, Equity & Inclusion,’ Personal Statements, Essay Strategies, Activity Lists, Athletics, and Recommendations.
Dane and Fernie discuss how American citizens should approach the application process: recruiting, internships, and getting your first job.
Dane and Fernie discuss how American citizens should approach the application process: STEM degrees, BA vs. BS, Major/Minor, building your own degree, and full-time studies.
Dane and Fernie discuss how American citizens should approach the application process: school rankings, public vs. private, and liberal arts.
Nine and Dane discuss the challenges of international students getting internships and return offers. Nine offers strategies for success.
Nine and Dane dive into the details of the recruiting process: timeline, industries, optimizing resumes, and preparing for interviews - particularly as a McKinsey pivoting into Tech.
Carl Prince and Fernie Martinez discuss the timeline for applying in Round 1 as well as new changes in the application process.
Praew and Carl discuss her MIT application strategy, applying as a scholar, and her best tips for interviewing.
Earthy and Dane discuss a brave last-minute consulting change, expanding from 1 school to 6, finding your best stories, the importance of interview coaching, managing the wait list, a perfect 6 for 6 success rate, and how it all came down to one email and a phone call.
Earthy and Dane discuss a brave last-minute consulting change, expanding from 1 school to 6, finding your best stories, the importance of interview coaching, managing the wait list, a perfect 6 for 6 success rate, and how it all came down to one email and a phone call.
Fernando talks with Kwang about her transition from journalism into documentary filmmaking and the application process for creative degrees.
Country Manager Carl Prince talks with Cheng Thotrakul about the application process and overcoming pain points.
Sunny and Dane discuss how to find internships that offer visas, the importance of geography for quality of life, and the quest for constant self-improvement.
Paint and Dane discuss the tech/soft skill combo of applying to technical programs, the ability to move from accounting to data, and the challenges of "Video Interviews."
Elite Admit’s CEO, Dane Phillips, explains the KBank Scholarship Evaluation Event. This covers the different simulations, the qualities targeted, and the methods for an optimal performance.
Tan and Dane discuss the nuances of applying to technical programs, the value of extensive work experience, and the increasing need for soft skills before and during your studies.
Dane and Fernando wrap up their conversation on storytelling in film by discussing villains and foils.
Dane and Fernando break down the 3-act structure using Back to the Future as reference.
Carl and Dane discuss how to finish the application cycle by pushing in off waitlists, generating last-minute scholarships, and managing multiple acceptances to get into the best schools in the world.
Carl and Dane discuss HBS, MIT, NYU, LBS, and the many other schools who emphasize materials other than essays: videos, coffee chats, data visualization, photo captions, and other critical components that applicants must optimize.
Van discusses the 21-month LBS MBA advantages, combing corporate and family business, and the strong Thai community that exists across LBS, Cambridge, Oxford, and other great schools.
Pete discusses the 2-year MBA advantages, summer and in-term internships, and exploring non-traditional industries to develop your skillset in intriguing ways.
Tub discusses the value of consulting experience (PwC) blended with corporate (WHA), how that translates to the application process, and how the MBA pays off on a daily basis.
Dane and Fernando discuss the differences between Rounds 1 and 2 for MBA, as well as the timing and nuances of technical degrees.
Dane and Fernando discuss the differences between Rounds 1 and 2 for MBA, as well as the timing and nuances of technical degrees.
Dane and Fernando discuss the differences between Rounds 1 and 2 for MBA, as well as the timing and nuances of technical degrees.
Ping discusses the challenges of utilizing sensitive experiences (with global impacts) effectively in the application.
B discusses how to balance leadership and teamwork stories in the MBA application, as well as the opportunities to highlight social impact.
Dane and Jinny discuss balancing volume and details, empathizing with your reader, and how to write great essays and cover letters.
Max discusses starting the MBA application process early, choosing volunteerism you are truly passionate about, and how that affects interviews and essays.
Dane discusses the challenges, strategies, opportunities, and values of telling great stories quickly and effectively.
Dane discusses the pros, cons, strategies, components, and value propositions of corporate scholarship programs (sponsored studies) in Thailand.
Carl discusses his three decades of career experience in entrepreneurship, marketing, and corporate training - and how those combined experiences support world-class admissions consulting.
Carl discusses his three decades of career experience in entrepreneurship, marketing, and corporate training - and how those combined experiences support world-class admissions consulting.
Carl discusses his three decades of career experience in entrepreneurship, marketing, and corporate training – and how those combined experiences support world-class admissions consulting.
Episode 18 Part 3: Fernando discusses his two decades of career experience in filmmaking, editing, and digital marketing - and how those combined experiences support world-class admissions consulting.
Episode 18 Part 2: Fernando discusses his two decades of career experience in filmmaking, editing, and digital marketing - and how those combined experiences support world-class admissions consulting.
Episode 18 Part 1. Fernando discusses his two decades of career experience in filmmaking, editing, and digital marketing - and how those combined experiences support world-class admissions consulting.
Sirada discusses the last 15 years: the undergraduate application process, her work with refugees, her studies at Stanford, the diversity of her legal education at Berkeley, and her career progression from the U.S. to Hong Kong to Singapore.
Sirada discusses the last 15 years: the undergraduate application process, her work with refugees, her studies at Stanford, the diversity of her legal education at Berkeley, and her career progression from the U.S. to Hong Kong to Singapore.
Sirada discusses the last 15 years: the undergraduate application process, her work with refugees, her studies at Stanford, the diversity of her legal education at Berkeley, and her career progression from the U.S. to Hong Kong to Singapore.
Bew discusses the NYU MBA, choosing the 2-year experience, NYC's startup ecosystem, interview coaching, and networking during the application process.
Rada discusses applying twice, positioning her auditing experience effectively, studying at INSEAD, using travel in her essays, and managing difficult interviewers.
Patty discusses the Oxford MBA, choosing the best school fit, negotiating for scholarship matching, and how to recruit during a 1-year program.
Jinny Siranart discusses studying public policy at Columbia SIPA, bridging the public and private sectors at the United Nations, and collaborating with world leaders and top business executives to acheieve sustainable growth.
Jinny Siranart discusses studying public policy at Columbia SIPA, bridging the public and private sectors at the United Nations, and collaborating with world leaders and top business executives to acheieve sustainable growth.
Jinny Siranart discusses studying public policy at Columbia SIPA, bridging the public and private sectors at the United Nations, and collaborating with world leaders and top business executives to acheieve sustainable growth.
Bebe discusses the Cambridge MBA, transitioning from Auditing to Consulting, UK technical interviews, and applying as a more experienced candidate.
Ping discusses being the youngest Facebook manager in the world, pivoting out of Tech, and the startup scene at MIT Sloan MBA.
Billet Hoontrakul discusses the MIT-Tsinghua dual degree, InsureTech, and family business.
Jam Dejatiwongse Na Ayudhya M.D. discusses using Design Thinking as a doctor, the Fulbright Scholarship, and her Harvard masters in Education.
Pook Phunkitjakran discusses the Columbia MBA, the value of extra time, and life as a sponsored scholar.
Max Pakapol discusses the Harvard MBA, the "career portfolio" concept, and life at Amazon.
Mim Nonthapun discusses the Kellogg MBA, the joys of cooking, and the importance of effective storytelling.