What we will cover:
Harvard Essay Question-
Essay 3: Growth-Oriented: Curiosity can be seen in many ways. Please share an example of how you have demonstrated curiosity and how that has influenced your growth. (up to 250 words)
You’ll learn how to:
- Selecting a curiosity-driven story that shows growth and leadership
- Framing curiosity as a driver of innovation and lifelong learning
- Keeping the essay concise yet powerful
Stanford Essay Question-
Essay 1: What matters most to you, and why? (recommended 650 words)
You’ll learn how to:
- Finding the deep personal story that reveals your values and motivations
- Showing transformative experiences that shaped your purpose
- Balancing introspection with clear impact
- Choosing authentic experiences that highlight collaboration and impact
- Connecting your background to Wharton’s culture and resources
- Structuring a concise, high-impact response
Meet the Speaker
Meet our expert speakers for this session! Shantanu Sharma, an INSEAD alumni and industry expert, brings years of experience in guiding MBA aspirants toward top business school. He has helped applicants with different backgrounds such as Startups, Tech, Veterans, Banking, Engineers etc. to receive admits from INSEAD and other M7 schools.
Shantanu Sharma
Who Should Attend
- Applicants targeting Stanford, Harvard or Wharton for upcoming rounds
Professionals seeking essay strategies that reflect authentic leadership and career clarity
Anyone struggling to transform professional achievements into a compelling MBA story