Get to B-School

🎙️ Welcome to Get to B-School! Today’s episode is all about fighting for your spot, staying focused, and making an MBA about more than just career growth. Our guest, Landon Eyre, didn’t just get into business school—he fought his way in, turning a waitlist spot at Duke Fuqua into an acceptance through sheer persistence, strategic networking, and a deep understanding of what schools really look for...

Today, we’re talking MBA journeys, sports careers, and... overrated barbecue? Yep, our guest, Jake Perry, has some hot takes—including why Texas brisket isn’t all that. But beyond his food opinions, Jake’s story is all about determination, strategy, and carving out a unique career path. In this episode, we cover: 🏀 Applying twice to B-school and why he kept pushing forward 🎯 His plan to break in...

Today’s guest has a name straight out of an action movie—Jackson Steele—and a background just as cool. Jackson went from studying astronomy and physics to working as a software engineer at Amazon, where he helped automate drone operations. Now, he’s at Kellogg, navigating business school with a unique perspective on career pivots, entrepreneurship, and making tough decisions when things don’t go a...

What’s it like going through business school as a married couple? Tyler and Alex Muir join Get to B-School to share their experience of applying together, navigating Kellogg as individuals, and balancing careers, recruiting, and social life—all while keeping things fun. Alex and Tyler break down why they chose the MBA, how they made their applications stand out, and why sometimes, a business degre...

In this episode of Get to B-School, Jeff Barney shares his journey from software engineering at Lucid to pursuing an MBA at Kellogg with a focus on artificial intelligence. Jeff opens up about why he chose a tech-driven business program, how AI is reshaping industries, and the challenges of stepping out of his comfort zone. He also discusses recruiting, balancing business and technical skills, and...

In our very first episode of Get to B-School, Ian shares his unique path from teaching STEM to middle schoolers in Hawaii to pursuing an MBA at Kellogg. He even divulges a few secrets he's picked up since becoming an admissions coach. Whether you’re considering an MBA, navigating career pivots, or looking for inspiration, Ian’s story is packed with practical advice and motivation. Book Ian as your...