Stacy Blackman Consulting

04/14/2026

Yes, an MBA is still worth it in 2026! Do consider your career goals and know what you want to get out if it. 🙂‍↕️ Reach out if you’re considering an MBA!

04/14/2026

Deciding which business schools to target is one of the most significant choices you'll make during the MBA application process. And it's where applicants most often go wrong — either selling themselves short or putting all their eggs in one basket.

We broke down the full framework: how to think about selectivity, what to look for beyond rankings, and which programs have a leg up in specific industries. Read it on the blog:

Choosing which business schools to target can be daunting. Uncover tips for making the right decision in your MBA journey.

04/13/2026

Use your MBA essays to tell YOUR authentic story. The admissions committee isn’t interested in hearing from a robot! Don’t be afraid to be vulnerable 🙂‍↕️

04/13/2026

The pace-setter leadership style feels like excellence. Turns out it's actually one of the worst ways to lead.
Terry Cumes learned that in a Stanford GSB leadership course, then had to completely unlearn his Type A consulting instincts to build and keep a team in rural Peru. Real leadership isn't about outworking everyone. It's about getting the best out of each person in the way they can work.
🎧 Hear the full conversation on B-Schooled: Paths Less Traveled. https://www.stacyblackman.com/blog/b-schooled-podcast-episode-283-one-stanford-mba-two-paths/

04/12/2026

The second-oldest business school in the US, is renowned for its reputation in finance and economics. Are you applying? 👀

04/12/2026

Advice you need to hear if you’re applying for an MBA!

04/10/2026

A calculated risk that clearly paid off for this alum! 🙂‍↕️ Stay tuned for more storytimes about MBA candidates who achieved success in unexpected ways.

04/10/2026

The 2026 US News MBA specialization rankings are out, and they're worth a closer look than the overall list. Kellogg broadens its presence across six specializations. UCLA Anderson tops the hidden gem story. And one specialty ranking tells you almost nothing that the overall list doesn't already tell you. We break it all down.
https://www.stacyblackman.com/blog/us-news-mba-specialization-rankings-analysis/

04/09/2026

Did you know about these traditions? 👀

04/08/2026

It’s all about leadership-driven learning at Michigan Ross! Are you interested in applying? 👀

04/08/2026

"Superb coaching made the difference." We hear this, and it never gets old. Congratulations to our clients on their acceptance to Harvard Business School. This is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.

04/07/2026

Did you know this about Kellogg School of Management? 👀