Get to B-School
Get to B-School
Podcast Description
Welcome to Get to B-School, the podcast dedicated to demystifying the world of business school. Whether you’re dreaming of an MBA, weighing your options, or deep in the admissions process, this podcast offers the insights, strategies, and stories you need to succeed.
Join Drexler as he sits down with current students and alumni from top programs to explore their journeys—how they got in, what they’ve learned, and where they’re headed. From navigating career pivots to crafting compelling applications, each episode delivers practical advice and inspiration for anyone ready to take the leap into B-school.
If you’re curious about the value of an MBA, looking to level up your career, or just love a good story about ambition and growth, Get to B-School is your go-to guide for getting in and thriving once you’re there.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers various themes related to business school journeys, including application strategies, career pivots, and personal growth. Episodes feature insights such as turning waitlist spots into acceptances, balancing ambitions with realistic expectations, and leveraging unique backgrounds like sports careers and tech innovations to create compelling B-school narratives.
Welcome to Get to B-School, the podcast dedicated to demystifying the world of business school. Whether you’re dreaming of an MBA, weighing your options, or deep in the admissions process, this podcast offers the insights, strategies, and stories you need to succeed.
Join Drexler as he sits down with current students and alumni from top programs to explore their journeys—how they got in, what they’ve learned, and where they’re headed. From navigating career pivots to crafting compelling applications, each episode delivers practical advice and inspiration for anyone ready to take the leap into B-school.
If you’re curious about the value of an MBA, looking to level up your career, or just love a good story about ambition and growth, Get to B-School is your go-to guide for getting in and thriving once you’re there.
In this episode, I sit down with Paul Clancy, an MD-MBA student at the University of Virginia who is also the founder of Admissions Academy. Paul is one of the most structured and driven people you will meet, and this conversation is packed with practical insight on what real productivity actually looks like.
We talk about building systems that help you move the needle, not just stay busy. Paul breaks down how to identify the work that truly matters and avoid the sneaky “productive distractions” that pull you off course, like cleaning the house when you should be studying or tackling low-impact tasks that feel good but don’t move you forward. His perspective on structure, discipline, and intentional focus is incredibly practical for anyone balancing big goals.
If you want thoughtful strategies for getting more done and staying aligned with what actually matters, this is a great episode to tune into.
Learn more and connect:
Admissions Academy MBA content: https://AdmissionsAcademy.MBA
Admissions Academy: https://admissionsacademy.org
Leland resources:
Leland Coach search: https://www.joinleland.com/search/school/mba/traditional-full-time-mba?via=67a30d
Free MBA events: https://www.joinleland.com/school/mba/events?via=67a30d
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