MBA essay questions are answered here, as we cover examples of effective essays. HBSGuru.com founder Sandy Kreisberg and Poets&Quants EditorinChief John A. Byrne explain how NOT to ruin a Stanford or HBS essay. Watch for great tips about how these essays are similar and how to do them. Know when you actually have something to say AND how to get by when you DO NOT. Pro tip: Influence is the way to go!

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