Ep 15. Saleh Dadkhahipour - GSB: Finding Your North Star

2025-04-28

Today’s guest, Saleh Dadkhahipour, knows firsthand that getting into a top MBA program isn’t just about telling your story—it’s about making sure the admissions committee understands it. In this episode, Saleh shares:🔹 How he had to educate schools on the prestige of studying at Iran’s top university and working at a leading consulting firm abroad🔹 Why your MBA application is like a limited piece of real estate—and how to use every inch wisely🔹 How to translate your experiences into relatable stories

Today’s guest, Saleh Dadkhahipour, knows firsthand that getting into a top MBA program isn’t just about telling your story—it’s about making sure the admissions committee understands it.

In this episode, Saleh shares:
🔹 How he had to educate schools on the prestige of studying at Iran’s top university and working at a leading consulting firm abroad
🔹 Why your MBA application is like a limited piece of real estate—and how to use every inch wisely
🔹 How to translate your experiences into relatable stories (think: "I worked at the Uber of Iran" or "the SpaceX of my region")
🔹 The energy and drive he feels being surrounded by an accomplished, inspiring MBA class

Saleh’s journey is a masterclass in strategic storytelling, resilience, and making your unique background impossible to ignore.

And if you want even more great insights into the MBA journey, be sure to check out Saleh’s content at MBA.Odyssey on YouTube and Instagram!

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