Episode 131: Beyond the Résumé: Showcasing Authentic Passion in Applications
In this solo episode of Success Unlocked, Dr. Adrienne Shnier is pulling back the curtain on one of the biggest application mistakes out there: being too polished and not personal enough. If your application reads like a LinkedIn post from 2016, it’s time for a rewrite.
Adrienne walks you through how to write with authenticity, purpose, and actual strategy because generic won’t get you in. From turning real-life experiences into compelling narratives to using language that makes your story come alive, this episode is your no-BS guide to standing out on paper and owning your path forward.
Whether you’re struggling with your personal statement, second-guessing your story, or just don’t know where to start, consider this your permission slip to get real, get reflective, and get RESULTS.
What You’ll Learn (and actually use):
- Why authenticity > perfection every single time
- How to write like a human, not a robot
- What admissions committees really want to see in your personal statement
- How to link your experiences to your mission (and future goals)
- Why active, specific language shows leadership
- What makes a letter of recommendation unforgettable
- The mindset shift that changes your entire application game
Timestamps:
00:00 – Unlocking Authenticity in Applications
03:01 – The Importance of Personal Connection
05:49 – Crafting Your Unique Narrative
08:59 – Demonstrating Passion and Impact
11:55 – Mindset and Strategy for Success
Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!
Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!
Connect with Adrienne!
Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself Global™! Email me personally at [email protected]. You can also DM me on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal.
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Work with Adrienne
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