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What if Someone Doesnt Like My Cause: Bringing Out Ones Unique FeaturesLinda Abraham What if somebody doesnt like my cause Or religion Or hobby Or nationality Or height I cant believe how many times clients have said to me, "But what if the adcom doesnt like _________ [fill-in-the-blank: tennis players, Iranians, Christians, Republicans, other]. Ill tell you something. I can guarantee that somebody somewhere wont like something that is important to you. Does that mean you shouldnt write about it No. Except for criminal pursuits, your distinctive interests, special experiences, and background distinguish you from your competition. Those singular passions tell the admissions committees that you can contribute a unique perspective to your class. Leaving out those exceptional elements from your essay and application may mean that you dont trigger a mildly negative reaction in a few individuals who "dont like" whatever it is you are writing about. The omission will also ensure that your essays, personality, and individual viewpoint blur into the great, gray mass of blob-like applicants. Far more damaging. Completely counter-productive. Bring out your distinct values, causes, and motivations by discussing your initiatives and accomplishments in different arenas. I do, however, have one caveat: No soapboxes please. Dont preach to the adcoms. Liked this tip The above tip and many, many more can be found in Submit a Stellar Application: 42 Terrific Tips to Help You Get Accepted.
| | | | RELATED ARTICLES Unusual Points of View Most writers are familiar with first and third points of view and their variations. But have you ever experimented with alternative points of view Below are some less used points of view, what I call “unusual points of view.” Try using these when you’re blocked or you want to try something new. Symbolism I Script Mechanics—Suggestions for Writing Effective Voiceover Copy As with any of the performing arts, an effective voiceover begins with a well-crafted script. You don’t have to have many years of writing experience to create copy that is both effective and a pleasure for the voice actor to perform. Here are some ideas to consider before you put your pen to paper or fingers to keyboard. Writing for the Gaming Industry Several months ago, I worked on an interesting project for a client looking to break into writing music for the video game industry. As the project progressed, I found myself fascinated with the art of interactive entertainment, and began to take "side notes" on what it takes to write for the gaming industry. I made a host of wonderful contacts and learned a great deal about how tough --- and rewarding -- it can be to become a part of the development of some of the most mainstream and high-tech forms of entertainment today.One out of every three American households has a video game system and the fastest growing market for video games is in Europe.There are also many opportunities for freelancers to "break in" to the gaming industry through offline and "lower-tech" mediums. Giving Yourself the Right to Write "But Ive only been on the Internet 3 months! How can I write an article” That was my reaction back in 1999 when I began my online career and heard that writing articles was the key to bringing targeted visitors to my website. So You Want to be a Freelancer Heres How! Not that long ago, freelancing was something people did mainly in larger metropolitan areas where work for writers, artists, and other creative types was plentiful and easily accessible. Today, however, the freelance landscape has dramatically changed. How I Became a Syndicated Columnist -- And You Can Too! Real Estate has "Location, location, location," and writing has "Clips, clips, clips." A "Plan 9" Book Sometimes, when you do a little writing like I do, you get tipped off as to what upcoming books and authors are really gonna be hot. And folks, I’ve got a book title and an author’s name for y’all that I think may be the hottest of this entire year. The book’s title Why the Editor is NOT the Enemy They can be mean, unethical and downright unprofessional. But not all editors fit that bill. In fact, most editors would rather give you money that take it, make no changes than rewrite whole pieces two hours before deadline, and accept every piece of crap than start their mornings sending out rejection slips. But step into an editor’s shoes, and you’ll know why that’s not only hard, it’s just plain impossible! Top Ten Tips For New Writers Golden Rules For Writers - Things you need to know before you begin. 10 Tips on How To Write A Sales Letter The main reason why 95% of online businesses fail is because of poor sales letter. Write your sales letter with an Individual in mind; think as if you are writing personally to them. People love to read good stories, tell them stories that illustrate a point you are trying to make. The Writing Club Typically when falling asleep in bed at night great thoughts enter the mind, long stringed and meaningful sentences trip over each other to receive attention at the front of the brain alongside all the brilliant findings, results, meanings that speak volumes and hard hitting phrases that are just the ticket to open the door to success. The last thought in the brain before sleep overrides this brilliant future work is, “must use that tomorrow”. Dont Get Burned: Evaluating Script Writing Contests Made in Heaven Consumed by my loss, I didnt notice the hardness of the pew where I sat. I was at the funeral of my dearest friend - my Mother. She finally had lost her long battle with cancer. The hurt was so intense; I found it hard to breathe at times. Write a Better Technical Article in Half the Time Good technical articles are challenging to write. They’re time-consuming, demanding to research and hard to organize. But they’re valuable weapons in the PR and marketing arsenal, and you need them. The Stuff E-mail Query Letters are Made of Your mother always told you how first impressions were extremely important. That’s why whenever you go to meet an editor, you dress impeccably, walk confidently and talk as if you just got out of training with Oprah Winfrey. You Dont Need Inspiration! Or do you Four Easy Ways to Get a Book Written Especially If You Dont Like to Write Becoming an author is probably a lot easier than you think. It’s time to get that book out of your head and onto the printed page. Ready Boot out your excuses. Here’s how to do it. Format Each eBook Chapter Before you Write It Do you have a problem creating a focus in your chapters Does your writing slip around, leaving a muddy path to the gold--your unique, useful message Immaterial Gain Among some of us who deem ourselves spiritual, the use of the word "spiritual" causes blushing and anxiety.What a pale word it is in the face of what earned spirituality actually provides.No single word, however potent, can tap the pure light and color of a cosmic mindset.The green vistas and pinkish sun rays of such a mind lie beyond the reach oflabels and terms. |
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