Sarah Myers McGinty Livres

This popular guide helps students write essays that win admission Winning college application essays take admission officers beyond the numbers and shows them what the students really care about, how they think, and who they really are. But even the best of students can be daunted by the task. This easy-to-follow guide provides the tools to tell a memorable story. Updated to reflect recent changes to the all-important Common Application, which nearly all applicants to competitive colleges use, this book provides a clear path to an essay that says, "Pick me!" Features: -Best approaches to the new Common Application questions -Clues to how colleges read essays -Simple steps for successful drafts -Revision strategies -Quick fixes for procrastinators -The right role of parents in the process Critiques of actual sample essays guide students toward the best practices and away from common mistakes. No other book on this topic has this breadth and depth of expertise.

Focusing on the challenges of effective communication, this book reveals the reasons behind our struggles with language and offers practical strategies for improvement. It provides a step-by-step plan to enhance your communication style, emphasizing the importance of using precise language to advance your career. Key topics include eliciting ideas from colleagues, presenting original thoughts confidently, claiming credit for your contributions, and managing interruptions. These insights aim to elevate your professional presence and reputation in the workplace.