A personal autobiography. A personal statement is not the time to write about your childhood, family or hobbies that are not relevant to your field or academic development. A resume of accomplishments ...

I am obsessed with personal development because it's helped me completely change my life. Only 10 years ago, I had no connections, no money, and worked a minimum wage retail job. Now, I have a Ph ...

Companies have created mission statements for years to explain why they exist and why they do what they do. Google’s mission statement, for example, is "to organize the world’s information and ...

Writing a personal statement can feel daunting, not least because self deprecation and sarcasm aren't encouraged (damn). Instead, it's about selling yourself, explaining how your current subjects ...

Reread the personal statement multiple times out loud for clarity, logic, and flow; Have someone else read the statement. Ask someone at the Center for Career Opportunities. Share your finished ...