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On this first podcast episode, Coach Donna Marie shares four key tips for college or scholarship applications. These tips will help your essays shine. They will get your essay noticed amongst thousands of other applicants.

THE COACH DONNA MARIE PODCAST

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Summary of Episode 1 Season 1

In this podcast, Coach Donna Marie, your writing tutor, shares valuable essay writing tips. These tips can help you get better results when submitting your essays for college or scholarship applications.

Here is a common question from high school seniors is:

What are college and scholarship committees looking for in essays?

They want to understand who you are beyond grades and test scores. They want to see your uniqueness. They also evaluate how you’ll contribute to their community. They look for self-awareness, critical thinking, and clear communication skills. I will break this down. This will be especially helpful for people of color and young women who often discount their experiences.

First tip:

See yourself through the eyes of people who support you – coaches, teachers, mentors, family members who genuinely care. Learn to accept compliments gracefully.

Second tip:

Value your contributions, even seemingly mundane activities like babysitting. Ask trusted people for feedback about your strengths.

Third tip:

For self-reflection, try turning off all distractions – no social media, TV, or other inputs. Sit quietly with your thoughts. Keep a journal or recording device handy, even by your bed or in the bathroom. Great ideas can come at unexpected moments.

Fourth tip:

To improve your writing, read quality materials like historical biographies and professional journals. Good writing will influence your own writing quality.

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