I’m addicted to applications. Well, perhaps it’s not something diagnosable by Web MD, but it’s what gets me going. There’s something about an application – be it the slot to place one’s qualifications or the spot in which one defends their honor and integrity – but in my short sixteen years, I’ve never once turned down the opportunity to fill out one of those crisp, formatted packets of destiny. Have you? If you have, or if you are simply looking for a better way to buff up and get in, then stick around. It’s time to put down the inhibitions and pick up the acceptance letter.
Some other tips to remember:
- Avoid putting your birthday year on an application when possible. Also, avoid telling them just how old you really are. This way, they see you as a person with potential, not a thing with an expiration date.
- Speak softly and carry a big stick. A wise Teddy Roosevelt once said this, and he was a wise man indeed. You don’t need to overpower the application in order to get your point across. Try pointing out the main points, elaborating using the finer details. Don’t ramble, but a one word response makes you sound pretentious and off-putting. The same goes for interviews.
- Never wear flip-flops or a T-Shirt to your interview. It may seems obvious, but first impressions are important. If you look like you just got back from the beach, chances are, you’ll be stuck there later…sad and without an acceptance letter.
Happy applying!
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