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Over the past 14 years as an admissions consultant, I’ve noticed that many applicants begin their MBA essays with a quote from a famous personality, perhaps hoping to impress the admission committee or to create a powerful opening.
Quoting a renowned leader, scientist, or philosopher may seem like a thoughtful way to set the tone. But it often adds little value, and sometimes even takes away from the essay’s purpose.
🎯 The goal of MBA essays is to understand you: your goals, values, experiences, and motivations. When you start with a quote from someone else, you shift the focus away from yourself. More importantly, you use up precious word count to spotlight another person, not yourself.
Take this example:
🔹 Before:
‘We must believe that we are gifted for something and that this thing, at whatever cost, must be attained.’ – Marie Curie”
Post-MBA, I will assume a CTO role with XXX...
🔹 After:
“My post-MBA goal is to take up the CTO role with XXX and contribute to business development and operations strategy...”
The revised version is direct, focused, and completely about the applicant. It doesn’t lean on borrowed words. It demonstrates initiative and intention from the outset.
💡 In today’s world of tighter word limits, every word should shine a light on you: your journey, your aspirations, and your potential.
👉 Read the full article below where I share 13 common mistakes applicants make in their MBA goals essay and how to avoid them.
:
https://myessayreview.com/essay-tips/avoid-13-common-mistakes-goals-essay/
Click here for the webinar recording on the GMAT Club on this subject.
For questions about your applications, email me at poonam@myessayreview.com
Poonam Tandon
Founder and President, myEssayReview
www.myessayreview.com
Email : poonam@myessayreview.com
Reach out for profile evaluation https://myessayreview.com/free-consultation/
Helping MBA aspirants achieve their dreams since 2011
Among the top 5 most reviewed consultants on the GMAT Club from September 2012 to December 2023
Quoting a renowned leader, scientist, or philosopher may seem like a thoughtful way to set the tone. But it often adds little value, and sometimes even takes away from the essay’s purpose.
🎯 The goal of MBA essays is to understand you: your goals, values, experiences, and motivations. When you start with a quote from someone else, you shift the focus away from yourself. More importantly, you use up precious word count to spotlight another person, not yourself.
Take this example:
🔹 Before:
‘We must believe that we are gifted for something and that this thing, at whatever cost, must be attained.’ – Marie Curie”
Post-MBA, I will assume a CTO role with XXX...
🔹 After:
“My post-MBA goal is to take up the CTO role with XXX and contribute to business development and operations strategy...”
The revised version is direct, focused, and completely about the applicant. It doesn’t lean on borrowed words. It demonstrates initiative and intention from the outset.
💡 In today’s world of tighter word limits, every word should shine a light on you: your journey, your aspirations, and your potential.
👉 Read the full article below where I share 13 common mistakes applicants make in their MBA goals essay and how to avoid them.
:
https://myessayreview.com/essay-tips/avoid-13-common-mistakes-goals-essay/
Click here for the webinar recording on the GMAT Club on this subject.
For questions about your applications, email me at poonam@myessayreview.com
Poonam Tandon
Founder and President, myEssayReview
www.myessayreview.com
Email : poonam@myessayreview.com
Reach out for profile evaluation https://myessayreview.com/free-consultation/
Helping MBA aspirants achieve their dreams since 2011
Among the top 5 most reviewed consultants on the GMAT Club from September 2012 to December 2023
