Podcasts about personal statements

I am excited to be joining the OpenAI nonprofit board, serving on the Safety and Security Committee to support safety oversight. Based on the recent trajectory of capabilities and the continued difficulty of alignment, I now believe there is a meaningful risk that rapid acceleration in AI capabilities leads to catastrophic and irreversible loss of control in the very near term. I do not think that the AI industry in general, including OpenAI, is currently on track to reduce this risk to an acceptable level. I'm joining because I believe that if OpenAI rises to the occasion we could significantly reduce risk. The SSC has an important and challenging role in overseeing risk management at OpenAI, and I hope to help provide expertise and assistance in a critical moment. My joining is not an endorsement or criticism of OpenAI's safety practices in particular; I hope that all frontier companies strengthen safety oversight and I am excited to work on this at OpenAI. I believe that the rest of the world should judge OpenAI, and all AI developers, by externally verifiable behavior and results. In the rest of this post, I'll explain why I believe loss-of-control risk is now acute [...] The original text contained 1 footnote which was omitted from this narration. --- First published: September 9th, 2026 Source: https://www.lesswrong.com/posts/82z6FvbYRdjYjqigK/personal-statement-on-joining-the-openai-board --- Narrated by TYPE III AUDIO.

REPLAY! We're bringing this one back because college admissions season rolls around every year, and the questions parents ask never really change. Your kid's grades are fine. Their activities are fine. So why does the college process still feel like it's swallowing your whole house?That's the question Amy Sherman digs into with Alexis White, nationally recognized college admissions expert and founder of A-List Admissions and Tutoring, in this episode of Wellness Junkies. If you are looking for college admissions advice for parents that calms the noise, this conversation is the reset button.Alexis has worked with students for more than 20 years, with her tutoring business eventually expanding into college admissions. She opens with a mindset shift most parents never hear, then explains why tenth grade is such an important year for narrowing priorities and starting to think more seriously about the college process.She also breaks down a piece of high school college prep most people skip. Alexis shares her honest take on touring safety schools before junior year, and why the reaction almost always surprises parents.Later, Amy and Alexis get into staying sane during college applications when the comparison spiral hits, why parents need to tune out everyone else's opinions, and a specific college essay mistake Alexis sees English teachers make again and again.The conversation also gets into the anti-college movement gaining traction online, plus a few under-the-radar schools Alexis is loving right now.Press play if you want to walk away from this one feeling steadier than when you hit start.Episode Breakdown:00:00 Amy Introduces Alexis White and Why This Episode Matters07:45 Staying Sane During the College Process14:30 The Importance of Passion Over Grades21:06 Personal Statements and Supplemental Essay Strategy24:14 Staying on Top of Deadlines and Application Scheduling26:53 How Test Optional Rules for the SAT and ACT Keep Shifting33:44 Leadership Advice for Quieter and Introverted Kids39:22 The Anti College Movement and Why Alexis Pushes Back45:12 Underrated Schools, Scholarships, and Alexis's Beauty HackConnect with Alexis White:Follow Alexis on TiktokFollow Alexis on InstagramVisit the Alexis College Expert website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For More on this Episode: Read the full show notes ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Today, BeMo Experts discusses Harvard Medical School personal statement examples, breaking down what makes these essays stand out and providing actionable insights to help you craft a compelling narrative for your own application. Like the podcast? Schedule a Free Initial Consultation with our team: https://bemo.ac/podbr-BeMoFreeConsult Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more great tips and other useful information! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BeMoAcademicConsultingInc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bemoacademicconsulting Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bemo_academic_consulting/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeMo_AC TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bemoacademicconsulting

A resident read a student's personal statement and asked why she didn't just use ChatGPT. The comment landed like a wound. In this episode, certified coach and professor Kathleen Muldoon returns to unpack what a residency personal statement is actually for, and why an algorithm can't do it for you. This episode is based on her article "Why ChatGPT can't write your residency personal statement," published on KevinMD. You will hear why the product was never the essay but the self-knowledge that comes from writing it, how AI tends to average out the distinctive voice and sharp edges that make an applicant feel human, and where a tool like ChatGPT can still help without taking over the whole process. She also weighs whether AI detection tools unfairly flag applicants whose first language isn't English. Hear why she says the real question was never whether AI wrote it, but whether the person still comes through. This episode is brought to you by ModMed. Welcome to your new AI-Powered Practice from ModMed. We're transforming specialty care by embedding AI Assistants across your entire workflow. Our all-in-one platform of EHR, patient engagement, practice management, and RCM helps reduce repetitive work while keeping you firmly in control. Trained on de-identified data from nearly a billion patient encounters, this isn't just smarter software. It's a new way of working for specialty medicine, more efficient and more connected to the patient experience. Start building your AI-Powered Practice at modmed.com. VISIT SPONSOR → https://www.modmed.com/ SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast

Em 1873 George Ide Butler publicou a tese de que Deus conduz Sua igreja por meio de um líder, e que o presidente da Associação Geral deveria ocupar posição análoga à de Moisés. Em agosto de 1875 ele mesmo apresentou, em plenário, a resolução que pedia a revogação dessa tese. Treze anos depois, reproduziu exatamente o comportamento que a doutrina revogada autorizava — sem jamais reeditar a doutrina. Esta aula não trata da distância entre erro e arrependimento. Trata de uma distância muito maior e muito menos estudada: a que separa mudar de opinião de mudar de disposição. E começa por desmontar a caricatura. O panfleto Leadership não foi escrito para justificar a autoridade de Butler — foi escrito para justificar a de Tiago White, e Butler manteve essa explicação até o fim da vida. Não foi instrumento de ambição; foi instrumento de acomodação. Um grupo de administradores sinceros produziu uma teologia que transformava uma situação de fato em ordem querida por Deus, não para ganhar poder, mas para parar de brigar. É por isso que é perigosa: a ambição é visível e resistível; a racionalização teológica de um poder que já existe é indetectável de dentro, porque quem a produz se sente generoso. Neste episódio: a formação que os materiais didáticos deformam — Butler não foi herdeiro devoto, foi um jovem inclinado à descrença que presidiu uma associação por dois anos antes de ser ordenado, aprendendo autoridade em regime de emergência, substituindo desertores; a cronologia documentada do desmonte (1873, 1875, 1877) e o texto integral da resolução que ainda hoje define a autoridade adventista — a vontade do corpo, sob a Palavra e a consciência; a comissão de revisão que nunca se reuniu; Minneapolis, e o fenômeno de um líder que polarizou por telegrama uma assembleia da qual estava ausente; os anos da Flórida, que não foram retiro contemplativo mas treze anos cuidando de uma esposa inválida; a confissão de 1893, que existe e foi sincera — e as cartas de 1904, que provam que a convicção de 1888 continuava intacta debaixo dela. E o fecho que a memória denominacional, distraída com Minneapolis, esqueceu de contar: foi Butler quem trouxe a mãe de Arthur Daniells à igreja, quem o batizou, ordenou e enviou. O homem do panfleto da liderança única formou, com as próprias mãos, o líder que presidiria a descentralização de 1901 — e pediu, em seu leito de morte, que fosse esse reformador a pregar seu funeral. Fecha com a análise tipológica integral, o diálogo com Hobbes e Aristóteles, e as aplicações para estrutura de liderança, sistema de governo, corpo ministerial e membresia. Fontes - FORTIN, Denis. G. I. Butler: An Honest but Misunderstood Church Leader. Nampa: Pacific Press, 2023 (Adventist Pioneer Series). - BUTLER, George I. Leadership. Battle Creek, 1873; endosso em ARH, 25 nov 1873, p. 190. - "Sixteenth Annual Session of the General Conference of S. D. Adventists". ARH, 4 out 1877, p. 106 — a rescisão parcial e a resolução sobre a autoridade do corpo. - WHITE, Ellen G. "Leadership". Testimonies for the Church, vol. 3, pp. 492-509. - WHITE, Ellen G. Cartas de 18 fev 1887 (a Jones e Waggoner) e 5 abr 1887 (a Butler e Smith), conforme Fortin. - BUTLER, George I. Carta a Ellen G. White, 16 abr 1892 | Confissão pública, ARH, 13 jun 1893 | Cartas a J. H. Kellogg, 1904. - BUTLER, George I. "Health Seeking in Florida". ARH, 15 jan 1889, pp. 41-42 | "A Personal Statement". ARH, 27 ago 1901, pp. 558-559. - BURTON, Kevin M. Centralized for Protection: George I. Butler and His Philosophy of One-Person Leadership. Dissertação de mestrado, Andrews University, 2015. - WHIDDEN, Woodrow W. II. E. J. Waggoner. Review and Herald, 2008. - KNIGHT, George R. A. T. Jones. Review and Herald, 2011. - FORTIN, Denis. "Butler, George Ide". Enciclopédia dos Adventistas do Sétimo Dia — encyclopedia.adventist.org Links Instagram http://instagram.com/alexpalmeira7 Podcast Catalisadores http://open.spotify.com/show/6zJyD0vW8MnyRKPYZtk3B5?si=065e95b72bca4b13 X http://x.com/alexpalmeira9 Facebook http://facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069360678042

Dr. Elisabeth Paige welcomes middle grade and YA author Tracy Badua to Mindful Happy Kids to discuss her contemporary and contemporary fantasy books that weave in Filipino folklore, humor, mystery, and heartfelt moments. Badua explains differences between middle grade and YA, her path from legal writing to fiction, and why Filipino American voices and folklore matter, including intergenerational dynamics, identity, and community. She discusses co-writing the baking mysteries The Cookie Crumbles and Their Just Desserts with Alicia Dow, including research, representation, and themes of friendship. Tracy summarizes Thea and the Mischief Makers, Freddy vs. the Family Curse, Ghoul Summer, The Takeout, and her YA novel This Is Not a Personal Statement, covering topics like popularity, anxiety, cultural pressure, and belonging. She shares advice for aspiring authors to find writing community.You can find information about Dr. Elisabeth Paige at www.mindfulhappykids.com.

A program director has to read tons of applications. And many these days have limited attention spans. How do you practically write a personal statement that survives a short skim? I address this topic in this podcast. Audio Download Worksheets

Jeff Kopstein, Professor of Political Science at the University of California, Irvine, talks with us about putting together a compelling application for academic jobs. We talk not only about assistant professorship applications, but about the shift in tone and content for associate and full professorship applications. Don't forget to rate and review our show and follow us on all social media platforms here: https://linktr.ee/writingitpodcast Contact us with questions, possible future topics/guests, or comments here: https://writingit.fireside.fm/contact

Main content starts at 18:40. As I spoke about in January 2026, I want to apply for the Doctorate of Clinical Psychology and the Doctorate of Educational Psychology this year. I want to do this to progress my own career, I want to familiarise myself with the application process, as well as I want to learn more about my strengths and weaknesses for future applications. Yet the majority of your doctoral application comes down to your ability to write a reflective personal statement. How do you do this? Therefore, in this careers in psychology podcast episode, you'll learn how to write reflectively for the doctorate personal statement, what needs to be included, what skills you need to show and a bunch of other tips and tricks to help you write a better DClinPsych application. If you enjoy learning about clinical psychology, doctoral applications and more, then this will be a great episode for you.In the psychology news section, you'll learn about leisure guilt, what happens when we see the world as fundamentally dangerous, and we tend to underestimate our friends' cynicism. LISTEN NOW!If you want to support the podcast, please check out:FREE AND EXCLUSIVE 8 PSYCHOLOGY BOOK BOXSET- https://www.subscribepage.io/psychologyboxsetClinical Psychology- https://www.connorwhiteley.net/clinicalpsychology Available from all major eBook retailers and you can order the paperback and hardback copies from Amazon, your local bookstore and local library, if you request it. Also available as an AI-narrated audiobook from selected audiobook platforms and libraries systems. For example, Kobo, Spotify, Barnes and Noble, Google Play, Overdrive, Baker and Taylor and Bibliotheca. Patreon- patreon.com/ThePsychologyWorldPodcast#DClinPsych #doctorateofClinicalPsychology #reflectivewriting #reflective #clinicalpsychology #mentalhealth #clinicalmentalhealth #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthadvocate #psychology #psychology_facts #psychologyfacts #psychologyfact #psychologystudent #psychologystudents #podcast

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Today, BeMo Experts discusses Harvard Medical School personal statement examples, breaking down successful essays and key strategies to help aspiring physicians craft compelling narratives that stand out to admissions committees. Learn what makes these statements effective and how to apply these insights to strengthen your own application. Like the podcast? Schedule a Free Initial Consultation with our team: https://bemo.ac/podbr-BeMoFreeConsult Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more great tips and other useful information! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BeMoAcademicConsultingInc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bemoacademicconsulting Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bemo_academic_consulting/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeMo_AC TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bemoacademicconsulting

Today, BeMo Experts discusses essential strategies for crafting a compelling dental school personal statement that showcases your unique qualities and strengthens your application. Learn how to effectively communicate your passion for dentistry and stand out to admissions committees. Like the podcast? Schedule a Free Initial Consultation with our team: https://bemo.ac/podbr-BeMoFreeConsult Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more great tips and other useful information! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BeMoAcademicConsultingInc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bemoacademicconsulting Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bemo_academic_consulting/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeMo_AC TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bemoacademicconsulting

A terrorist attack struck Pride Berlin during this year's Christopher Street Day celebrations. Niels Brabandt was at the event, had left shortly before the attack, and was unharmed. In this unscheduled special episode of his podcast and videocast, he shares a personal statement for his community and for business leaders, drawing on the same reflections he gave DER SPIEGEL in an interview at the memorial vigil held at the Brandenburg Gate. Niels Brabandt discusses the importance of recognising your own privilege before speaking, why diversity, equity and inclusion matter more than ever, why leadership requires genuine conviction rather than statements alone, and introduces the Psychological First Aid method (Look, Listen, Link) from Johns Hopkins University as a practical tool for supporting people affected by trauma. Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com Contact Niels Brabandt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/ Niels Brabandt's Leadership Letter: https://expert.nb-networks.com/ Niels Brabandt's Website: https://www.nb-networks.biz/

What makes one dental hygiene school or scholarship application stand out while another gets overlooked? In this episode, Dana shares the most common personal statement mistakes she sees after reviewing hundreds of dental hygiene school and scholarship applications. You'll learn how to move beyond generic answers, tell a story that reflects who you are, and use AI as a tool without losing your authentic voice.

In this episode of Success Unlocked, Dr. Adrienne Shnier sits down with Meera Joll, AYG client turned Fellow turned full-time Client Success Coordinator, for a conversation about the student experience at Apply Yourself Global and the launch of the AYG Personal Statement Accelerator.Meera shares what it felt like to begin her own law school application journey without the support, structure, or clarity she needed. From feeling overwhelmed by the LSAT to not knowing how to approach personal statements, autobiographical sketches, resumes, and the many moving parts of an application, she opens up about how heavy the process can feel when students are trying to figure it out alone.Together, Adrienne and Meera discuss why the Personal Statement Accelerator was created, what students were asking for on strategy calls and at events, and why focused personal statement support is so needed. This program was built from what AYG was hearing directly from students: they needed help understanding their story, uncovering their why, and writing a personal statement that feels authentic, strategic, and aligned with the future they are creating.Adrienne explains how the Personal Statement Accelerator takes students from start to finish through strategy, structure, writing, editing, revision, and submission. Meera also shares why understanding your “why” is one of the most important parts of the application process, and why students should not overlook their written materials in favour of focusing only on grades, GPA, or test scores.If you are applying to law school, medical school, dental school, graduate school, or another competitive academic program, this episode is a reminder that your personal statement is not just another requirement. It is one of the clearest opportunities to help an admissions committee understand who you are, what you are creating, and why you are ready for the next step.What You'll Learn:✔ What Meera's own application journey felt like before AYG✔ Why the law school application process can feel scary and overwhelming✔ How personal statements fit into the larger application strategy✔ Why your “why” matters so much in your written materials✔ Why students should not rely on Google, YouTube, TikTok, or forums for application strategy✔ What the AYG Personal Statement Accelerator includes✔ How admissions committee insight changes the way you write✔ Why structure matters, but self-understanding matters even more✔ How to start building a personal statement you feel proud of✔ Why starting early can reduce stress and build confidenceConnect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself Global™! Email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM me on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal.Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, success, test prep, and more? Send your questions us, or you can submit an audio file via Instagram DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne

This episode covers your next steps and plan of action if you get waitlisted to PA school after your PA school interview. __________________________________The Fastest Way to Build a Strong PA School Application That Increases Your Chances of Getting Interviews?With VIP, we put together your strongest, most competitive CASPA with you!✅ Personal Statement written with you (you talk, we write)✅ CASPA Experience Paragraphs completed (you talk, we write)✅ Matched to the best PA schools for YOUR stats✅ Mock Interview ✅ 6 Program Supplemental Essay Edits✅ Full Application to Acceptance Course✅ PA School Directory✅ Weekly PA Shadowing Hours for CASPAInstead of wondering if your application is strong enough...Walk away with a polished, strategic application designed to maximize your interview chances—even if you have a low GPA or other weakness.

Many pre-PAs think they need a biology or chemistry degree to get accepted—but in this episode, we reveal why choosing a major you love may actually give you a bigger advantage when applying to PA school.

The Process of Becoming a Counsellor - How to Write a Personal Statement for a Counselling Course In Episode 377 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly, in ‘Ethical, Sustainable Practice', they explore AI apps and depersonalisation in counselling - looking at how AI tools may risk weakening the therapeutic relationship and the importance of maintaining human connection in therapy. Then in ‘Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Jane Godward and Tara Fox about their new book, The Process of Becoming a Counsellor: Navigating the Transformation - discussing the realities of counselling training, personal development, and choosing the right course. And finally, in ‘Student Services', Rory and Ken discuss how to write a personal statement for a counselling course - including what tutors are really looking for and how to present yourself authentically. AI Apps and Depersonalisation in Counselling [starts at 03:40 mins] In this section, Rory and Ken explore AI apps and depersonalisation in counselling, examining how AI tools may affect the therapeutic relationship and why therapists need to critically reflect on the use of AI in practice. Key points discussed include: The therapeutic relationship is built on empathy, shared humanity, and human connection - something AI cannot truly replicate. AI tools may provide generic or “stock” responses that risk reducing the individuality and nuance of client work. Therapists need to consider whether AI tools undermine trust, rapport, or the client's sense of autonomy. AI-generated summaries and interventions may miss important relational cues such as body language, silence, emotional tone, and previous session context. Critical thinking is essential when using AI in counselling practice - therapists must ensure clinical judgment remains central. The key ethical question is whether a tool supports the therapeutic relationship or risks replacing aspects of human support. The Process of Becoming a Counsellor [starts at 27:00 mins] In this week's ‘Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Jane Godward and Tara Fox about their new book, The Process of Becoming a Counsellor: Navigating the Transformation. Key points from this conversation include: Many students begin counselling training without fully understanding the personal transformation involved in becoming a counsellor. Counselling training is more than academic study - it involves deep personal development and self-reflection. Choosing the right modality and training provider is essential, as not every course will suit every student. The book explores the “shift” from learning counselling skills to becoming a competent practitioner able to work safely with vulnerable clients. The authors discuss the importance of diversity, identity, and the “social graces” model in helping students explore their own experiences and assumptions. Students are encouraged to trust the process of training, recognising that growth and change happen gradually throughout the journey. How to Write a Personal Statement for a Counselling Course [starts at 49:54 mins] In this section, Rory and Ken discuss how to write an effective personal statement for counselling training or counselling-related work. Key points include: A strong personal statement should be authentic, reflective, and written in your own voice rather than sounding overly formal. Tutors are looking for sincerity, self-awareness, and evidence that you understand the personal and academic demands of counselling training. Clearly explaining why counselling matters to you and what motivates you to train is an important part of the statement. Relevant experience does not have to come from counselling itself - life experience, teamwork, volunteering, and helping roles can all be valuable. It is important to show openness to learning, personal growth, and self-reflection. Applicants should tailor their personal statement to the specific course or role they are applying for and consider whether it is the right fit for them. Links and Resources Counselling Skills Academy Advanced Certificate in Counselling Supervision Basic Counselling Skills: A Student Guide Counsellor CPD Counselling Study Resource Counselling Theory in Practice: A Student Guide Counselling Tutor Training and CPD Facebook group Website Online and Telephone Counselling: A Practitioner's Guide Online and Telephone Counselling Course

 A listener  who scored at the low end of their range on two official attempts asks Ben and Nate if they should delay their June test. Ben and Nathan explain that scoring within your range, even at the bottom of it, is completely normal and advise the listener to keep studying as usual.Also in this episode- A law school offers scholarships before students even apply- A listener with a PhD, struggling to find employment, asks whether law school is the right next step- How a stay-at-home mom can approach a personal statementStudy with our Free Plan⁠⁠Download our iOS app⁠Watch Episode 560 on YouTubeCheck out all of our “What's the Deal With” segmentsGet caught up with our ⁠Word of the Week⁠⁠ library0:00 Understanding Your Range9:35 #thirstylawschools22:41 Unemployable. Should I Go to Law School?40:58 Update from Demon Alum55:50 Personal Statement for Stay At-Home Mom1:07:36 Test D Question – Trash bins1:30:25 What's the Deal with… University of Texas1:56:20 Word of the week – bonhomie

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Jamie Pack, Director of Content at Advantage College Planning helps break down what the Common App personal statement is really for, then she walks prompt by prompt through how students can write an essay that reveals character instead of chasing the “most impressive” story. We focus on voice, tone, and reflection so admissions readers finish your essay feeling like they've met a real person they want to know. We also cover:• Why colleges use the essay to understand who you are and how you think • Building two lists: what the application already shows vs what's missing • Avoiding sample-essay pressure and the myth that one essay decides admission • Prompt 1: choosing one essential thread rather than a full life story • Prompt 2: picking a healthy topic and using the one-third challenge, two-thirds growth formula • Prompt 3: handling disagreement with nuance, not arguments • Prompt 4: keeping gratitude essays focused on the student's change and actions • Prompt 5: separating internal growth from external achievement and showing evidence • Prompt 6: writing curiosity essays that follow a rabbit hole instead of listing interests • Prompt 7: using topic of choice to reveal values and consistent traits without recycling work If today's episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share this podcast with someone who needs study guidance right now. 

Hey friends, and welcome back to the College Essay Guy podcast. Today's episode is a special follow-up with Alisha, who you might remember from our series last season where we walked through her personal statement process step-by-step. Now that she has officially received her results, Alisha is back to share the final chapter of her journey and reflect on the experience of reaching the finish line. In this session, Alisha and I explore: The emotional ups and downs of receiving college acceptances and rejections Alisha's advice for students currently navigating the application process What she might have done differently looking back, and The "big reveal": Where she got in, where she didn't, and where she's headed next Whether you're a senior waiting on your own results, a junior just starting the path, or a parent or counselor looking for a real-world perspective on how the process ends, I hope you'll find Alisha's reflections both grounding and insightful. Alisha is a current high school senior who loves science, movies, and discovering new places. When she's not studying the brain, she's mentoring younger students through her program Running Start or planning her next adventure. Hope you enjoy our session.   Play-by-Play 1:48 – How is Alisha feeling now that the application process is over? 2:58 – What did Alisha learn about herself through the process? 4:50 – How did getting an early acceptance change Alisha's outlook on the process? 6:37 – How did Alisha approach choosing a major for her applications? 7:18 – Alisha walks through her acceptances, deferrals, and waitlist offers 11:40 – How did Alisha evaluate her options to find the right fit? 12:43 – What advice does Alisha have for students currently writing their personal statements and building a college list? 17:10 – What would Alisha do differently if she could go through the process again? 19:51 – Closing thoughts   Resources: Alisha's Podcast Episodes: 617: Inside the Personal Statement Process (Part 1): The Sand Essay with Alisha, HS Senior 618: Inside the Personal Statement Process (Part 2): Discovering Values Through Revision with Alisha, HS Senior 619: Inside the Personal Statement Process (Part 3): How Reflection Leads to Insight with Alisha, HS Senior 622: Inside the Personal Statement Process (Part 4): Supplemental Essay Deep Dive with Alisha, HS Senior 707: Inside the Personal Statement Process (Part 5): Making the Decision with Alisha, Class of 2026 College Essay Guy's Personal Statement Resources College Essay Guy's College Application Hub

Learn how to write a strong PA school personal statement by choosing the right themes, backing them with experiences, and clearly answering “Why do you want to be a PA?"Application to Acceptance NOW ENROLLING!! Coaching starts April 21 so you're ready to submit when the new CASPA cycle opens!Inside A2A, we walk you through every step of creating your strongest, most competitive CASPA application!Everything from:Choosing the right PA schools for YOU and YOUR stats (even if you have a low GPA or weakness)Writing your most compelling personal statementCASPA Experience Paragraphs Templates - plug-and-play templates to write strong experience paragraphs that highlight YOUNEW!! Personal Statement Theme + Outline Creator Tool - discover your strongest themes AND get an outline of exactly what to write unique to YOUInterview course + MMI + Traditional Q&A WorkbooksSupplemental essays, AI and technology essay, and life essay Templates for emails of continued interest to PA schools, LORs and so much more! Direct access to us in a private A2A group for anything that comes up throughout your cycleJoin A2A NOW! See you inside A2A!Keep up the amazing work, future PA!Katie + Beth

These are CASPA mistakes we see all the time when reviewing PA school applications! Don't make these mistakes that can put you in the no pile.

Before you apply to any PA school, make sure these must-have boxes checked—this alone can dramatically increase your chances of landing interview invites and getting accepted!

This episode is all about things you may NOT know about applying to PA schools, and advice to help you apply the right way so you can get interview invites and acceptances!

You know you need a PA LOR to have a strong CASPA. But what if you don't have one? Or what if you're worried your potential PA LOR may ghost you? Don't fret. Today's episode is all about how to get a strong PA LOR quick so you have this super important piece of your app ready for the new CASPA cycle!

This episode is all about the one tweak that will make your PA school personal statement 10x stronger and stand out so that PA schools can't wait to interview you!

A listener asks whether they should include their experience as a professional poker player in their application materials. Ben and Nathan advise that they should. Pursuing something at a professional level demonstrates a meaningful commitment and a proven ability.Also in this episode:- A law school with an endless amount of fees- Whether you should attend an online law program- When conditional scholarships become predatory Study with our Free Plan⁠⁠Download our iOS app⁠Watch Episode 551 on YouTubeCheck out all of our “What's the Deal With” segmentsGet caught up with our ⁠Word of the Week⁠⁠ library0:00 William & Mary's Law School Fees13:38 Attending an Online Law School23:06 Predicting Role Questions33:23 Working as a Professional Gambler48:20 LSAC Guided Plus Program1:03:22 Accepting a Conditional Scholarship1:19:08 Ohio Northern's Summer Program1:33:10 Word of the week — effusive

Med school admissions is not just GPA and MCAT.In this Jack Westin Pre-Med Admissions Podcast episode, Mark White sits down with Dr. Anita Paschal (35+ years on admissions boards) to break down how admissions committees actually read your application and what separates “qualified” from “accepted.”In this episode, you'll learn:

Yale professor Elli Stern talks with us about figuring out what kind of writing we want to do after tenure—and the importance of building a team of friends and colleagues who can read drafts and provide valuable feedback. Don't forget to rate and review our show and follow us on all social media platforms here: https://linktr.ee/writingitpodcast Contact us with questions, possible future topics/guests, or comments here: https://writingit.fireside.fm/contact

Your personal statement is one of the fastest ways to either stand out or blend in. In this episode, we break down what needs to be in your personal statement, the mistakes we see constantly, and how to make sure your essay stands out and makes PA schools say, "Wow! Let's interview this one!"____________________________________________

College admissions get stressful fast, and for many parents, it starts with the feeling that the rules keep changing and no one explains them clearly.Amy names that tension early in the episode, and Alexis White helps slow it down. Drawing from her work as a college expert and her experience as a parent, Alexis talks through the college process in a practical way. The focus stays on parenting through this stage with intention, prioritizing mental health, realistic expectations, and meaningful support for parents who want to guide their kids without letting stress take over family life.Rather than chasing prestige or checking every box, the conversation asks parents to pause and reassess. What actually fits your child right now? How do grades, activities, and testing reflect who they are, not who they are supposed to be? Alexis offers clear guidance on timing, essays, and decision points, with the reminder that consistency and perspective matter more than perfection.This episode centers on support for parents navigating a major transition. College admissions are treated as a developmental step, not a verdict. With more clarity and fewer assumptions, the college process starts to feel less intimidating and more workable.Episode Breakdown:00:00 College Admissions Stress and Mental Health for Parents01:27 Meet Alexis White, College Admissions Expert and Founder of A-List Tutoring07:15 How Parents Can Stay Sane During the College Admissions Process12:55 What Colleges Really Look For, Grades, Passion, and Context21:46 High School Roadmap for College Admissions, 9th Through 11th Grade29:01 College Essays Explained, Personal Statements, Supplemental Essays, and Parent Roles36:43 SAT and ACT Explained, Test Optional Policies and Score Strategy46:00 When to Hire a College Admissions Expert and Why 10th Grade Matters49:36 Should Teens Go to College, Life Skills, Independence, and Maturity55:51 Underrated Colleges to Consider, Marquette, Bowling Green, and Elon1:01:14 Scholarships and Athletic Aid, How Parents Can Find College MoneyConnect with Alexis White:Follow Alexis on TiktokFollow Alexis on InstagramVisit the Alexis College Expert website⁠⁠⁠⁠For More on this Episode: Read the full show notes ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Feel like a low GPA is holding you back from getting accepted to PA school? A low GPA doesn't mean no shot at PA school. But it does mean you have to be very intentional and strategic with how you apply. We explain the specific strategies that help pre-PAs with weaker stats get accepted—and the mistakes that keep them stuck!**********************************

Everyone has advice for pre-PAs—but most of it is outdated, generic, or flat-out wrong. In this episode, we break down the worst advice we hear every CASPA cycle and explain what actually helps you get interviews and acceptances.

One of the most common questions at PA school interviews is around what you know about current PA legislation. With that in mind, stand out at your PA school interview by learning the latest about the PA Licensure Compact update so you sound informed and prepared.

Today's episode is all about the fun stuff coming your way once you graduate PA school and become a PA! These are the answers to pre-PA FAQs about what happens after you graduate PA school and what to anticipate and expect!_____________________________________________

In this episode, we cover the hidden costs of applying to too many PA schools. Yes, obviously applying to lots of PA schools is financially burdensome, but there's other ways it can hurt your application. We also cover the sweet spot of how many PA schools to apply to and how to win in this upcoming cycle when picking PA programs!

You need to start preparing NOW for the new CASPA cycle that opens in just a few months! Here's your pre-PA checklist for what you need to do right now!

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What does it actually look like to support a highly driven teenager—without controlling, pushing, or burning them out?In this episode, I sit down with Karen DiNapoli, mother of nationally ranked speaker and Ivy League Challenge alum Ava DiNapoli, to pull back the curtain on the parent side of an extraordinary student journey.Karen shares:What it felt like when Ava first came home with an overwhelming, world-scale project ideaWhy seeking outside guidance was essential—for both parent and childHow Ava's first projects weren't the final answer, and why that matteredThe moment Karen realized Ava had found her own core values, not her parents'How internal motivation changed everything—from reminders and resistance to self-driven actionWhy parents must learn when to step in—and when to step backThis conversation is a powerful reminder that:You don't need a perfect plan to startGrowth comes from action, reflection, and course-correctionThe right support system helps teens become drivers of their own lives-----To register for the Ivy League Challenge, visit our websiteTo follow on Instagram:  @TheIvyLeagueChallengeTo join us on our Facebook group for parents

Hey friends, and welcome back to the College Essay Guy podcast. Today's episode is a behind-the-scenes look at Alisha's supplemental essays. If you've been following our Inside the Personal Statement Process series, this episode zooms out a bit—you'll hear us work live through several of her supplements and talk through how to bring clarity, intention, and personality into each one. In this session, Alisha and I explore: What makes a great "list" response for Columbia—and how to avoid filler How to refine a topic that feels "too common" into something that might stand out a little more A simple way to use the roles & identities exercise to focus a short essay  Strategies for approaching the "navigating differences" essay, and How to tackle a "Why us" and a "why major" essay Whether you're a student working on your own essays right now, a parent supporting from the sidelines, or a counselor guiding students through this process, I hope you'll find something useful here. Alisha is a current high school senior going through the application process who loves science, movies, and discovering new places. When she's not studying the brain, she's mentoring younger students through her program Running Start or planning her next adventure. Hope you enjoy our session.   Play-by-Play: 1:24 – How is Alisha's writing coming along? 2:56 – Alisha reads her Columbia list responses. 5:45 – Ethan gives feedback on the list draft. 7:31 – Ethan introduces the Columbia lived-experience prompt. 8:25 – Alisha reads her draft. 9:30 – How did Alisha choose her topic? 16:31 – Ethan suggests an exercise for refining her draft. 25:41 – Alisha reads her draft of the "navigating differences" prompt. 31:37 – Ethan helps Alisha clarify each side's perspective in her disagreement example. 38:41 – Ethan introduces the adversity prompt and Alisha reads her response. 45:27 – Ethan encourages Alisha to center the essay on the value she names (autonomy) and make the story more specific. 48:29 – Alisha reads her response to the "Why Columbia" prompt. 50:27 – Ethan and Alisha identify what genuinely sets Columbia apart for her. 56:17 – Alisha reads her response to the "Why major" prompt. 58:12 – Ethan helps Alisha frame her essay around the central theme she has chosen: the interdisciplinary nature of neuroscience. 1:04:36 – Ethan and Alisha explore how students can research their major when they're unsure what career they want. 1:15:15 – Ethan and Alisha reflect on the drafting process and what comes next.     Resources: The Values Exercise The Roles and Identities Exercise Why This College Essay Guide + Examples How to Write the "Why this Major" College Essay How to Write the Columbia University Supplemental Essays: Examples + Guide 2025/2026 O*NET Career Research Tool College Essay Guy's Personal Statement Resources College Essay Guy's College Application Hub  

In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Dr. Valerie Wherley sits down with Accepted Admissions Consultant Alicia Nimonkar, an expert writing coach with a background in composition and rhetoric, to unpack one of the most important – and often most intimidating – parts of the medical school application: the personal statement. Alicia explains how applicants can use the AAMC's premed competencies as a framework to craft authentic, focused narratives that highlight their strengths. From creating a timeline of formative experiences to developing an outline that connects recurring themes, she shares how to identify what makes your story uniquely yours – and how to make it resonate with admissions committees.Alicia also offers practical insight into the writing process itself: how many drafts it really takes, when to stop editing, and how to avoid the “too many cooks in the kitchen” trap of excessive feedback. She and Dr. Wherley discuss the power of resilience, effort, and voice – exploring how applicants can address challenges without sounding apologetic and how to write from a place of strength and advocacy. Whether you're starting your first draft or polishing your final version, this episode will help you approach your personal statement with clarity, confidence, and purpose.Related ResourcesAAMC The Premed Competencies for Entering Medical StudentsMindsets: A View From Two ErasThe Obstacle Is the WayAlicia Nimonkar bio and contact informationRelated Admissions Straight Talk EpisodesThe Fastest Way to Medical School Is Slowly: Avoiding Early Premed Mistakes [Episode 608]How to Overcome the Biggest Weaknesses in Med School Applications [Episode 605]Rejection and Reapplication: How to Respond [Episode 523] Follow UsYouTubeFacebookLinkedInContact Uswww.accepted.comsupport@accepted.com+1 (310) 815-9553

Welcome to a special episode of The Cashflow Project! This week, Steve Fierros sits down with precious metals expert David Morgan—author of The Silver Manifesto and publisher of The Morgan Report—to discuss how to protect your wealth in an increasingly unstable financial system. David breaks down monetary history, the dangers of currency debasement, and why hard assets like gold, silver, and real estate remain essential hedges against inflation and political uncertainty. You'll hear practical strategies, personal stories, and a preview of his upcoming documentary Silver Sunrise, exploring the spiritual and societal impacts of today's financial landscape. Whether you're new to investing or well on your way, this episode delivers powerful insights on safeguarding your wealth and gaining real financial independence. [00:00] "Money, Control, and Freedom" [06:00] Track Finances with Personal Statement [09:04] "Precious Metals Vs. Fiat Currency" [12:11] Crypto and Precious Metals Experiment [15:16] From Books to Documentary Filmmaking [18:48] "Documentary Sparks Financial Reflection" [22:34] Protecting Wealth and Freedom [24:04] Exclusive Free Gifts & Consultation [28:04] "Passion Fuels Perseverance" [32:34] "Monthly Investor Meetups" [33:35] "Next Episode Awaits" Connect with David Morgan! Website LinkedIn X (Twitter) YouTube Connect with The Cashflow Project! Website LinkedIn YouTube Facebook Instagram

Hey friends, and welcome back to the College Essay Guy podcast.  Today's episode is the third and final episode in our series called Inside the Personal Statement Process. If you're just tuning in, this series takes you behind the scenes as I work one-on-one with Alisha, a current high school senior applying for the Fall 2026 term. Find Part 1 here and Part 2 here.  This episode was recorded just a few days before Alisha submitted her early applications. The focus of this episode is on one of the most challenging—and perhaps, the least discussed—aspect of writing the personal statement: insight.  In the session, Alisha and I explore:  What is insight?  How do you find good insights?  What are the kinds of questions that can lead to insights? And more Whether you're a student working on your own essays right now, a parent supporting from the sidelines, or a counselor guiding students through this process, I hope you'll find something useful here. Alisha is a current high school senior going through the application process who loves science, movies, and discovering new places. When she's not studying the brain, she's mentoring younger students through her program Running Start or planning her next adventure. Hope you enjoy our session.   Play-by-Play: 1:16 – It's just days before her Early Decision deadline. How's Alisha feeling? 2:21 – What is "insight," and why does it matter in an essay? 3:30 – Alisha begins reading her latest draft, Wherever the Road Takes Us 4:08 – Ethan gives his thoughts on Alisha's intro 5:37 – Paragraph one: Curiosity 11:04 – Paragraph two: Creativity 11:52 – How does art make Alisha a better scientist? 14:20 – Paragraph three: Empathy 21:20 – Alisha uses the Values Exercise to identify potential new insights  28:19 – Paragraph four: Community 32:47 – Paragraph five: Conclusion and the "empty jar." 35:53 – Ethan recaps final notes and next steps 39:50 – Alisha and Ethan reflects on the writing process and Alisha's growth  41:34 – Closing thoughts    Resources: Inside the Personal Statement Process (Part 1): The Sand Essay with Alisha, HS Senior Inside the Personal Statement Process (Part 2): Discovering Values Through Revision with Alisha, HS Senior  The Values Exercise College Essay Guy's Personal Statement Resources College Essay Guy's College Application Hub  

In this episode, we'll walk you through how to approach supplemental essay prompts strategically, avoid mistakes, and write responses that turn into standout essays!

Hey friends, and welcome back to the College Essay Guy podcast. Today's episode is part two of our series called Inside the Personal Statement Process. If you're just tuning in, this series takes you behind the scenes as I work one-on-one with Alisha, a current high school senior applying for the Fall 2026 term. In the first episode, we got to know Alisha through her brainstorming and outline. In this episode, we pick up right where we left off — Alisha's second draft. We get into: How did the new outline work for Alisha? How to approach trimming—not just words, but how Alisha can focus on a particular idea or value in the session to help her find her focus and what to trim How to align the insights that you have in your paragraphs with the examples And more Whether you're a student working on your own essays right now, a parent supporting from the sidelines, or a counselor guiding students through this process, I hope you'll find something useful here. Alisha is a current high school senior going through the application process who loves science, movies, and discovering new places. When she's not studying the brain, she's mentoring younger students through her program Running Start or planning her next adventure. Hope you enjoy our session. Play-by-Play: 1:24 – How is Alisha's writing coming along? 4:10 – Alisha shares her goals for feedback 5:50 – Alisha reads through her second draft 11:13 – Alisha shares her thoughts on the draft 15:10 – Ethan makes suggestions for trimming by focusing on values that Alisha wants to communicate to the reader 16:40 – Paragraph one: Curiosity 23:10 – Paragraph two: Empathy and nurturing 32:50 – Paragraph three: Creativity. 39:50 – Paragraph four: Pakistan. 46:40 – Ethan and Alisha map next steps for Draft 3 49:22 – Alisha shares new revision ideas and closing thoughts Resources: Inside the Personal Statement Process (Part 1): The Sand Essay with Alisha, HS Senior How to Cut Down Words in Your College Essay How to Write the Columbia University Supplemental Essays: Examples + Guide 2025/2026 College Essay Guy's Personal Statement Resources College Essay Guy's College Application Hub

In our new series, Inside the Personal Statement Process, we're taking you behind the scenes with Alisha, a current high school senior working through applications right now. If you've ever wondered what it's like working with Ethan in a session, this is the podcast for you!  You might remember a similar series last season with Cassidy, where we got to see her whole application process. Rather than focus on the whole application, I wanted to just dive specifically into working with Alisha through the personal statement process.   In Part 1, Alisha and I get into: How did Alisha approach brainstorming and outlining for her personal statement?  What brainstorming activities helped Alisha to pick her topic? Reading through Alisha's first draft of her personal statement  Creating a reverse outline of Alisha's first draft to set her up for writing the second draft And more! Alisha is a current high school senior going through the application process who loves science, movies, and discovering new places. When she's not studying the brain, she's mentoring younger students through her program Running Start or planning her next adventure. We hope you enjoy our session!   Play-by-Play: 1:40 – Getting to know Alisha through her brainstorming materials 2:12 – Values 3:10 – “I love, I know” exercise  5:32 – Superpowers 6:32 – Career interests  12:00 – “Roles and Identities” exercise 15:09 – “Essence Objects” exercise 17:37 – Alisha discusses her personal statement topic  19:00 –  Alisha walks through her essay outline and examples 31:55 – Alisha reads the first draft of her personal statement  35:45 – Alisha shares her thoughts on her draft 38:50 – Ethan gives feedback  46:00 – Ethan walks through the process of creating a “reverse outline” for draft two Resources: The Values Exercise The Roles and Identities Exercise College Essay Guy's Personal Statement Resources College Essay Guy's College Application Hub

The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 239 features Victoria Inoyo, Director of Advising at Juris Education, a leading law school admissions consulting edtech startup.

Ben and Nathan host a special marathon edition of the Personal Statement Gong Show. They kick things off by laying out the fundamentals of personal statements—what they are, what to write about, and when to start. Then, nine students face the gong, each vying to set a record and earn their place in Thinking LSAT Gong Show history. ⁠Study with our Free Plan⁠⁠Download our iOS app⁠⁠Watch Episode 523 on YouTube⁠3:33 – Personal Statement, Not Resume RecapBen and Nathan introduce the starting point for a personal statement: bringing one bullet point on your resume to life. Your personal statement should show, not tell, how a particular experience from your resume is going to make you a successful law student and lawyer. One of the biggest mistakes you can make is trying to cover too many positions or experiences. The personal statement is a chance to illustrate your character, not an unnecessary resume recap. 9:41 – When to Start WritingIsaac finds himself with several hours of free time every day, even after his LSAT studying. The guys give him the green light to start working on his personal statement, but the LSAT still has to come first. They also suggest spending time on professional development through networking and research to make informed decisions about his legal career. 17:46 – Personal Statement on RunningJust because you don't have legal experience on your resume doesn't mean you don't have a valuable story to share. Riley asks about writing a personal statement about marathon running. While Ben and Nathan don't dismiss the idea outright, they explain why it might not be the best option. Customer service, familiarity with regulation and compliance, and tenacity are among the lawyery attributes that Sean could highlight from his experience in retail and landscaping. 22:37 – Personal Statement Gong Show MarathonIn a special edition of the Personal Statement Gong Show, Ben and Nathan bring nine contestants who are looking to break Sophia's record of 34 lines. The rules are simple: Ben and Nathan read until they find an unforgivable mistake—then ring the gong. Check out all of our Gong Show Segments!