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Avoid these 5 college essay mistakes!

By Sara Nolan | June 2, 2023 | 0
Filed Under: Essays, Integrity, Solutions, State of Mind
College Essay Mistakes

Too often, students make these five mistakes in the college essay writing process. And it might not be the ones you think.

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When Should I Start My College Essay?

By Sara Nolan | February 23, 2023 | 0
Filed Under: Essays, Feedback, Practice, Questions, Uncategorized, Writing Tips

I often get the question, “When should I start my college essay?” Three answers: right now, as early as possible, and when the stress response works in your favor. Pro tip: no matter when or how, you’ll need to revise proofread well.

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What do you want to be when you grow up? No-BS Brainstorming

By Sara Nolan | February 2, 2023 | 0
Filed Under: Destiny, State of Mind, Teachers, Uncategorized

“What do you want to be when you grow up?” is a cliche stock question of grown-ups everywhere, and a tacit question in many college essay prompts. My imagination still responds: whatever I wan

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Your college essay should be a work of art

By Sara Nolan | January 25, 2023 | 0
Filed Under: Essays, Integrity, Practice, Uncategorized

This pep talk is for anyone preparing to write their college essay, at any point in their future: don’t keep the bar low.Your college essay should be a work of art because works of art are unforgettable, and so are you.

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The Common App Just Emailed You

By Sara Nolan | August 4, 2022 | 0
Filed Under: Uncategorized

A short pep talk and we can help you write those essays the Common App just told you about, m’kay?

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Your college essay is a mess, but it will be amazing

By Sara Nolan | May 30, 2022 | 0
Filed Under: Solutions, State of Mind, Uncategorized, Writing Tips

The sunrise starts out like a mess, and your college essay might too. Trust the process and it can become an amazing.

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