You would probably think this rule should be the easiest to follow, but you will be shocked to know that it is actually the one most flouted.
Scholarship applicants would see a simple essay question that reads:
“Describe your most significant achievement and why?”
You will find applicants writing something like this:
“In 2019, I led a team that provided XXXXXX.
In 2021, I also joined a project that involves XXXXXXXX. Most recently, I created a virtual platform to solve the problem of XXXXXX.”
Let me burst your bubble. 😊
This response above is absolutely WRONG and shows that the applicant isn’t paying attention.
You were not asked to mention your significant achievements.
You were asked to describe your MOST SIGNIFICANT achievement, which means ONLY ONE story of significance MUST be described and not several instances.
And you must not forget to also add why you consider such an achievement as your most significant.
Not following simple instructions can cost you big opportunities.
Please don’t be too hasty to respond. Stay calm. Digest the question. Understand it fully. Think of the most appropriate response. Then start typing. Don’t be in a hurry to fill up the spaces.