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Admissions committees are looking for such diversity across cultures, work experience, geography, and personal background that trying to tell someone else\u2019s story won\u2019t help you anyway. The best brand you can be is your own.<\/p>\n<h5><strong>2. Spend Time on Self-Reflection.<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>Start the application process early so you have enough time for self-reflection and introspection.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\u2022 What REALLY motivates you?<br \/>\n\u2022 What are your career aspirations \u2013 what do you want to do long-term?<br \/>\n\u2022 What is your short-term post-MBA goal?<br \/>\n\u2022 What skills, knowledge and relationships do you need to develop to get you to that short-term goal?<br \/>\n\u2022 How has your experience prepared you?<br \/>\n\u2022 What do you need from an MBA?<br \/>\n\u2022 What do you bring to an MBA program? Everyone is expected to bring their unique experiences and perspectives to share with others.<br \/>\nSynthesize your reflections into themes about yourself. Are you an inspirational leader? Creative problem solver? A cultural bridge between headquarters and a specific country?<\/p>\n<h5><strong>3. Do Your Research.<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>Now learn the key themes of different MBA programs you\u2019re considering. Every school has its own themes and buzzwords. Find ways to connect YOUR themes with the themes of each school.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond each school\u2019s key themes, you should think about 4 Cs when researching MBA programs. Find the best fit for you across these areas:<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\u2022 <strong>Curriculum<\/strong> \u2013 core plus electives, teaching styles, majors or concentrations<br \/>\n\u2022 <strong>Clubs<\/strong> \u2013 conferences, seminars, experiential learning. Outside the classroom experiences<br \/>\n\u2022 <strong>Community\/Culture<\/strong> \u2013 can you find your people at a certain school? Is it collaborative or more competitive?<br \/>\n\u2022 <strong>Connections<\/strong> \u2013Engage with students, alumni, admissions staff. Attend webinars, tour events, targeted admissions events (Forte, military, MLT, Consortium, LGBTQ)<\/p>\n<h5><strong>4. Take a Structured Approach to Writing.<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>When it\u2019s time to start working on your MBA essays, first read the fine print. The guidance beyond the prompt itself provides hints as to what each MBA program is looking for. Start with outlines. This is so important. Outlines put together the framework to answer the question and make sure that you are communicating what you want to share about yourself. Ask for independent review and feedback. 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