No one likes to be told that they are messing up, but I have got to point it out. Maybe I will reach some of you and help you remedy the issue, and my ultimate hope is that you will match with your dream residency.
What am I talking about you ask?
The United States Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE) is a super tough and lengthy process. It is a test that is taken in multiple stages, and it tests your skill mastery over your ability to test well. One of the toughest stages for students moving to the US includes applying and matching with a residency. Preparing your CV (curriculum vitae) and a personal statement can be somewhat daunting for ESL (English as a Second Language) students and professionals. I hate to admit it, but the American English is not as similar to English in other countries as we think it is. We are a bit brazen and highly sensitive as a culture, which is confusing to someone not familiar with our country’s changing moods. So it is VITAL to hire an editor to help you correct grammar, but also help your message translate and communicate effectively with those reviewers.
I have been editing PSs for several years now, and I must say that there are some very common and repeated mistakes that must be avoided if you are hoping to match this season. A personal statement is NOT a letter and NOT an academic essay. Make sure you understand what is expected in a PS and then you add your sparkle.
Watch to see what those top three mistakes are that almost everyone makes on the personal statement.
If you need any help with your personal statement, please reach out to a professional who understands your field of study and if you are a USMLE applicant you can contact me for help with your CV and PS.
