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  How to Write a Personal Statement Hi guys,  To contextualize this page, I have been mentoring and reviewing applications to both Russel Group and Ivy League universities for quite some time now. Consequently, I want to share with you how to make your University applications stand out, given that it is the application season.  The Three Golden Rules for the Ideal Application:  1) Strike a balance between the application being a story and a professional document I have read a range of different applications and it seems that some individuals struggle to maintain a balance. A personal application should read as a story BUT should not be too emotive or sensational. The best applications will contain a professional tone and therefore avoid adjectives such as "Tremendous", "Superior" or "Undying" or anything else that is a more sensational adjective.  Think of the Personal Statement being a report which will detail your story in a professional manner whilst st

Hi guys, So recently I decided to start a pursuit of a side hustle. I want to generate some additional spending money alongside my main wage so I will be sharing my learnings and journey to find the ideal side hustle for myself. I would love for you guys to join me on my quest and, who knows, maybe you will find something right for you too. Please see the video below for insights into my first experience; online surveys.  My first experience was through online surveys. I had tried out four different providers over the course of 2 and a half hours and converted my experience into a hourly rate. The best one averaged out to £30 a hour!  Please note however that the per hour earnings relates to the time in which I actually did any work. Surveys can be infrequent and you may only get one a day. In short, it will not make you rich or be a substitute for a full time job. What it will do is generate some additional spending money in your free time. So instead of mindlessly scrawling through