How Do You Write A Personal Testimonial About Yourself?
• Ask yourself some questions. Understand why you are applying and why you are writing this testimonial. Also, recognize and answer some of the unwritten questions. • What is special, unique, exceptional, and/or impressive about you? • What details of your life (personal or family, history, people or events that have shaped or influenced your goals) set you apart from other applicants. • When did you become interested in this area and what has motivated your interest and reinforced your belief that you are suited to this field? • How have you learned about this field? Was it through courses, journals, seminars, work or other experiences, or conversations with other professionals? • If you have worked a lot during your university years or recent work experience, what have you learned (leadership or managerial skills, for example), and how has that work contributed to your growth? What are your career goals? • Are there any gaps or discrepancies in your academic or employment record that
