Writing about yourself isn't easy.

If you're struggling to capture your entire professional identity, narrative, and mission into 400 words... you're not alone. And you don't have to do it alone. I've designed this Writing Guide to be just that -- your guide through the writing process.

With this guide, expect to...

  • Clarify your intentions

    Who are you? What do you want? Why should they care? Uncover all of this - with guidance - before you even start writing.

  • Enjoy the writing process

    Procrastinator? We don't know her. Find support turning an overwhelming process into a gratifying one.

  • Get closer to your goals

    You have unique desires for your learning community. Partner with the program that will get you where you want to go.

Inside the PS Writing Guide

We'll walk together through 5 Phases, designed to make your process as painless + productive as possible.

  • In Phase 1, you'll identify the 3 key elements you need for an effective personal statement: your FIRE, your FUEL, and your FINISH.

  • In Phase 2, you'll strategize how to connect your goals to the Big Picture, and how to flex your systems thinking muscles for the admissions committee.

  • In Phase 3, you'll use a powerful blueprint to structure your personal statement for maximum impact.

  • In Phase 4, you'll implement tactics to efficiently flesh out your outline without overthinking or getting lost in the weeds.

  • In Phase 5, you'll prepare for the details. We'll cover the editing process, common writing pitfalls, and a list of components to double check before you hit that ‘submit’ button with confidence!

Hey I'm Dr. Claire Phillips 👋🏼

I'm a nurse on a mission to turn 10,000 nurses into change makers.

I do this by helping you ideate, message, and execute your unique systems-level contribution. At this point, I've helped hundreds of healthcare pro's get into grad school with my Personal Statement Writing Guide and Power Hours. If grad school is going to help you make an impact, let's get you there.

Hit your app's 'Submit' button with confidence.

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