Quite a paradox. How could this possibly be? My Stanford essays currently aren't worth the paper they're printed on yet I consider them to be in good shape. Everyone says that Kellogg's essay questions are the hardest, but I wouldn't know it. Stanford is kicking my behind. These word limits are the bane of my existence right now. I'm having a difficult time distilling my behavioral essays to their essential parts so that they fit into 300 words. 300 little words.
I received confirmation that the stories I want to tell are compelling, so in my opinion, they're in fighting shape. I have a starting point (well not quite, since I've rewritten these things multiple times), and know how I can improve them. it's just a matter of sitting down to do it.
In other news, I am feeling confident about both my Wharton and my Kellogg essays. My resume has been sealed with a kiss and I do not forsee additional alterations. I do not have the mental bandwith to think about Chicago's application or essays right now. They only have two essays and a power point presentation, so it's much less writing intense than Kellogg's essays, but the esoteric "leadership" question has me at a loss. I'm sure I can dig deep and find some jewels, but until I get Stanford to a point where I'm just fine tuning things, I don't think focusing on Chicago will do either school justice.
It is late, and I've spent my day off writing essays. Although there is no rest for the weary, I'm going to lay my head on my pillow.
