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CRAFTING YOUR NARRATIVE. SHAPING YOUR FUTURE.

Personal statement strategy and editing specializing in underrepresented graduate school applicants in the social sciences.

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Hi, I'm Attayah: 'The Story Strategist"

Welcome! I'm an education policy researcher - turned professional writer and communications consultant, who has helped college, master's and PhD applicants craft winning admissions essays for over 5 years.

My goal is to help you write a compelling and persuasive statement that demonstrates your unique story and value to admissions committees.

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You're qualified, bold and passionate, but need help articulating your ideas.

if you want to:

Push past writer's block and uncertainty

To convey your passion and enthusiasm and engage admissions committees.

Acknowledge adversity without selling your trauma

To demonstrate resilience and determination in ways that feel safe and affirming.

Find the links between your diverse experiences

To connect your qualifications and achievements to your goals.

Articulate your unique skills, motivations, and background

To authentically express your personal journey and how it has shaped your academic aspirations.

then you're in the right place.

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“As a first-generation graduate student, I had no idea how to write an essay for graduate school admissions. A week before my applications were due I was scrambling trying to find anyone to help me because I just knew what I had wasn’t at the level it needed to be. Attayah came in and saved the day like superman. Even though there was a 5hr time difference Attayah was always there to help me and ultimately guided me in creating a whole new essay.

Her recommendations/suggestions were clear, concise, easy to follow, and never made me feel as if I was wrong but rather just highlighted that there may be a better way to get my message across. She was very timely in her turnaround time, super organized, and was an asset in my graduate studies pursuit. I will always recommend her to anyone that needs help because she is one of the best at what she does.”

Naomi, MPH Candidate