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Что написать о себе в Инстаграме, чтобы привлечь подписчиков?

Не всегда пользователи личных или бизнес страниц заполняют био-профиля, потому что не знают, что написать о себе в Инстаграм. Сегодня мы поговорим, какие данные нужно указывать, как интересно оформить информацию, а также приведем примеры, как нужно оформлять этот раздел.

Почему важно уделять особое внимание описанию профиля?

Когда пользователь заходит на вашу страницу, первое, что он видит, шапка профиля. Если  он случайно наткнулся на ваш аккаунт и хочет понять, нужно ли ему не вас подписываться, пустое био не сыграет вам на руку. Потенциальный подписчик должен понимать, о чем ваш блог. Поэтому не заполненное описание профиля – настоящее преступление в мире продвижения в соцсетях.

Другое дело пустое био в бизнес-профиле. Такое упущение напрямую влияет на ваш кошелек. Потому что,  в описании вы можете рассказать о своей деятельности, указать адрес, где вы находитесь и оставить контактные данные. А это окажет прямое влияние на количество клиентов и заказов.

Подытожим: информация, которая находится в шапке, позволяет:

• Сформировать хорошее первое впечатление. Не забывайте, что когда пользователь заходит к вам на страницу, он читает инфу о вас и только потом решает, интересно это ему или нет.
• Влияет на количество клиентов и заказов.

Что писать в разделе «О себе»?

Здесь нет каких-то правил, но мы подготовили для вас несколько советов:

• Пишите информацию на русском, если ваша основная аудитория русскоязычные пользователи. Описание на английском может смотреться интереснее и красивее, но только, если вы работаете со странами СНГ, то может возникнуть недопонимание. Если ваша аудитория делится на 50% англоговорящих и 50% русскоговорящих, тогда сделайте описание короткий и продублируйте его на двух языках.
• Не забудьте указать способы связи с вами, особенно бесплатные. Такие, как WhatsApp или Viber.

• Предложите что-то крутое. К примеру, о какой-то скидке каждому клиенту, тестовый заказ, пробное занятие, бесплатные материалы и многое другое. Это все будет зависеть от вашей деятельности.
• Укажите ссылку на сайт, при его наличии, конечно же.
• Используйте хэштеги и профили. Сейчас в описании можно добавлять хэштеги и отмечать другие профили, по ним вы сможете перейти, как по ссылке. Допустим, у вас есть еще один аккаунт с продвижением, или же ваш личный профиль, то вы можете отметить его в описании. В описании указывайте основные ваши хэштеги. Так подписчики смогут быстро их запомнить при надобности.

• Необычный стиль шрифта. Если вы хотите акцентировать внимание на главном тексте, то идеальным решением будет необычный шрифт. Для этого используйте сервис Lingojam.com.

Примеры страниц с интересным описанием

1. Этот аккаунт уже приводился в пример, но давайте рассмотрим его внимательнее. Пользователь упомянул, кому подойдет этот блог. А также указал навигационные хэштеги, которые сделают приятнее и интереснее пребывание на странице.
   
2. Здесь автор блога немного рассказала о себе, указала тематику блогов, а также оставила ссылку на полезные чек-листы.
   
3. Это уже бизнес-аккаунт. Здесь тоже все сделано правильно. Человек видит, какой товар и где продается. Кратко описаны дополнительные услуги, а также оставлена ссылка на другую соцсеть.
   

Вопросы наших читателей

#1. Сколько знаков лимит для имени?

Лимит составляет не более 30 символов. Но мы вам настоятельно советуем не использовать длинные ники. Пользователям сложно будет запомнить их и написать без ошибок. Делайте имя коротким и запоминающимся.

#2. Какая максимальная длина информации о себе в описании?

Максимальная длина составляет 150 знаков. Не стоит писать слишком много. Главное – конкретика и интерес.

#3. Как написать информацию столбиком?

Инстаграм очень нехотя сохраняет заданное форматирование. Если стандартными способами этого сделать не получилось, читайте нашу инструкцию, как написать в Инстаграм в столбик. Мы подробно разобрали все способы.

Задавайте свои вопросы и оставляйте мнение в комментариях! А также смотрите ниже полезное видео по теме.

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Looking through their page it’s easy to get lost in time, as image after image is a truly awesome display. At more than 3,500 followers and growing, I am clearly not the only one who marvels at their pictures.90003 90002 90003 Walking the tightrope. Unique pictures can really reel in a crowd. Via urbanartnow Instagram. 90002 90003 Unique Instagram layouts will help distinguish you from others. Via Anderson .Paak Instagram. 90002 90016 Anderson Paak 90017 or «Cheeky Andy» is an American singer with an Instagram page that sets him apart from other performers. 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Start with a killer username 90043 90002 A catchy and defining Instagram handle will get you started on the right foot. 90003 90002 Try to find a username that defines who you are and what you do, and connects to your followers through its originality. 90003 90002 Try to avoid generic usernames like 90007 JohnSmithrealestate123 90008 or 90007 Janeblogservices88 90008 -these usernames do not define a personal brand or business and will leave potential clients and visitors confused about who you are.90003 Mariam Ezzeddine’s Instagram handle is relative to her personality and brand, and easily establishes her apart from the competition. Via Mariam Ezzeddine Instagram. 90002 When selecting your handle it is important to decide whether you want to represent yourself as a personality or a brand. For example, if your personality is what you want to highlight, consider a creative way to work your name in there. An awesome example of a great username is cooking expert Marriam Ezzeddine. Her Instagram handle «@cookinwithmima» contains her nickname 90007 and 90008 brand, setting her apart from other Instagram accounts in the same field.90003 90002 If your selected username is taken, try some of these ideas to give it a unique makeover: 90003 90060 90061 Use geography-try adding your location to your name like 90007 JSmithhouses_Dallas 90008. 90064 90061 Add a niche-relate directly to your market with a specific focus, i.e. 90007 JSmith_luxuryrealty 90008. 90064 90061 Include a domain (if you have one) -if you have a personal website try including it in your handle like 90007 JSmith.dreamhomes 90008. 90064 90061 Try a brand prefix-start your handle with your brand, i.e. 90007 DreambigwithSmith 90008 or 90007 WeareJohnSmithrealty 90008. 90064 90079 90002 Apps like namechk and KnowEm are also excellent tools for figuring out whether an Instagram username has already been taken. 90003 90042 2. Become a hashtag hustler 90043 90002 It’s essential to know your audience. For example, if you are working within residential real estate, you do not want to create posts relating to commercial real estate. Mixing up a niche creates confusion and will quickly have users turning elsewhere.90003 90002 When you know your niche, you can narrow the focus of your posts to appeal to that specific audience. 90003 90002 Hashtagging your posts is a great way to highlight your niche and create a vacuum for potential followers that will funnel them towards your Instagram page. 90003 90002 We’ve just sent you your first lesson. 90003 90002 For those of you who do not know, hashtagging is a method of creating a «button» that takes Instagram users to relevant posts. If users tap on a hashtag, they will be taken to a page that displays photos and videos that people have uploaded and displayed with the same tag.90003 90002 Including hashtags with your posts is a great way to increase your exposure across Instagram because it will make your posts visible to users outside of your current followers. 90003 90002 While you can create your own clever hashtags that reflect your personality or brand, the use of popular trending hashtags is a dependable tool for bringing potential followers to your page. 90003 90002 You can find tons of great popular hashtags online, but here are a few examples you can use to lure in potential followers.90003 90060 90061 #Instagood 90064 90061 #photooftheday 90064 90061 #Instadaily 90064 90061 #Instalike 90064 90061 #Instacool 90064 90061 #Bestoftheday 90064 90061 And do not forget #dogsofinsta and #grannies 90064 90079 90002 Including a good number of hashtags is a great way to create more exposure as more hashtags means more hits, and more hits means more followers! However, keep in mind that you do not want to overwhelm the user, so keep your tags relevant and try not to drown people with redundant tags.90003 90002 Finally, treat your followers like family! Stay current with your followers ‘feeds, and be sure to comment on posts you find interesting. Not only does this increase your exposure, it also shows you care about your followers, which goes a long way in establishing a rapport with your admirers. 90003 Dalloway Chocolate uses relevant hashtags to increase its exposure across Instagram. Via Dalloway Chocolate Instagram. 90042 3. Become a photography Jedi 90043 90002 Unlike Twitter or Facebook, where clever words go a long way, Instagram is all about image.90003 90002 Instagram has become the effective marketing tool it is today due to its profound ability to showcase amazing images of just about anything you can imagine. 90003 90002 The competition for amazing pictures is real, but if you can include gorgeous photography and images in your posts, your page will have an impact. 90003 90128 Additional reading: how to select images to best represent your brand >> 90129 Lindt chocolate uses impressive focus and lighting to really make their photos hit home.Via Lindt chocolate Instagram. 90002 Avoid boring and generic images that are already all over the internet. You want to stand out, not blend in, and the quickest way to do that is to ensure originality and innovation in your pictures. 90003 90002 Here are some simple ways to create notable images: 90003 90060 90061 90016 Invest some time in learning the art of photography. 90017 If you are serious about revving up your marketing game through Instagram, it is a great idea to learn what makes an excellent photo excellent.Take a look at the photography from other Instagram accounts with stellar imagery (we’re partial to the accounts below). The composition, lighting, and innovation behind the pictures speaks volumes to the representation of the brand. Study the Instagram feeds of people and brands you admire and aim to create a similarly impressive photo feed. It’s also important to note the strong level of consistency among images in a feed. You want to create a cohesive experience with your photos and should look to avoid dramatic changes in composition and color.90064 90061 90016 Ensure your photos are relevant to your business. 90017 If your niche is landscape photography, be sure to include photos of landscapes and not photos of something irrelevant such as selfies (unless there’s a breathtaking landscape in the background). You do not want to confuse your followers and take them off in another direction. 90064 90079 Yeti is impressive in its use of unique photography. Via Yeti Instagram. 90060 90061 90016 Be inventive with your photography. 90017 Think of creative ways to show off your photos.As we have already seen, Quirky Campers uses stunning imagery to promote its campervans. And beyond beautiful landscapes, Lindt chocolate and outdoor brand Yeti do a great job with lighting and creative image ideas. 90064 90061 90016 Shoot square photos 90017. New cameras and even most smartphones have the option to take pictures in a square setting. Shooting in squares allows you to save time on cropping images and ensures essential elements of the photograph will not be lost later. 90064 90061 90016 Use applications to help bring the best out of your images 90017.Apps like PicStitch and Snapseed help you bring your images to life and assist in creating the perfect image layout for your page. 90064 90079 PicStitch allows you to break your images up to create one image. This can be a very helpful tool in displaying your content in a unique way. Via Pic Stitch App. 90060 90061 90060 90061 90016 Do not forget Instagram stories! 90017 Instagram now features Instagram stories, a fun custom video addition to your photo feed. 90064 90079 90064 90079 90042 4.Get down with geotags 90043 90002 Did you take an awesome photo in an awesome location and now want to share your whereabouts with your followers? 90003 90002 This is where geotagging comes in. Geotagging allows you to tag your posts with your current location. All you need to do is change the permissions on your phone and Instagram will record your location and display it with each of your posts. If geotagging is activated, you will have the option to choose the location of your post. When you «Name this Location,» a list of local businesses, events, locations, and attractions will appear.You can then select the option that represents where you are and that location will appear in your post. 90003 90002 Awesome, right? This means that users who click on on your geotag location will see all the other posts that people are uploading to that geotag. This can be of great benefit to your brand because it will allow you to showcase your products or services to a wider audience. 90003 90002 Starbucks uses geotagging within its Instagram to create a buzz around specific locations across the US.If you are looking to market your personal business, you can do the same. Reach out to customers and engage them with geotagged pictures relevant to your business. 90003 90002 Geotagging also means you can stay connected with your followers across the globe. If you are traveling and want to engage followers in a certain location, you can use geotags on your posts to appeal to that specific audience. This will enable you to be relevant with a larger audience of people and more exposure means more business! 90003 90042 5.Create a contest 90043 Hosting a competition is a great way to gain new followers and increase your exposure. Via Instagram. 90002 Who would not jump at the opportunity to win free stuff ?! And who does not enjoy some healthy competition? Competition is a great way to reel in more followers. 90003 90002 You do not have to run Instagram competitions every day, but occasionally running a contest can be a great way to market a particular product or expand to a wider audience. 90003 90002 Try some of these easy-to-run contests and giveaways: 90003 90060 90061 90016 Like-to-win contests 90017: the concept of this contest is very simple.Followers simply like a post and they will be entered into a draw to win something. This is a great way to gain new followers as they will need to follow you to be entered into the competition. 90064 90061 90016 Hashtag content contests 90017: these contests require you to create a relevant hashtag and have followers share a photo or video using that hashtag. This type of contest will greatly increase your exposure as participants who post will include entries in their feeds, which will then be seen by their followers.90064 90061 90016 Photo contests: 90017 these contests can be great if you are trying to market a particular product or item. Participants post an image of themselves with your product or something relevant to your brand. The best post is the winner. 90064 90079 90002 Before you create a contest be sure to define your target market to ensure that you are marketing towards the right audience. Also, have a clear prize ready to give away as well as a reliabe method of determining the winner.90003 90010 Stand out from the crowd 90011 — 90012 90002 Following the tips above will help you capitalize on one of the most powerful marketing tools out there today. 90003 90002 Instagram is the ideal platform for innovation, creativity, inspiration and authenticity. 90003 90002 Go get that ‘gram! 90003 90128 Do you have more awesome ideas for getting ahead on Instagram? We would love to hear about them in the comments. 90129 90002 We’ve just sent you your first lesson. 90003 .90000 How to Write an ‘About Me’ Page That Gets You Hired 90001 90002 About pages are hard. You have one page to summarize who you are, what you do, and how you’re different in a clear, concise, and confident way. No big deal! Just tell us why you matter in two to five paragraphs, without bragging. 90003 90002 Honestly, I do not know anyone who enjoys this process. Even if you’re comfortable writing about yourself, it’s hard to know where to start or what to leave out. You know yourself better than anyone, but that only seems to make it worse.90003 90002 Over the past 10 years, I’ve been fortunate enough to help all sorts of people get their websites into shape. I’ve taught workshops on honest marketing and developing portfolios, and I co-wrote a book about writing useful, friendly content. Whenever About pages come up, these are the tips I share: 90003 90008 90009 Write to your dream audience. 90010 90009 Highlight the kind of work you want to be doing. 90010 90009 Tell the truth in your own voice. 90010 90009 Read it aloud to make sure it sounds like you.90010 90009 Treat it as a draft. Share it early and update it regularly. 90010 90019 90002 Think of your About page as a way to introduce yourself. It does not need to be exhaustive, and you do not have to say anything that makes you uncomfortable. Find a balance between being personal and professional, and try to have some fun. This is a great time to step away from the computer, put your self-critic aside, and do some exploratory writing to take the pressure off. 90003 90002 I’ll walk you through the process that I share with my clients.This is focused on freelancers and solo practitioners, but you can use the same steps for your company or project. 90003 90002 Think it through 90003 90002 It’s tempting to start by looking at other people’s work for inspiration-and we’ll get to that. But before you dive into design blogs or Pinterest, find a quiet place to reflect and write about your goals. 90003 90002 Give yourself at least two minutes with each of these exercises. (You may want to grab tea or coffee, a favorite notebook, and a timer.) 90003 90008 90009 Where do you see yourself in one to three years? 90010 90009 How does your work fit into the world you want to live in? 90010 90009 What kinds of projects interest you? (It sometimes helps to list tasks you want to 90036 stop 90037 doing first.) 90010 90009 What kinds of people do you want to work with? Who are your dream clients? 90010 90009 What do you want people to do after visiting your website (e.g., hire you, subscribe to your blog)? 90010 90009 If someone were telling a potential client about you, what would you want them to say? 90010 90019 90002 These notes will guide your writing later in the process.90003 90002 Gather ideas 90003 90002 Next, make a list of different kinds of information you might include. We’re still exploring here, so do not worry about finding the «perfect» words just yet. (I like to use sticky notes to gather ideas so I can arrange them visually afterwards.) 90003 90002 90053 Start with the basics. 90054 About pages do not have to be cutesy or clever. A simple bio with concrete facts goes a long way. Tell us who you are, where you’re from (if it matters to you), where you live, and what you do.And if you have a photo or video of yourself you want to share, make a note to include that. 90003 90002 90053 Share your experience. 90054 What are you most proud of? This is not your CV, so do not worry about outlining every job you’ve ever had. Summarize your biggest accomplishments, and feel free to link to publications, talks, interviews, events, or recent clients. If you’re a freelancer, you may want to include a short list of skills or services you offer. 90003 90002 This is not your CV.90003 90002 90053 Show your passion. 90054 Do not be afraid to get personal, especially in your bio. After all, if someone visits this page, they’ve expressed an interest in you as a person. List a few things you love doing, eating, reading, listening to, or thinking about. If you have any special talents or strongly held beliefs, jot those down. How did you get into this field? What do you love about it? Take some time to think about how your process or perspective differs from your peers. 90003 90002 90053 Link it up.90054 Do not forget that you’re writing for the web. Add links to your online shop, newsletter, or side projects. 90003 90002 90053 Tell us what to do next. 90054 What do you want people to do after meeting you or reading your bio? Point us in the right direction. Maybe you’re taking on illustration projects, looking for blog sponsors, or hoping to do more public speaking. Make it easy to contact you-and if you’re booked up for a while, include a note about your availability or response time.90003 90002 Once you have these notes together, whittle it down to the essentials. 90003 90002 Write a short bio 90003 90002 Pick a small section of your About page to begin with. A quick Mad Libs exercise can help you write your bio. Look back at your notes as you fill in the blanks: 90003 90002 90036 I’m a ______. 90037 90083 90036 I help ______ {make / build} ______. 90037 90083 90036 When I’m not ______, you can find me ______. 90037 90083 90036 Want to work together? I’d love to hear from you.90037 90003 90002 Play with the structure and rewrite it until it sounds like you. When you’re happy with it, use it as a headline or the first part of your longer bio. (If you like these kinds of exercises, Alexandra Franzen has some great ones on her site.) 90003 90002 Move the elements around and see what you can leave out. Focus on answering questions you’d expect your dream clients to have. I love this diagram from Mitch Goldstein. 90003 90002 If you’re stuck, look at sites from other people and companies in your field.See how they present their work and levels of experience. Here are some of my favorites: 90003 90002 Instead of copying them, look at the language they use. Did they write in the first or third person? How do they describe themselves? Do they use formal titles, casual wording, or a combination of the two? (I love how Eileen Ruberto calls herself a designer, researcher, and 90036 information wrangler 90037.) How do the words make you feel? See what you can learn from their choices and the way they talk to readers.90003 90002 Once you have a rough draft, take it to the next level: 90003 90002 90053 Make it sound like you. 90054 Use simple words you’d say to a friend or neighbor. Skip the industry jargon, unless your clients are looking for common keywords like 90036 responsive web design 90037 or 90036 mindfulness coaching 90037. 90003 90002 90053 Be honest. 90054 This is the perfect place to show your true colors. Do not say you love collaborating if you’d rather work alone. Tell the truth, and if something’s hard to express, think about how you’d explain it in person.It’s better to be upfront than to have to reveal these details at your first client meeting. 90003 90002 90053 Keep it short and sweet. 90054 Check over your main points. Is the most important information at the top? Do not overcomplicate things with hefty phrasing. Try to limit your sentences to one main idea with 20 words or fewer. 90003 90002 90053 Read it out loud. 90054 Editing is about listening, so listen to your writing. Read it aloud in a quiet room. You’ll naturally notice where the words are jumbled, repetitive, or imprecise.Ask yourself: 90003 90008 90009 Is it clear? 90010 90009 Does it sound like you? 90010 90009 Is every word true? 90010 90009 Can you cut any adjectives or modifiers? 90010 90019 90002 One of the biggest mistakes people make is trying to perfect their writing the first time. You’re writing for the web-not a print publication. You can change your mind, add things, remove things, and polish it as much as you’d like. 90003 90002 Do not worry if your About page is short, missing information, or overly detailed.Go ahead and put it out there. Ask a few friends or colleagues to read over it and give you feedback. See if people write to you with better questions or spend more time on your site. 90003 90002 After a few weeks, come back to it. Does it reflect how you feel now? If your goals have changed or you have a clearer picture of your ideal client, make a few adjustments. Keep revising as you learn more about yourself, the work you care about, and the people you want to work with. 90003 90002 — 90003 90143 How about you? What do you like about your about page? 90144 .90000 How to Write an Essay About Yourself: Writing for Scholarship Success 90001 90002 You know yourself better than anyone else, but writing about yourself can still be tough! When applying for scholarships or to college, essay prompts can feel so general (and yet so specific!) That they leave us stumped. So we’ll show you 8 tips to write an essay about yourself, so that you can land more scholarships. (Psst — Going Merry makes applying easy.) 90003 90002 90005 Let’s start with some examples of personal essay prompts: 90006 90003 90008 90009 90005 Tell me about yourself.90006 90012 90009 90005 Describe a challenge or event that made you who you are today. 90006 90012 90009 90005 What are your short and long-term goals, and how do you plan to achieve them? 90006 90012 90009 90005 Write about a time you failed at something. How did it affect you? 90006 90012 90025 90002 These are just a few of many scholarship essay prompts that require you to look internally, to answer a question, solve a problem, or explain a scenario in your life. 90003 90002 We get it.You might not be a big fan of bragging about yourself, or you might want to keep your personal stories to yourself. But by opening up and sharing your story, you can show scholarship providers, colleges and universities who you are, and why you’re deserving of their scholarship. 90003 90002 (Do not just take our word for it — check out our scholarship winners page full of students like you who were brave enough to share their stories with us). 90003 90032 90032 90034 90035 To get started, check out these 9 tips on how to write an essay about yourself: 90036 90037 90038 90039 1.Create a List of Questions 90040 90041 90002 After reading through the scholarship essay prompt, breathe, and make a list of smaller questions you can answer, which relate to the big essay prompt question. 90003 90002 Let’s say the main essay prompt question asks you, «What were challenges or barriers you had to work to overcome?» Then the smaller questions might be something like: 90003 90008 90009 90005 What is your background? Family, finances, school. 90006 90012 90009 90005 What was challenging about that background? 90006 90012 90009 90005 What’s your greatest accomplishment? How did you get there? How have previous challenges influenced your goals? 90006 90012 90025 90002 Think of these questions as mini-prompts.They explain your story and help you answer the main essay prompt with more details than if you just answered it without a plan in place. 90003 90062 90062 90002 Scholarships Email DigestGet new scholarship opportunities delivered to your inbox, weekly. 90003 90038 90035 2. Brainstorm and Outline 90036 90041 90002 After considering smaller questions, it’s time to brainstorm your answers. Take out a pen and paper — or open up a document on a computer — and take your time in answering each mini-prompt.Organize your responses in order: 90003 90072 90009 Intro to main essay prompt. 90012 90009 Answer about 3 mini-prompt questions. 90012 90009 Conclude by rewriting the answer to the main essay prompt with a summary of your mini-prompt answers. 90012 90079 90002 This organization will help you stay on topic and answer the prompt directly. (Or check out these 6 scholarship essay examples for alternative essay structures.) 90003 90038 90035 3. Be Vulnerable 90036 90041 90002 Do not be afraid to let your strengths, challenges, and personal stories shine through in your essay! Scholarship and admissions committees love to see that you’re self-aware how you can improve as a person, or how you’ve grown because of your experiences.Honest writing can help tell the best stories (in this case, YOUR story). 90003 90088 90088 90038 90035 4. Use Personal Examples 90036 90041 90002 Since this essay is all about you, you should make your answer as specific as possible! Avoid using generalizations (e.g., «I’m really good at music). Instead, go for more personalized statements (e.g., «My fourth-grade teacher Ms. Matay really inspired me to pursue my interest in the clarinet»). Your personal examples are what will help your scholarship essay stand out among the thousands of applicants.. 90003 90038 90035 5. Write in the First Person 90036 90041 90002 You’re telling 90005 your 90006 story, so write from 90005 your 90006 perspective! You can narrate your story. You can provide an overview of what you learned from your experiences. However you choose to answer the prompt, we recommend writing in an active tone, and using «I» and «me» throughout your essay. 90003 90038 90035 6. Do not Be Afraid to Show Off … But Stay on Topic! 90036 90041 90002 Most students worry about bragging in their essay, but we say go for it! This is your time to shine, so highlight your accomplishments and strengths.Review your essay to make sure that you’re keeping the tone informative and that you’re still on topic. (Brag while answering the essay prompt; do not just mention random, unrelated but impressive facts about yourself!) You can use this brag sheet where you can brainstorm your accomplishments. While the worksheet is geared toward requesting letters of recommendation, you can still use it to write out your hobbies, interests, college list, and strengths to help you answer your scholarship essay prompt.90003 90112 90112 90038 90035 7. Show Personality 90036 90041 90002 Just because it’s an essay does not mean it has to be dry and boring. This essay is all about you, so let your personality shine through. If you’re the class clown, you can use a bit of humor. If you wear your heart on your sleeve, do not be afraid to show emotion. Trying your best to express who you are as a person will hav 90003.