Put the strongest evidence near the top
Work through this step with your assignment brief beside you. Note the exact requirement, identify what evidence or values you need, and avoid adding unsupported claims. If the task has a rubric, translate this step into a short checklist before drafting.
Use role-specific achievements
Work through this step with your assignment brief beside you. Note the exact requirement, identify what evidence or values you need, and avoid adding unsupported claims. If the task has a rubric, translate this step into a short checklist before drafting.
Check dates and formatting
Work through this step with your assignment brief beside you. Note the exact requirement, identify what evidence or values you need, and avoid adding unsupported claims. If the task has a rubric, translate this step into a short checklist before drafting.
Remove vague filler
Work through this step with your assignment brief beside you. Note the exact requirement, identify what evidence or values you need, and avoid adding unsupported claims. If the task has a rubric, translate this step into a short checklist before drafting.
Tailor the document to the opportunity
Work through this step with your assignment brief beside you. Note the exact requirement, identify what evidence or values you need, and avoid adding unsupported claims. If the task has a rubric, translate this step into a short checklist before drafting.
Common mistakes
- Starting before reading the rubric carefully.
- Using generic examples that do not fit the field.
- Forgetting to explain reasoning, assumptions, or citation choices.