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3 Key Features Applicants Overlook in Grad School Cold Emails.. When applying for MS/PhD positions, these features can make your cold email stand out: 🔵Transferable Skills Don’t just list your experiences, Show how your background and skills can directly contribute to the research. 🔵Collaboration and Learning Express your eagerness to work together and contribute to their research. This shows that you’re not just looking for a position, but a chance to grow. 🔵Polite and Professional tone Maintain proper grammar, punctuation, and formatting. A well-written email speaks volumes about your attention to detail. 🔹These small details can help you make a lasting impression and increase your chances of success. What’s your top tip for making a lasting impression? Remember to follow our page for more tips👇 https://lnkd.in/dmp7UFZe #GradSchoolTips #AcademicSuccess Amaka Ifeduba, Ph.D.

How to Craft a Winning Cold Email to a Potential Advisor... When crafting a cold email for a potential advisor, make sure to include the following: 🔵 Your name 🔵 Where you're from 🔵 Your age/sex (optional but gives a good indication of what they would expect) 🔵 Your academic qualifications/background 🔵 Highlight your passion, previous work, and how it connects with the advisor's current program. (This is not the time to be humble, sell yourself!) 🔵 Gently prompt he/she to get back to you soon. 💡 Below is a step-by-step example of mine to guide you. Remember to follow our page for more insights; https://lnkd.in/dmp7UFZe #GradSchoolTips #AcademicJourney #ColdEmailSuccess Amaka Ifeduba, Ph.D.

Recently, I had an interesting conversation with someone about personal branding, (described in the video). I realized that many people struggle to build a vibrant brand or achieve their other set goals because they focus on addressing surface-level issues instead of tackling the root causes. If you’re feeling stuck and don’t know where to start, our LinkedIn Elevation Program is designed just for you. Follow us at ScholarUP Mentoring Academy and send a DM to learn more! Repost ♻️ to help someone take their personal brand to the next level. #ScholarUP #Joincohort8 #elevateyourprofessionalpresencewith_Amaka

Start your week right with these 7 simple rules: 🔵Present NEED before WANT. Do what’s necessary before chasing what you desire. Purpose before pleasure. 🔵 Fight for your vision. Your dream is yours to see. Don’t expect everyone to understand it. 🔵 Forgive, but keep the lessons. Let go of the hurt, hold on to the wisdom. 🔵 Mess up, but never give up. Failure is part of growth. Keep moving. 🔵 Speak up when it matters. Your voice is your strength. 🔵 Choose your battles wisely. Not every fight is yours to fight. Some things are better left to God. 🔵 Let GOD lead. With Him guiding you, you’ll never be lost. What’s one rule you’ll follow this week? #MondayMotivation #PersonalGrowth Amaka Ifeduba, Ph.D.

I’m excited to invite you to our first event for the year! Joined by my co-host Dr. Augusta IMOMON, MD who is an erudite education consultant, we will be exploring: ➞ What it means to be a successful education consultant. ➞ Gain insights on how to set up a thriving education consultant business. Whether you’re considering a career shift or looking to expand your current role, this event will provide valuable guidance and direction. Mark your calendar and kindly repost ♻️ to invite your network. #education #empowerment #ScholarUP #elevateyourprofessionalpresencewith_Amaka

Your Progress is your Responsibility. How do you own it? First, by reflecting on your actions this week. 🔵Were you resilient enough? 🔵 Did you seek feedback or follow up? Soft skills like resilience and consistency shape who you are, not just your grad school journey. Remember: Authenticity sustains. Don’t fake progress, BUILD it. Next week, I’ll be sharing tips on how to write a winning cold email to a potential supervisor. Make sure to follow our page for more insights! https://lnkd.in/dmp7UFZe #HappyWeekend #SoftSkillsMatter Amaka Ifeduba, Ph.D.

Your Progress is your Responsibility. How do you own it? First, by reflecting on your actions this week. 🔵Were you resilient enough? 🔵 Did you seek feedback or follow up? Soft skills like resilience and consistency shape who you are, not just your grad school journey. Remember: Authenticity sustains. Don’t fake progress, BUILD it. Next week, I’ll be sharing tips on how to write a winning cold email to a potential supervisor. Make sure to follow our page for more insights! https://lnkd.in/dmp7UFZe #HappyWeekend #SoftSkillsMatter Amaka Ifeduba, Ph.D.

3 Costly Mistakes to Avoid When Emailing a Potential Grad School Supervisor: 🔵Don't Share Personal Struggles: It’s tempting, but nobody offers funding because they feel sorry for you. Funding is given because they believe in your potential and the value you’ll bring to their program. 🔵Don’t Sound Desperate: Your email should never come across as if you need the opportunity just to escape your country. Never ask for scholarships or funding in your first message 🔵Avoid Unnecessary Jargon: This isn’t the time to impress with complex language. Be clear, simple, and direct. Your message should be easy to understand, showing respect for the reader's time. 🔹In the next post, I'll show you how to properly write a winning code email to a potential supervisor. Have you ever made any of these mistakes? What did you learn? Follow our page to learn more .. https://lnkd.in/dmp7UFZe #GradSchoolTips #AcademicSuccess #ResearchOpportunities Amaka Ifeduba, Ph.D.

5 Myths Holding You Back from Graduate School Scholarships in the US.. Graduate school in the US is expensive, but don’t let that stop you. Let’s debunk some common myths about scholarships in the United States: ❌ You have to be in the US to qualify for a fully funded scholarship. ✅ You can apply for scholarships from anywhere in the world. ❌ Only students with first-class degrees are considered. ✅ Good grades help, but they’re not the only factor. Passion and potential matter too. ❌ US schools prefer students from certain countries or races. ✅ Schools care about your qualifications, not necessarily your background. ❌ You need an agent to find scholarships. ✅ With research and determination, you can find scholarships on your own. ❌ You need to know someone in the US to be considered. ✅ Dr. Amaka Ifeduba, Ph.D. didn't know anyone but she still got the scholarship. The truth is, scholarships are for everyone, no matter where you're from. Do your research, stay focused, and go for it! Follow our page to explore more 👇 https://lnkd.in/dmp7UFZe #GradSchoolFunding #Scholarships2025 #EducationOpportunities Amaka Ifeduba, Ph.D.

It’s not enough to hope for grad school opportunities... 🔵You have to PREPARE yourself for them. 🔹How will you handle a difficult supervisor? 🔹Are you ready to stick to the rules when no one’s watching? 🔹Have you thought about how you’ll connect with people over there and sustain those relationships? 🔹How will you stay grounded, motivated, and keep going when the going gets tough? 🔵Grad school is more than just applying, it’s about being truly prepared, emotionally, mentally, and practically. No one has all the answers right away, but the key is being ready to face whatever comes your way. So, how are you preparing for your grad school journey? #GradSchoolPrep #FutureLeaders #AcademicJourney Amaka Ifeduba, Ph.D.