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Excuses don't cut it, say seasoned admissions officials. Here's what not to say, from the folks who have heard it all
1. Making Excuses Instead of Offering Explanations
2. Writing What You Think They Want To Hear
3. Getting Too Personal
4. Obvious Resume Padding
5. Title-Shopping
6. Playing Alpha-Dog