48. Topic: An Accomplishment You’re Proud Of
– Question 48: Describe an accomplishment you’re proud of.
– You should say:
– What is the accomplishment, and when did you achieve it?
– How did you work towards it?
– Why is it meaningful to you?
– How has it influenced your personal or professional life?
Model answer by Lifestyle Training Centre
One accomplishment that I’m particularly proud of is earning my Master’s degree in English, which I recently completed. This achievement is especially significant to me because I managed to accomplish it while juggling a full-time job and overcoming a variety of other challenges that arose during the course of my studies.
I worked towards this accomplishment through a combination of dedication, time management, and perseverance. Balancing a demanding job with coursework was no easy feat, but I was determined to succeed. I made sure to carve out dedicated time each day for studying and assignments, often working late into the night or during weekends. I also sought support from my colleagues and professors, who were incredibly understanding and helpful when I needed guidance. Despite the obstacles, I stayed focused on my end goal and took one step at a time, tackling each task with determination and resilience.
This accomplishment is particularly meaningful to me because it’s not just a testament to my academic abilities but also to my personal growth. Completing my Master’s while dealing with a busy schedule has taught me discipline, time management skills, and the value of self-motivation. It’s a reminder that, even in the face of adversity, it’s possible to achieve great things with enough commitment and hard work.
On a professional level, this achievement has opened up new doors for me. I feel more confident in my expertise, which has had a positive impact on my career. I now approach my job with a fresh perspective, equipped with a deeper understanding of language, literature, and communication, which has not only enhanced my professional skills but also made me more adept at tackling challenges in the workplace. Furthermore, this accomplishment has given me a sense of fulfilment and pride, serving as a reminder that I can overcome even the toughest obstacles and continue to grow both personally and professionally.
List of vocabulary used:
- Accomplishment – An achievement or success resulting from effort.
- Significant – Important or meaningful.
- Juggling – Balancing multiple tasks or responsibilities at the same time.
- Time management – The process of planning and organizing how to divide time between activities.
- Perseverance – Persistence in doing something despite difficulties or delays.
- Feats – Accomplishments or achievements, particularly ones that require skill or effort.
- Carve out – To create or make time for something, typically through effort.
- Assignments – Tasks or projects given to someone, typically as part of academic work.
- Support – Assistance or encouragement.
- Resilience – The ability to recover from difficulties or setbacks.
- Testament – Proof or evidence of something.
- Self-motivation – The ability to push oneself to take action without needing external encouragement.
- Perspective – A particular way of looking at or understanding something.
- Adept – Skilled or proficient in a particular task or area.
- Fulfilment – A sense of satisfaction or achievement, often from accomplishing a goal.
- Reminder – A prompt or cue that brings something to mind.
Idioms and Phrases
- No easy feat – A task or challenge that is difficult to accomplish.
- Take one step at a time – To proceed gradually, focusing on one task or challenge at a time rather than feeling overwhelmed.
- Tackling each task with determination – Approaching tasks with focus and commitment, striving to overcome obstacles.
- A reminder that… – A phrase used to highlight an important lesson or realisation learned from an experience.
- Open up new doors – To create new opportunities or possibilities, often in terms of career or personal growth.
- Fresh perspective – A new or different way of understanding or looking at something.
- Sense of fulfilment – The feeling of contentment or pride that comes from achieving something meaningful.
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