Is a goals statement supposed to be boring?

[bluejay16]

I'm currently writing a goals statement for one of my applications to a master's program. I keep second guessing my words because every time I read through it, the essay sounds incredibly boring. Is there a way to write about goals without sounding too lofty, idealistic, or boring?

I need inspiration for this essay!

[butterfingers2010]

I had to write an essay that was focus on my career goals. What I did was pick out some interesting stories that demonstrate how I came to have those goals. Of course your essay should not be boring, and if it sounds like it is then you should definitely revise! You want the addcomm to remember you, so pick out something interesting that will get their attention (in a good way, of course.) I wouldn't worry about sounding too "lofty" or "idealistic" as long as you demonstrate that you know how to succeed in your field and the steps you plan on taking to get there. In my essays I talked about wanting to open my own therapy practice, for example, but obviously that goal is too lofty for a new graduate, so I also mentioned what I would like to do immediately following graduation. Grad schools want people who are ambitious and have big goals in life, so don't hold back from that! Just state it in a way that shows you know how to think logically and realistically.

[bluejay16]

Thanks jellybean24!