During the application season, I made a conscious decision not to fixate solely on standardized test scores—though I certainly didn't let my guard down. Instead, I focused my energy on a critical question: 'As someone aspiring to build a career in Data Science, where are the gaps in my current skill tree?'
With this in mind, I reviewed my past experiences, ranging from academic research to previous internships. Rather than simply listing tasks, I focused on articulating the problem-solving logic behind my work and demonstrating exactly how I leveraged data to drive decision-making.