<p>How can you talk about yourself in your essays without sounding like you are bragging? For example, I want to major in finance, and I would like to put in there that I took $2,000 and invested it to over $8,000. This would show my interest in investing and my ability (somewhat). But, I am not sure how to mention this without sounding like I am sorta bragging or have a heightened view of myself.</p>
<p>Anyone have an idea?</p>
<p>You just have to have some humility. Play down the accomplishment and try to be a little modest. Don't just list "I took $2,000 to $8,000." That's pompous. Create the background. Then, use details to discuss. Details play down the pompousness for the most part.</p>
<p>And have family (if you're comfortable!) and close friends read it. Close friends will tell you flat out if your essay is pompous, I hope. Or if it sounds like you.</p>