Common English Mistakes in Personal Statements by Italian Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Italian speakers from Italy when writing a Personal Statement in English.

Mistake Example #1

Confusing singular and plural nouns

I am writing to express my interest in the position of marketing manager at your company. I have always been passionate about marketing strategy and have developed strong skills in this area over the years. My experience in various projects haves equipped me with the necessary knowledge to contribute effectively to your team.

Text corrected by:
Camille, Maryland, USA

"There were a few errors in the use of singular vs. plural that I have addressed. Good luck! "

I am writing to express my interest in the position of marketing manager at your company. I have always been passionate about marketing strategy and have developed strong skills in this area over the years. My experience in various projects has equipped me with the necessary knowledge to contribute effectively to your team.

I am writing to express my interest in the position of marketing manager at your company. I have always been passionate about marketing strategy and have developed strong skill in this area over the years. My experience in various project have equipped me with the necessary knowledge to contribute effectively to your team.

Mistake Example #2

Overuse of passive voice

As a dedicated professional with a strong background in marketing, it isI believed by me that my skills and experiences will be a valuable addition to your team. My career has been marked by numerous successful campaigns, and it wasI ensuredby me that each project was completed on time and within budget. TI greatly desire the opportunity to contribute to your companyis greatly desired by me, and it isI hoped that my application will be considered favorably.

Text corrected by:
Miss E., Cyprus, Europe

"Please be mindful of your overuse of passive voice. For example, "it is believed by me" should be "I believe that" and "it was ensured by me" should be "I ensured"."

As a dedicated professional with a strong background in marketing, I believe that my skills and experiences will be a valuable addition to your team. My career has been marked by numerous successful campaigns, and I ensured that each project was completed on time and within budget. I greatly desire the opportunity to contribute to your company, and I hope that my application will be considered favorably.

As a dedicated professional with a strong background in marketing, it is believed by me that my skills and experiences will be a valuable addition to your team. My career has been marked by numerous successful campaigns, and it was ensured by me that each project was completed on time and within budget. The opportunity to contribute to your company is greatly desired by me, and it is hoped that my application will be considered favorably.

Mistake Example #3

Using direct translations from Italian (e.g., 'We see us tomorrow' instead of 'See you tomorrow')

I am writing to express my interest forin the position of Marketing Specialist inat your esteemed company. I have always been passionate about communication and creativity, and I believe that my skills will bring agreat value to your team. We sSee yous inat the interview, and; I am excited to discuss how I can contribute to the success of your company.

Text corrected by:
Miss E., Cyprus, Europe

"Please be mindful of errors such as the following: "my interest for the position" should be "my interest in the position" and "We see us in the interview" should be "See you at the interview"."

I am writing to express my interest in the position of Marketing Specialist at your esteemed company. I have always been passionate about communication and creativity, and I believe that my skills will bring great value to your team. See you at the interview; I am excited to discuss how I can contribute to the success of your company.

I am writing to express my interest for the position of Marketing Specialist in your esteemed company. I have always been passionate about communication and creativity, and I believe that my skills will bring a great value to your team. We see us in the interview, and I am excited to discuss how I can contribute to the success of your company.