During the course, I realised that many of my previous grant submissions had been prepared under time pressure due to work commitments. As a result, they often felt repetitive and lacked the clarity and engagement I was aiming for. I enrolled in the Grant Writing Certificate course to develop the skills needed to create more professional, persuasive submissions that align closely with specific funding criteria. The course provided exactly that—practical guidance on structuring grant applications, tailoring content to meet assessment requirements, and writing in a more focused and effective manner. I found the examples and templates particularly helpful in building my confidence and improving the overall quality of my grant writing.