I am Irum Arif, a teacher and a CSS 2023 written qualifier. I have always been interested in improving my English writing and speaking skills, which increased during my CSS journey. I joined Sir Syed Kazim Ali’s extensive English essay and precis course to sharpen my English essay and precis writing, aiming to clear the exam with shining colours.

How has your experience with Sir Syed Kazim Ali transformed your English writing skills, particularly in essay and precis writing?

My experience with Sir Kazim has been great. Starting from Basic English to competitive Essay writing, I have learnt a lot from his structured approach. Moreover, his in-depth evaluation of the tasks further enhanced my chance of clearing the exam. I am now able to articulate my thoughts in writing efficiently.

What specific challenges were you facing in your preparation for your CSS, PMS, or Descriptive exams before you joined Sir Kazim’s course, and how did his teaching help you overcome them?

Before joining Sir Kazim’s course, I could not grasp the gist of the topic and write according to the essay’s requirements. Indeed, his clear guidance helped me overcome this issue and made my writing up to the mark. I started building arguments with examples and justification, which is essential for conveying a justified point of view to the examiner.

Describe the unique aspects of Sir Kazim’s teaching methods that set him apart from other English writing coaches.

As we know, the internet is flooded with CSS and PMS English coaches. However, Sir Kazim’s teaching and coaching are exceptional. Along with a logical approach, he emphasizes critical thinking. Additionally, his thorough evaluation cannot be found in any other teacher. He used to have an online class where he evaluated each student’s work extensively, guiding them through mistakes and appreciating their improvements.

How did Sir Kazim’s feedback and personalized attention contribute to your success in competitive exams like CSS, PMS, Descriptive, or your professional life?

Sir Kazim’s feedback after evaluation, undoubtedly, helped me clear the CSS Essay and precis in the CSS 2023 written exam with shining colours. In fact, with each evaluated assignment, I saw myself reeling closer to my goal. Additionally, I also made progress in other subjects, as my writing improved and upgraded.

In what ways did Sir Kazim’s course improve your confidence in writing structured, high-quality essays and precis or blogs, etc.?

Sir Kazim’s course helped me write comprehensive and well-structured essays. Undoubtedly, his ideas and suggestions for writing a coherent introduction and a logical, well-proven concluding paragraph helped me create a good piece of work.

What specific techniques or strategies did you learn from Sir Kazim that you still use today in your writing?

The most valuable strategy taught by Sir Kazim that I still utilize today is to write a critical analysis. Accordingly, jotting down information is not a major target of a well-structured essay, but analyzing it by giving your point of view is also essential.

How would you describe Sir Kazim’s role in helping you achieve your academic and professional goals?

Sir Kazim’s course has not only helped me master English writing skills but also helped me grow professionally. His keen interest in polishing my teaching skills helped me become the teacher I always dreamed of being.

What kind of success have you achieved after completing Sir Kazim’s course? Can you provide specific examples of how his teachings impacted your exam results or life?

After completing Sir Kazim’s course, I passed the written portion of the CSS exam. Moreover, my professional teaching skills also increased, helping me teach my students more comprehensively and logically.

Would you recommend Sir Kazim to other students preparing for CSS, PMS, or other competitive exams? If so, why?

Of course, I would recommend Sir Kazim to other aspirants. He is an excellent mentor devoted to his students and never hesitates to make extra efforts to improve their weak areas.

How did Cssprepforum, Howfiv, and Howtests websites help you learn English writing skills, and what are your reviews about these websites?

During my CSS journey, I received great assistance from the websites CSSPrepForum, Howfiv, and Howtest. Undeniably, they helped me quickly overview not only the critical English Essays but also enabled me to ace Pakistan Affairs and Current Affairs.

What else did you learn from Sir Kazim’s classes other than English?

Apart from English writing, I learnt many things from Sir Kazim.

• Writing high-scoring answers in other subjects, such as Pakistan Affairs and Current Affairs
• Time management
• Passion and dedication towards life goals
• Group work