Essays / An essay / sketch about myself; how to get over using "I" so often [5]

Hi There

I am currently studying towards a diploma in events planning. My first module is to write an essay about myself. I should reflect on my experiences, education, interests, goals, plans, strengths and weaknesses and so on

This is all very well and good however it seems so strange to write an essay about myself.

I find the work "I" creeping up everywere and it feels like I'm just repeating myself.

I just need some guidence, would you considder this to be the correct way to write an essay?

I have brain stormed, written a structure and have now put, well, finger to key board. I have been printing it off a few times and gone through it again with red pen.

I just can't get over using "I" so often

What are your thoughts, I would really appreciate your assistance.