Application Essay My diverse skill set will enhance the campus of The University Wisconsin Whitewater. As an individual, I make the most of my god given skills through a positive attitude while also being a positive influence on others. Effort is one of the only things you can control throughout your life. With all the twists and turns life throws at you, effort will always be an aspect you can control. Effort is an attribute that can’t be taught. It comes from motivation within yourself and the drive you possess. I love displaying the work ethic I possess while inspiring others to do the same to dig deeper and find their motivation. My drive typically comes through sports. All it really comes down to is how do you achieve your goals with the skills and talents you have been given. I am where I am today through the persistent effort I put in everyday. I take pride in the the work ethic that been developing my whole life. Every time a task is given, I am able to showcase this very specific skill. An example of how my …show more content…
I have always had a big heart for every type of person. I was successful in my first job as a youth basketball instructor, as I was able to show patience and compassion. As a “youth basketball instructor” for our town’s Rec Dept, going into my first day I had no idea what to expect. I had experience my little brother for 10 years, so I was confident I could work with young children. First, what I needed to learn is that there are different ways of explaining a basketball skill so a kindergarten could understand it. This skill I know will come in handy at the University of Wisconsin- Whitewater and future careers. My compassion really shines through when I am around children. The children I taught were just big bundles of excitement ready to learn. I knew I was a role model in all of their eyes, so I wanted to be a positive influence in their