Personal Statement

Up until my senior year in high school, I have been interested in various things that range from art to technology; the topic of business was also an interest of mine. However, once I graduated from high school, I realized that I was even more interested in the field of business. Business has always found its way back into my life. Ultimately, I decided that I wanted to pursue a degree in business for the long run. The major that I am most interested in is management; more specifically, the human resource management sector. Management, in reference to human resources, is interesting to me for three reasons. First, I enjoy working with other individuals, especially in team settings. Second, organization is a task that I have always believed in. Human resources includes being very organized and on

I identified this particular skill as one I would like to improve because I know that I lack a certain confidence factor when it comes to speaking in particular when I have to speak in front of a large crowd. As of right now, I know that I am capable of speaking in front of people. However, I do not feel confident when I am speaking and because of this I am not able to deliver my best while presenting. Throughout this semester in Business 103, I have developed more of my speaking skills through our various formal/informal presentations. Additionally, activities, such as the resume critique, enabled my speaking skills because I was in frequent communication with a fellow classmate. Overall, polishing my speaking skills will contribute to my personal success because I will be able to lead important tasks, such as giving oral presentations in front of my staff members and other people that I may come in contact with without fear. I will be confident enough, therefore allowing me to communicate my ideas/presentation