Wednesday, November 17, 2010

Influential and Conscientious


Last week we had done a class activity which was a test that told us what kind of leader/manager we are.  The test consisted of 28 questions in which we answered questions based on what we felt were the personality traits least and most associated with us.  In the beginning I was looking for a trend depending on what kind of letters I had picked to see if there was any correlation but it was pointless.  It was fun going through the whole process because I never thought about myself with being associated with the words given on the test, so I had a chance to see what kind of person I was.  The four ways we could have been classified was being a Dominant, Influential, Steady, and Conscientious type. 
            My dominant type was I.  It states that I make a favorable impression when I am in contact with people.  I am articulate with my words and generate enthusiasm.  Also it says that I create a motivational environment and entertain people.  I believe this type works well with me because it defines the kind of person I am.  Rather than being more demanding and direct in a leadership situation I like to be friendly to convey a message to get things done.  I am a sociable person and use my words as a means for people to cling onto my ideas and instructions.  I was also classified as being the C type.  I find myself to fit in well with this category.  It says my “emphasis is on working conscientiously within existing circumstances to ensure quality and emphasis”.  It says that I am a person who concentrates on key details and is very analytical.  I happen to be very analytical indeed.  I’m a person who really enjoys math, so being precise, accurate; systematic is a way I already am.   I am diplomatic and like dealing with people’s issues to resolve conflicts. 

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

The Power of Vision


Growing up I had a lot of visions in life.  Looking back now I’d say it wasn’t that serious.  A lot of it was just a dream for the most part but back then it’s what I had really wanted at the time.  But I realize now that without action this vision cannot be completed.  To play in the NBA, requires a lot of dedication, it’s what I wanted when I was young, but sadly just a dream.  My parents always wanted me to be a doctor but I was just about confused all the way straight through senior year of high school.  I didn’t know what I wanted, but I wanted to enter the world of business. Therefore I ended up at Baruch College. 
           
I have always had a strong interest in math.  I decided to look into the field of actuarial sciences and I am pretty set on making this my career.  I hope to pursue a career as an actuary.  A vision I have is two have completed the first couple actuarial exams before I graduate and land a job at an insurance company.  I will need to study extensively to achieve this.

            Another vision I have is being financial stable by the time I get married.  I want to be able to support my wife and any kids I shall I have.  I want my family to live a comfortable life.  I would also like my parents to retire so I can provide for them as well and have them live comfortably as well.  To achieve this I will dedicate a lot of time into my career. 

A third vision I have is to give back to my community.  I want to help others through services I can provide through a non-profit organization.  Getting one started would be a great feeling for me.  To achieve this I would like to be in the in the later years of my career. This would be a change and a different path in my career so I experience new things.