7_TomS

Dear Professor Kim,

There are many characteristics that are a necessity to succeed in the business world. But first I would like to define success. To some, success means to make millions of dollars, finish school and working in corporate with a decent salary, or even being lucky to have a job. The meaning of success is ambiguous. To me, succeeding does not primary have to do with any of these definitions. Succeeding to me means that by the end of my college term, I would be able to support myself fully and be financially independent from my parents.

There are a few things that are needed for me to succeed in the business world. The first thing has to be your confidence level. This trait is almost impossible to teach but the most important. With the mind set of stepping out of your boundaries and attacking the world is significant. Having no fear in any situation in the workforce can really push you forward not just in the business realm, but in life as well. This can range from going into interviews, working on company projects, or even landing a million dollar business deal. It is the utmost importance to be confident and trust in yourself.

Communication is the obvious characteristic that is much needed as well. Clearly speaking to others with a optimistic personality can turn heads. Being able to hold a conversation with colleagues and associates is extremly critical. This trait truly sets people apart from each other. I believe that this element goes hand in hand with your posture as well. How you dress and carry yourself is very overlooked. You always want to dress professional and according to events as well. Others will notice these small details which can help mold you into the perfect businessman or businesswoman.

The last point I would like to present is the pure passion of whatever career you pursue. Its is so critical that you find a job that you are in love with. It is however, common for over 50% of Americans to hate their job. If you ever want to be successful in the business world, you would have to wake up every morning and want to go to work. Some other characteristics that are essential but do not need much interpretation would be you as a business person need to keep an open mind. It is always important to keep trying to improve yourself. Business is so big and broad that its undeniably impossible to learn everything.

I believe that I have most of these traits listed above but there is always room for improvement. I think that being in school has really taught me about what’s out there in the real world but you never know until you have been out there. No one is perfect especially me. Even though I feel that I have these qualities, they are immensely far from perfect. But, I think that if not just me, but everyone worked on these elements, it would make them a better business person and help them “succeed” in their future endeavors.

Best Regards,

Spencer Tom