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Dear Professor Kim,

Understanding that the business world and tough economy make for a challenge in being a successful individual I have set goals and expectations that nothing comes easy but in order to achieve my goals I need build on the many talents and qualities I posses. While analyzing my strengths and also understanding my weaknesses which will certainly allow me to grow into a better individual.

Through my college courses in the college of business as well as in my workplace, I have seen and understand the importance of confidence and being self-assertive. Being aware of this, I have recognized the importance and being an area in which I need improvement. I often find myself second-guessing myself and overanalyzing aspects which therefore take a toll on my confidence. Often times I feel as though I have a lot of great insight to offer and contribute but this insight however does not get articulated well enough for everyone to understand. Often times I feel as though I am not able to clearly express the thoughts and insight I would hope to convey. Public speaking is another area in which I acknowledge in need of improvement. Letting the nuisance of knowing everyone’s attention is on me, disrupts my ability to focus and keep from stumbling over my words. I have made major improvements overtime however I still need help in projecting my voice better and focusing on delivering clear messages when I speak. Through this course’s writing assignments I have acknowledged a weakness in my writing abilities. When attempting to articulate points I am trying to convey, the lack of strong vocabulary limits the strength my writing should be reaching. While I have come to understand my areas of weakness I have also come to acknowledge that I still have great qualities that I do obtain. I excel in managing my time very diligently. I have acquired this skill through my experience in working a fulltime job while being a fulltime student. There are never enough hours in a day for me, which is why I plan my time not at school or work so diligently. I am a great active listener; I give my full attention to anyone who is speaking. I make it a priority to identify and focus on the messages said. At work I have found that this skill has allowed me to resolve many problems and concerns employees have, excelling at this skill I have seen the benefit in how at ease my coworkers approach me for assistance with their concerns. A great strength I also possess is working well in teams. This is a skill which I have developed through business courses here at Cal Poly as well as at work. I have come to understand the great importance and benefit of working in teams. Knowing this I always approach a team with an open mind to be able to be considerate to input of other teammates who share opinions different to mine. I am however aware that possessing these skills will be the key to my success now and in the future. I hope to build on those skills which I already possess, but most importantly practice and grow in those aspects which call for improvement. Allowing myself to improve the tools which will guarantee me a brighter future I feel will catapult me into a successful path. Best regards, Rebecca Serna