1) I believe I am a very unique person. There are a variety of the things that make me different from others. First off, I am an only child. Being an only child in our generation is not common. I am one of the few only children that I know. Another thing that separates me from others is my compassionate attitude. I grew up with my mom and my grandfather, they taught me growing up to listen to others and to show compassion for everyone. I was always taught to treat others the way that I want to be treated.
2) All of my interviews were very similar. For this part of the assignment I interviewed my three roommates and two other guys in my fraternity. Joey, Trevor, Emilio, Jackson, and Peter all believe that my best qualities are my hardworking mentality, my devotion to anything that I am actively working on, and my ability to listen to others. Each of my friends believe that I am very smart, both in school and in "street smarts." Finally, each of my friends emphasized that I am one of the nicest guys that they know and am always someone that they can talk to when they need help.
3) After conducting the interviews, I have determined that my friends see me in a very similar way as I see myself. I have always taken pride in being a good person to others, especially ones who have done no wrong to me. I do not think I would change anything from part one after doing the interviews because most of what the interviewee's said about me was in coherence with what I said about myself. The only thing that was different that my friends said about me that I was not expecting was my hardworking mentality. I have always tried to work hard on assignments and tasks that I must complete, however, I never saw that as a quality that defines me. It makes me feel really good about myself that my friends see myself that way.
Hi Max,
ReplyDeleteWow, that is very uncommon to be an only child! It is such a different lifestyle! Personally, I have a sister that I grew up with and she has taught me so much in life. Both my parents and my older sister have influenced my life greatly. Myself and all of those that I interviewed are very hardworking and come from very compassionate families. I as well was able to conclude that my friends view me in a similar way that I view myself. I feel really great about it also.
Great work Max!
Hi Max!
ReplyDeleteFrom what I can see, you are someone with a lot of emotional intelligence. I believe that is as much important as having a high intelligence quotient. Being empathic, that is, understanding what people feel and need as well as have the ability to make people comfortable with you (since you are a good listener), it is something that will help you not only in the professional world but also in the personal one. Being a good boss, a good friend, a good father, among others, entails being caring and compassionate. And you are a hard worker as well, better impossible!
Have a nice day!
Blanca
Hey Max,
ReplyDeleteI like the qualities that you stated, they are unique and can give you an advantage that others do not have. The way you grew up and the things you were taught from your family definitely have an impact on who you are and what you are like. I think it's great that your mom and grandfather taught you qualities that are very important in life.
Hi Max,
ReplyDeleteI'm a fellow only child too! Being compassionate is huge in any industry, and within any role. No one wants to be treated unfairly or without understanding. As an entrepreneur, having compassion will attract people who will follow you and the idea you believe in. Despite self-funding, sometimes it takes a village to help a new opportunity flourish.