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Adrian's work combines: Business, Writing, and Problem Solving
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Central Magnet High School
Bachelor's Degree
International Finance
University of Connecticut
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators:
High School
Bachelor's Degree: International Finance
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Life & Career Milestones
I've taken a lot of twists and turns
1.
My goal was to get a full ride to college, which created a sense of diligence and aspiration for me.
2.
I made the decision to search for an internship to get an early start on my career.
3.
I accepted and completed successful internships with a Fortune 500 Company.
4.
I searched for a job offer in a respected corporate program prior to receiving my degree.
5.
Experiencing a layoff from my first job exposed me to the potential hardships of a career.
6.
Search diligently and network with professionals to help find another job.
7.
I completed several temporary assignments and worked at jobs much different from my past experience.
8.
Do not quit. Understand that tough situations are temporary, and learning perseverance usually wins.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Society in general:
You always studied business and worked with numbers so you should stick with that. You probably won't find a successful that job that you will like outside of your field.
How I responded:
There is no correct one-way to get to a destination. Many people fear going outside their comfort zone, but that is what is needed to advance and develop yourself. Even when a person feels like it is too late or too difficult to achieve a goal, the only thing that it stopping you is self-doubt. Some paths may be more difficult, but the more adversity you experience along the way will make you a stronger and wiser individual which can help you get through the difficult or overwhelming times.