Monday, November 24, 2008

DISC

After completing the test, my score gauged me to be Dominant. I think that it was a pretty accurate reflection of my personality. I like to solve problems, cause action and like immediate results. I also love a good challenge. I work best best in an environment that have opportunities for advancement as well as new activities. It is more stimulating and engaging to work in a non-repititious environment. I am happy with the results because I think it does accurately describe my management orientation. Looking at the other personality traits, I would best define myself as dominant. Influence would not define me since I would prefer getting things done on my own rather than depending on my social skills toward others. I am not very detail oriented, so conscientiousness would not describe me either. The next best profile that would define me is steadiness, since I like consistency. However, overall, dominance does suit me best.

Thursday, November 6, 2008

***Vision***

Although the vision we saw was a bit repetitive (and eventually a weeeee boring), it was inspiring. Vision + action is empowering toward everyone's future. The following are my future personal and career goals:

-continue working for UBS (where I currently intern) after graduation
-receive a MBA in Finance
-see the world
-be financially secure, all on my own (secure enough for the big house, nice car and good lifestyle)
-enjoy and be happy doing all of the above

I am determined to live a very comfortable lifestyle in the future. Beyond graduating, I think having the right connections, determination and opportunity is essential. I am currently interning at UBS Financial Services (wealth management division) and I see the advisors I work for making very good money and enjoying themselves while doing it. I hope that by commiting my time there will pay off. I think that doors are opening slowly since my boss asked me yesterday if I would like to continue with UBS after graduation. With the job market as bad as it currently is, this opportunity would definitely help me get to where I want to be. I am willing to strive to show not just my advisors, but everyone around me I am determined to learn. Staying later, asking relevant questions and absorbing what I learn will get me to where I want to be. My 'go-getter' attitude will hopefully eventually make my vision become my reality.