14A Halfway Reflection

1) Tenaciousness is a competency. What are the behaviors that you have used (or developed) to keep up with the requirements of this course?

During the beginning of each week, I usually open Canvas and see what assignments are due for the week. Throughout the week, I do as much as I can to complete them. I usually get majority of my work done on Friday afternoons since that’s when I’m mostly available. Time management is definitely important for this course because the assignments require various components such as conducting interviews, reading books, and developing your own opportunity.

2) Tenaciousness is also about attitude. Talk about a moment or two when you felt like "giving up." What pulled you through? Do you feel like you've developed a tenacious attitude during the past two months? What experience or experiences most contributed to this?

I remember during the week of my first Financial Accounting exam, I had a lot of events going on academically and personally. I felt like I could no longer function. I even got really sick due to a high amount of stress that I had acquired. Fortunately, I was able to pull through with the help of a good friend of mine. We had a great conversation on how to effectively utilize my time during the week. I started planning out every day by writing what I needed to do at a certain time. Over the past two months, I can proudly say that I have gained a tenacious attitude. After reflecting back on the main reason I came to UF, I was reminded of my ambition to achieve the impossible.

3) Three tips. What are three tips you would offer next semester's student about (1) fostering the skills that support tenacity and (2) developing the 'tenacious mindset' ?

a.     My first piece of advice would be to remain patient. You don’t want to overwhelm yourself with a rigorous class schedule while getting involved in multiple student organizations. There will be time in the future to do some of those things. You don’t want to be physically, mentally, and emotionally distress.

b.     You can develop a tenacious mindset by reflecting on your goals as to why you came to UF in the first place. Don’t get sidetracked by anything that may negatively affect the route you are pursuing.

c.     Be humble when applying for various positions. Everyone at UF came in with similar accolades. Determine the reason why you’d like to get involved in something and be yourself during the application and interview process.