Being from a small town, I know what it's like to stay active. My parents, mentors, and coaches instilled in me two main philosophies to live by: Nothing in life comes easy, and don't ever burn your bridges. As a kid, coaches around me have also said that I'm a skilled leader; truthfully, I never knew what that meant until I came to college. However, from week one, I put more hours into my schoolwork and found more value in relationships, like professors, than in those around me. Working hard and maintaining relationships make me who I am today.As a Pre-Law student, I value soft skills a lot. I'm looking to improve these daily, from problem-solving to organizational skills to critical thinking. My experiences and volunteering shine light on the path I strive to achieve. Looking forward, I have career interests involving law practice, financial analysis, or financial advising. Finally, my next step is to gain experience in the legal industry.My Gallup Strengths are Competition, Significance, Achiever, Focus, and Discipline.