I am a senior at Appalachian State University intending on majoring in Business Management through the Walker College of Business. Ever since I was a kid, managing a company was a dream of mine. It is now coming to a reality. The skills that I have learned, put me in a position that not only makes me stand out but is where I need to be. Hard work and determination are key aspects in defining who I am. I realized business management was right for me at an early age. I learned a lot from my family's Christmas tree farm. The most important skills I learned were teamwork and communicating effectively with customers. Learning to work with others as a team and to put customer needs first before anything is huge in the business world.