I’m originally from New England. Typically, I’m the type of person who enjoys connecting with people and growing my network. I do well in big crowds, and I'm not shy. I can be outspoken depending on how comfortable I am. I don't mind taking the lead in a group. My personality traits lean towards the analytical and driver.
Even though I do consider myself a sociable person who enjoys working with people, I also enjoy my alone time to focus, recharge, and think.
I’m both a visual and kinesthetic learner. This means I understand things by seeing them, practicing them, and repeating them. Understanding how I learn helps me plan how I approach things.
If there’s one thing I’d like to improve about myself, it would be my handwriting.
I like technology and how it changes the world. I’m not religious at all; I respect everyone’s religion and choices. I do believe there’s more to life than what we currently understand. I trust in facts and probability. I approach situations with an open mind and practicality.
I’ve always been the kind of person who enjoys learning a little bit of everything. I’ve studied psychology, sociology, anthropology, substance abuse, technical support, networking, science, business, art history, English, communication, and more. Each subject interested me in a different way, and I never felt like I wanted to limit myself to just one field.
At the time I was choosing my degree, I realized something about myself—I like variety. Liberal Studies made sense for me because it allowed me to explore many areas instead of forcing myself into only one.
I sometimes explain it with a simple example. I love Chinese food, but sometimes I want pizza too. I wouldn’t want to eat the same thing for the rest of my life. Learning is the same way for me. I enjoy exploring different ideas, perspectives, and skills.
That curiosity and openness to different fields is a big part of my personality and how I approach both work and life.
I’m a straightforward and dependable person who values honesty, respect, and accountability. When a challenge arises, I’m comfortable taking the lead, making decisions, and following through to achieve results.
I believe people should treat one another with dignity and professionalism. I enjoy humor and good conversation, but I have little tolerance for bullying, disrespect, or behavior that puts others down. If I make a mistake, I own it, apologize, and work to do better.
Since childhood, I’ve believed in standing up for others and helping those who may not have a voice. Those values continue to guide both my personal and professional life.
I prefer clear, direct communication over unnecessary complexity. I enjoy meaningful conversations, exchanging ideas, solving problems, and learning from different perspectives.
Outside of work, I enjoy photography, travel, technology, writing, gaming, music, and exploring new places. I rarely drink, do not smoke, and generally prefer a quiet evening with good music, a project, or a good conversation.
One quality I value above all else is honesty. Trust is important to me, and I believe strong relationships are built on openness, integrity, and mutual respect.
Throughout my life, I’ve been shaped by the people I’ve met, the relationships I’ve built, and the experiences that pushed me to grow. I would say I grew up in rough neighborhoods. I have witnessed many great things in life and also bad things. I’ve learned from mentors with formal education and from others with no education at all, but each one had something valuable to offer. Along the way, I’ve picked up lessons from mechanics, plumbers, electricians, painters, roofers, counselors, computer techs, worshippers, lawyers, politicians, DJs, rappers, graffiti artists, barbers, addicts, and hustlers. Some of these people are no longer part of my life, but their influence stuck with me and taught me something that still matters.
My Life’s lessons haven’t come from classrooms or job titles only. They’ve come from the relationships I've had, conversations with people that opened my mind, online gaming, and everyday moments that forced me to think. Some of the most important lessons in my life have also come from very bad situations I’ve lived through or witnessed firsthand. Every person I’ve crossed paths with, whether for a moment or a lifetime, has left an imprint on my values, my work ethic, and how I move through the world. It's not pretty, but that's the reality of my life.
A few years ago, I suffered a brutal, life-altering accident. After the two painful operations back to back, doctors recommended six months to a year recovery. I was immobile, but I knew I could not sit around idle. I did not take the pain meds because I did not want to be zooned out. I did not want to become addicted; I tolerated that pain raw.
Instead of spending my recovery time inactive, I figured this would probably be the perfect time to go back to school and finish my degree. The next day, out of the hospital, that is what I did. It wasn’t an easy process at all. There were days when I was in such pain and fatigue, but somehow just did it; little by little, and I just... did the work.
This was a major turning point in my life. An unexpected detour ultimately became the driving force that pushed me to complete my academic journey.
I hope my experience can inspire others to find strength in unexpected places and turn difficult chapters into achievements.