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My major now is exploratory, but I know what major and career I am interested in. I am considering in careers such as an accountant, financial analysts, financial examiners and financial manager. My dad is a successful businessman, which makes me want to pursue in the similar career as him. As I was growing up, he had taught me several things about business, such as how to interact with others during a meeting, and what preparatory work are required before becoming a business person. He also told me that in order to be successful, I should not be afraid of failing, and should not give up on anything. I have heard my dad said these two things a lot, so I think they are what I value today. In my junior year in high school, I started to take business

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