The following self-reflection profile essay highlights my professional and academic experiences as it relates to Gladwell’s 10,000 hour rule. Gladwell presents research from neurologist Daniel Levitin that explains “that ten thousand hours of practice is required to achieve the level of mastery associated with being a world-class expert-in anything” (Gladwell, 2008, pg. 39). Gladwell states that “outliers in a particular field reached their lofty status through a combination of ability, opportunity, and utterly arbitrary advantage” (Gladwell, 2008, pg. 37). I generally agree with Gladwell’s theory and will share many examples in my life that support his theory. However, I believe it is important to consider one’s desire to achieve excellence. Sincere interest and passion in a particular area greatly motivates an individual to succeed.
My journey begins as a young boy born to a traditional Irish and Italian American family. My parents worked multiple jobs and exhausting long hours for many years to provide the very best for our family. I grew up with my three brothers in the north end of Bridgeport, CT. My father is a former U.S. Army Reserve drill sergeant who worked in an electronic shop as he started the family auto body business that he still runs today. My mother always held multiple jobs while she attentively raised …show more content…
It seemed like the perfect next step as I was born with an inquisitive nature and fascination of the unknown. Unfortunately, at a young age, I was easily distracted by the sandy beaches and did not complete my degree. I did lose some momentum as a result, but soon regrouped and transferred to Boston University to live with my brother who was attending Harvard University. I attended some classes and later found my first technology job in Boston, which served as a timely introduction to a career in information
My journey begins as a young boy born to a traditional Irish and Italian American family. My parents worked multiple jobs and exhausting long hours for many years to provide the very best for our family. I grew up with my three brothers in the north end of Bridgeport, CT. My father is a former U.S. Army Reserve drill sergeant who worked in an electronic shop as he started the family auto body business that he still runs today. My mother always held multiple jobs while she attentively raised …show more content…
It seemed like the perfect next step as I was born with an inquisitive nature and fascination of the unknown. Unfortunately, at a young age, I was easily distracted by the sandy beaches and did not complete my degree. I did lose some momentum as a result, but soon regrouped and transferred to Boston University to live with my brother who was attending Harvard University. I attended some classes and later found my first technology job in Boston, which served as a timely introduction to a career in information