First, I thought long and hard about my character. I have been told that I am optimistic, genuine, assiduous, empathetic, and approachable. Without doubt, I have some negative characteristics; however, I choose to not mention those. Hopefully, you will understand why as you read on. Secondly, I believe with an open mind and an open heart. I understand that not everyone …show more content…
Like I said before, my mother was my greatest influence. She always said “you get in life what you put into it.” In other words, if you lie, you will be lied to. If you cheat, you will be cheated on, etc. She started teaching me this at an early age as one particular instance comes to mind. As a little girl of four or five years old, I stole a candy bar from the grocery store. My mother caught me and made me take it back to the store and apologize to the clerk and manager which taught me the emotional consequences of my actions and being honesty. Another force was my first job. I had given a customer too much change while working the register of a fast food restaurant. The customer advised me of my error and gave it right back in which made me feel grateful for their honesty. I learned from my mistake and have been more diligent in handling money ever since. Now, as a customer, I verify my change and give back any discrepancies because I have empathy for others. I would not want my actions of keeping the money to be the reason for the termination of an