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Essay / My Personal Statement and Story - 555
Every person has a story that is so critical; it reveals their identity and shows the infrastructure of their personality. The story of my life, the transitions I went through, from a kid with low self-esteem, obsessed with football, who had no sense of responsibility or commitment, to the person I am Today. “Money brings everything,” that’s what I thought; “Money can do anything,” that’s what I said. Then realizing that money is not a guarantee of success woke me up. Growing up in a middle class family certainly had its advantages, luckily what I lacked money couldn't buy. When I look back at myself a few years ago, I can only see an innocent boy, who didn't appreciate what he had or understand his true potential. The story began at Eureka, Kuwait's famous electronics store. I worked as a junior salesperson during the holy month of Ramadan. Staying focused was demanding, especially when working for 6 hours straight while fasting. Respect for many less privileged people grew significantly from that point on. My experience working at Eureka sparked a feeling...