My Self-Awareness score was 6, which suggests I know my strengths and weaknesses fairly well, but I still have room to grow. The biggest challenge I see is in Social Awareness, where I scored only 2. This shows I sometimes struggle to understand others’ emotions or respond with empathy.

This test reminded me how important it is to not only manage myself, but also connect with people around me. I plan to work on my listening skills and empathy so I can build stronger, more supportive relationships

Second, I worked on my MS Office skills, especially Word and Excel. I watched 15 helpful YouTube videos and completed 25% of an Excel course. I also asked my roommates to give feedback while I practised. Now I can use charts, formulas, and tools more easily and feel more confident doing everyday tasks.

Finally, I focused on my IELTS Listening. By practicing 30 minutes daily and doing full tests, I improved my understanding of different accents and feel more confident listening to complex audio.

For example, before my Introduction to Management Accounting exam on March 17, I broke the topics into smaller sections and studied one part each day. For coursework like Academic and Employment Skills, I started two weeks early to have enough time to edit before uploading.

I also used the Pomodoro technique—studying for 25 minutes and resting for 5—to stay focused and avoid burnout. Overall, these strategies helped me stay organized, reduce stress, and complete tasks on time. Though it was not easy, I believe my time management has improved, and I now feel more confident facing deadlines. These skills will be useful not only in university, but also in my future job.