-          He’s very selfless. He prioritized comforting his family and his girlfriend over his own needs when his brother moved to California with them

-          Love his aspiration to own his own coffee shop, be a pianist in it, and be in the spotlight (lol)

Looking back: You used humor and relatability to tell a story about responsibility, tough decisions and dedication to the people you love. What impressed me the most is even with the heavy burden of having to take care of everyone around you you show incredibly empathy for your brother, your wife and your son. You take on challenges with a natural courage – making all your stories not those of adversity or sadness but of resilience.

Vision: Looking forward to your piano skills in all casts after all that build up! Your vision showed your depth of thought and consideration for others. Any organization would be lucky to have a person like you on their team.

Vision: Love the vision of such a rich life with many loved ones and so many passions. With so many things being pursued, you can never be discontent or dismayed because when one thing is down, the other things will pick you up.

You’re frank and don’t sugarcoat anything. Your energy is awesome, and it’s inspiring how you just roll with the punches and don’t let adversity get in your way.

Looking Back

Your story really helped connect the dots of your aspirations and life today. Your scrappiness and loyalty are impressive and so genuine. I’d love to be on a team with you and know I can depend on you.

Aware

Throughout PLI, it’s apparent you’re quite self-aware, and that awareness certainly has helped you be an effective leader, father, friend, etc. I really loved your highlighting the fact you enjoy the spotlight because there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that and it just shows your awareness.

• Goal-oriented, introspective, comfortable with vulnerability

• A little bit harsh on himself because of the internship experience but still very resilient

Looking back:

• It is evident that you carry great responsibilities on your shoulders. You are very resilient and introspective. As result, you are a great dad, truly caring for his family

• I really admired you for your ability to overcome obstacles throughout your life, remained positive and empathetic, and continue to strive

• You are a great story-teller

Leadership Statement & Vision:

• I loved your points around bridging the gap between cultures and being in the spotlight. It was touching to hear your dream about opening a coffee shop and playing the piano for it

Personal Qualities:

• Responsible: It is evident throughout your stories and vision that you have a lot of responsibilities. What is admiring is your positive attitude, sense of humor, and selflessness towards your family, friends, and life decisions

• Empathetic: The ability to understand and share others' feelings come natural to you. You also put a lot of effort into being inclusive and loyal to the people around you. Just like your strength "woo", people are drawn towards you because of your authenticity and genuine nature

• Introspective: You are very in tune with your emotions, your values, and your strengths, and you make sure they are reflected in the decisions you make and the goals you strive for

 No, you have not mentioned an affinity for hiking – but what you have decided to do and the way you have approached life inspires me almost to the same degree.

You came to the US as a child alone. You did not complain but took advantage of every opportunity. You raised your brother, you are raising your son Liam, you are building a home, you are finding a new job and bettering yourself, you are expressing creativity, and you are supporting your wife’s dreams. To me, that sounds like one hell of a mountain to climb… I look at you with a lot of admiration and respect.

I also think of the story you told after you fell off the bike and looked up at the moon.

Moon: You are well balanced and well rounded – you have a gravitational pull that draws people in and makes them feel seen, appreciated, and joyful when near you. The story you told around feeling alone and overcoming adversity in the US when you looked up at the moon is one I won’t soon forget.

Giver: In getting to know you, it is clear you put the needs of others above your own on a daily basis. Whether it be friends, family, or colleagues – I think people are lucky to have you in their life.

Visions: Loved that you led with how you are going to support your wife. Those of us with JVs can all learn from your example!

Genuine, authentic, a great storyteller. You look calm but also has a power and energy deep in your heart. Hoped you can find the right personality test in this class.

Class 3 Looking Back Exercise

You are a great storyteller who can show rather than tell. I was able to imagine every scene of your story. And I felt like those memories have grown up yourself into a genuine, mature person.

Class 7 Vision board/Leadership Statement

You did a great job of telling a beautiful story about your future life. There is always love for your family and love for people around you in your stories. I believe you are already a great, warmhearted Kellogg leader.

3 Keywords: Inclusive, unpretentious, authentic

The word 'inclusive' from your list of five strengths consistently comes to mind when I reflect on words to characterize you. Your openness to others and deliberate avoidance of hasty judgments are truly thoughtful and admirable. It's evident that your life experiences, both the highs and lows, have shaped the person you are today—a person with a lot of stories to share, yet you do so without a hint of pretension. Additionally, I perceive a soul in a love for music, arts, and self-expression, adding layers to your authenticity.

You evoke the spirit of both Santa Claus and Rudolph (choosing between them was a delightful challenge!), the seasonal superstars. You are the anticipated and deeply trusted figure for your family like Santa Claus ,and simultaneously, the one who illuminates the stage with a positive energy, much like Rudolph.🎅

I mat you in improv class and thought you were really funny and smart person from the ideas that you came up with instantly.

Reflection:

You are a great storyteller. I couldn’t wait to hear what happens next throughout your entire story. I could also feel your love for your little brother.

Vision:

I could see that you are empathetic, and humorous person that everyone would love to work with and work for. You will make a great leader. I also love your retirement plan. I would love to visit your bar and listen to you playing the piano!

Your role as a pillar in your family is truly commendable, especially when you stepped up to raise your younger brother in your 20s. Way to step up when your family needs you! When you shared your looking back story during the looking back exercise your passion and gratitude really showed. You are multi-talented and not afraid to share it. Your boldness in theater performance is an impressive trait you possess. You cherish joy and express it through various talents, such as playing the piano. I greatly admire your eagerness to explore your leadership style and your ability to juggle being a father, partner, and student while finding joy in the various roles you play.

My First Impression: When I first met you, I thought that you were a nice person because you kindly let me try your scooter when I shared that I hadn’t used an electric one before. Whenever I’d see you, you’d often be with your family, so I knew that you really cherished and valued them.

My Hope for Your Future:  I hope you persist in making your family proud while also finding time to relish the things you love, like theater and basketball. May you discover a career that offers balance and successfully achieve your goal of utilizing your experience to assist people who are new to the U.S. acclimate to life here.