Topic > My Personal Statement and Background Story - 555

Every person has a background story that is very important; it reveals their identity and shows the infrastructure of their personality. The story of my life, the transitions I went through, from being a child with low self-esteem, obsessed with football, who had no sense of responsibility or commitment to the person I am today. “Money brings everything” was what I thought; “Money can do anything” was what I said. Next, realizing that money is not an indicator of success woke me up. Growing up in a middle class family definitely had its advantages, fortunately what I lacked money I couldn't buy. When I think back to myself a few years ago I can only see an innocent boy, who neither appreciated what he had nor understood his true potential. The story began in Eureka, the famous electronics store in Kuwait. I worked as a junior salesman during the holy month of Ramadan. Maintaining focus was challenging, especially when working for 6 hours straight while fasting. Respect for many less privileged individuals grew enormously from that point on. My work experience at Eureka ignited meaning...