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It's one of those things that only happen once a year or twice if you're Chinese. Whether with friends or family, it's all about having a good time. Wednesday was the date of the celebration for a dear friend, Angela. But that evening was extra special for me because I met someone unexpectedly. It was as if I had awakened from a deep sleep. It has been quite a while since I have thought about making myself available because ever since the last time, I've been very goal oriented. I am exceptionally proud of myself for what I have accomplished during this period of time away, and I owe this to my family, friends and a special thanks to God. I realize that I'm very fortunate to have loving parents and very good friends who have put up with me for a long time.
Looking back, I realize that sometimes, I haven't treated some of my friends very well because of the way I acted. I was boastful and arrogant because I used to think that I knew everything. Sometimes, I was inconsiderate and made my own decisions because I had the power to. But the element that even frightened me was how I had the guts to stand at the edge of a cliff. Time has the ability to change the way we think and feel. I promised myself that I would be different.
I knew that I couldn't live like that anymore and that I must change. I have regained that peaceful life that I once lived and all is well. I can sustain myself financially, and have continued to invest in my future. Working at Royal Bank was one of the best decisions that I have made. RBC not only gave me a chance to work, but an opportunity to meet all the right people who would ultimately influence the direction I will take in my future.
In the long run, I see myself reaching my goal of being a portfolio manager. I am happy for the fact that I have completed the Canadian Securities Course and continued to challenge myself with the Professional Financial Planning Course. I hope that by the end of this term, I will be able to write my first exam and finish the course by the end of my next study term. Currently, I am in the process of speaking to RBC about a program whereby I am able to obtain registration with the Ontario Securities Commission. If this goes well, I will represent the bank as an associate while I study at the University. Slowly but surely, I know I will succeed because failure is not an option. The world is a better place.