Reflection on My Learning and Work Experience
Looking back on everything I’ve done over the past few years, I can honestly say I’ve
come a long way. When I first started this program, I had a basic understanding of business and
some experience in work settings, but I didn’t always know how everything fit together. Now,
after working through many different projects, assignments, and presentations, I feel like I have
built a much stronger sense of how I think, how I work, and what I can bring to the table.
I discovered that I actually enjoy putting together large, detailed assignments. Whether it
was the market research report for Pro Hockey Life or the full business strategy and balanced
scorecard for Thomson Reuters, I realized I’m able to stay organized and focused even when a
project has many moving parts. I learned how to break tasks down into manageable steps, how to
set up a structure that made sense, and how to keep the tone and goals clear throughout. These
experiences taught me that I have both the discipline and the creativity to handle longer, more
complex work.
I also learned a lot about research. I got better at finding real sources, citing them
properly, and using them to strengthen my arguments. This became especially important in
assignments where I was expected to make strategic recommendations based on current data. I
learned how to read between the lines, pull out key insights, and think critically about what the
information actually meant. That’s something I know I’ll be able to apply not just in school, but
in any job or entrepreneurial setting where decisions need to be backed up with solid reasoning.
Throughout this process, I figured out how to present ideas clearly. Whether I was
writing a paper or preparing a slideshow, I found myself getting better at explaining things in a
way that made sense to others. I started to recognize that how something is communicated is just
as important as what is being said. This helped me grow more confident in how I write, how I
speak, and how I carry myself in group settings or work environments.
In terms of soft skills, I became more aware of my own work habits. I realized that I work
best when I give myself time to think through a problem before jumping into it. I also learned
how to adapt when things didn’t go perfectly, and how to stay calm and focused even under
pressure. These are qualities I didn’t think much about before, but now I understand they are just
as valuable as technical skills.
One of the most important things I’ve come to understand is that I bring a unique
combination of strengths. I can research, I can write, I can plan, and I can think strategically, but
I also care about making things understandable, practical, and relevant. That blend has become a
key part of how I see myself and how I want others to see me. I’m not just someone who
completes the assignment — I’m someone who works with purpose and wants the final product
to be clear, useful, and well thought out.
All of this has helped shape my personal and professional identity. I now have a body of
work that I can look back on and be proud of. I also have a better sense of how to talk about my
experiences, how to show what I’ve learned, and how to connect my work to real goals in
business and beyond. This reflection has reminded me of how far I’ve come and what I’m
capable of going forward.
