16A - What's The Krabby Patty Secret Formular

The five ways I'm different are my goofy sense of humor, my blunt honesty, my beliefs, my empathy, and my impatience/selective drive.

The way I think is different because I make jokes that are somehow serious, but also jokes that are unbelievably cheesy and goofy. I definitely get that from both of my parents. I used to consider myself a hyper "spaz" but now my energy only spikes like that occasionally... in general I'm only serious when I need to be, because being silly is more enjoyable and entertaining (to myself mostly, but I also like it when others laugh).

I'm not the kind of person who will beat around the bush or who's afraid to lay the truth out as-is. I can be very blunt, sometimes rude, sometimes unprofessional, and always honest. I share my opinion at times when its not always needed. I'm also the friend who will build up my friends when they need a word of encouragement. I don't have many friends (people I talk to regularly) because I'm bad at keeping up with so many people (it becomes draining to me) and because I just don't LIKE that many people so completely. I believe every human is worthwhile, but that doesn't mean they're all going to be for ME to spend my time on. Basically, the reason I'm able to be truthful, positive, and encouraging to my friends is because I do see all that potential in them!

I have very strong biblical and political beliefs that I typically feel ok discussing with anyone, regardless of whether they agree or disagree.

I am SO emotional. I cry at facebook videos, country songs, sometimes when I think about my boyfriend, when I see kids in public, and the list goes on. I cry at the drop of a hat, but very seldom is it because i'm sad or upset. Lately I have been crying out of frustration with the speed of life... next I'll get to the topic of my impatience or my ambition, depending on how you look at it.

I have always wanted my own family, since I was in elementary school, I used to cry because I felt lonely (without a husband lmao). Lately, at 21 I'm still frustrated that someone cant come around that matches my excitement, tenacity and determination to face life full speed and make the most of it ASAP. I want to get married, I want kids, I want chickens again, I want to try beekeeping, I want a house, the list goes on..... and it's all stuff I need to wait for. I'm not patient at all. At work, it stresses me out to see our whiteboard to-do list, and very often I curtly confront my primary coworker about what he has and hasn't done on the list, and why not! I'm the type who procrastinates with school work, but somehow work is different to me. Somehow more serious.

 School has always been something I have to do, not something I enjoy. Last semester was the first semester that I didn't have to drop or fail a class at UF.... and I had been here 2 years already! I'm not stupid, but my motivation is not consistent enough for schoolwork- but I wasn't trying hard enough. For some reason, motivation while at work is pretty easy to come by, and it's not because of the money... I think its because I see immediate results, and my job is important to the company. It all comes down to my impatience after all!

2) Interview the five people who know you the best. Ask them what they think makes you different -- remember, focus on your knowledge, skills, abilities, emotions -- in other words, your human capital. 

Manny (Closest Coworker)
I work with Manny every day, and I was surprised that the first thing he thought of was how dedicated I am to my job. I didn't know that was so obvious to him, and I do feel extremely responsible to OUR jobs; I recently had to fill in for him (he's full time) during finals last semester because he was in the hospital! I didn't realize he respected me for my actions based on my age.

Chad (Boyfriend)
Chad made some points about parts of my personality that I'm proud of- my ability to stay chill and not be easily offended. I'm the type of person who can laugh at myself. While I am very outgoing, and obviously would get distracted by my bf at work, he's right that I do stay pretty focused on my tasks, and I often ignore him when I need to.

Mom
My mom knows me the best, but she's also most biased, I thought that my attention to detail and passion were some things about me that are definitely true. I am also a team player, and I love that type of atmosphere where I can be myself... with an audience.

Uncle Glenn
My uncle was SO NICE! He is an introvert, but I never realized he admired by outgoing and personable nature like he said. I appreciate him saying that I'm intelligent and well rounded. He, my parents, and the Bible are the reasons why I've never had significant self esteem issues!

Angela (Previous Boss and Friend)
I admire Angela IMMENSELY! She was so nervous, but I've heard her say a few of these things about me before. In the interview she said that she just looks for team players, and I'm definitely one of those.

3) Reflect on the differences. 

I don't think anyone thought very long about what to say, and they were put on the spot, so that's why there weren't any negative qualities listed. I was very surprised no one brought up how blunt or bossy I can be. I see myself as direct, to a fault, but they see the underlying passion and dedication that would make me that way. If I didn't care, it would show. Also, when Chad said that I'm easy going and don't get offended easily, I take that to mean that I can take what I dish. I'll be honest, and I expect honesty (plus a little crude humor, which my Uncle also likes so no wonder he likes my sense of humor). I've played Cards against Humanity with all of these people except Manny, but he and I talk sh*t to each other almost all day- that's why I was surprised when he said I wasn't too annoying! Between me ragging on him for being short, and me bossing him around (when I'm the part timer, and he's the full timer), I sometimes worry that I need to tone it down. I guess it just keeps things interesting at work. I would not make any CORRECTIONS to my list, except to add a couple things to it.