2. Taekwondo
Collecting and Watching Films
Mathematics
Gardening
Being “addicted” to doing these
activities I did not notice the moment
when they became an integral part of
my life, making me the person I am
today.
3. MathematicsMathematics: My adoration for logical games
and mathematical tasks, which require an
unconventional approach, appeared already
during my childhood and has resulted in a
life-long affection for Mathematics.
I believe that this activity, apart from excellent
analytical skills and the ability to define the
core of the matter, has formed a basis for the
development of my attentiveness to details,
accuracy, thoughtfulness, patience and
determination.
Now, when I am actively involved in the
development of my family’s business, being a
Junior Business Advisor, my mathematical
knowledge and obtained skills assist me in my
responsibilities: business analysis, planning
and estimation of further growth.
4. Taekwondo came into my life when I, probably
like most of the boys who adored watching
Asian films about ninjas, decided to become
strong and indefatigable. However, apart from
physical strength, self-confidence, the ability to
keep concentration and overcome your own
fears, this sport gave me an opportunity to
immerse into unique Asian philosophy. I
learned to respect my rivals in particular and
all people in general, control my emotions and
react to my adversary’s tactics wisely.
Today, this practice and lessons I have learned
from it are invaluable to me, especially during
negotiations with suppliers, authorities or
potential partners, as I know that regardless of
the pressure I will receive from my opponents, I
will stay focused on the matter of our
discussion.
Taekwondo
5. Watching and collecting films is another
passion of my life. Today there are more than
200 films in my collection, which vary in year of
production, producers and genre. To me a well-
produced film is a window which provides me
with an opportunity to look inside the aspects of
life I have never experienced, visit the countries
I have not visited yet, learn the nuances of a
particular profession or cultural features.
Cinematography helps me to widen my horizons,
ensuring that I will find it easy to adjust to a
new environment.
Collecting and
watching films
6. Gardening is my relatively new enjoyment,
which I started about 2 years ago on the plot
around my family’s summer cottage in the
countryside. I planted a lawn there with several
flower beds and ornamental plants. I had never
thought before that gardening, and especially
lawn growing, is a mean to learn to be
disciplined, as the lawn has to be watered, top-
dressed and trimmed regularly in order to get a
perfect green surface. And, of course, it is a
great way to relax and switch off completely in
the fresh air of the countryside.
Gardening
