Statement of Purpose for an Executive Master of Public...

Ten years ago my life as I know it started. I went from homeless and hopeless to living in a shelter with cautionary hope. I was a welfare recipient with a college education. I discovered I was pregnant and faced with the reality that my older two children wanted nothing to do with me; one in foster care, and the other with his dad. I became very involved in the public welfare system governed by national and local social policies that were put in place to help me succeed. Since then, I have been determined to contribute my experiences and my knowledge to the system that supported my growth. My 12 years of professional experience have been incredibly rewarding, however, I believe that my involvement in Department of Human Services (DHS) systems has given me first hand knowledge and experience that I would not have gained otherwise. I had to learn how to tell the story of my barriers in a concise and clear manner. I had to learn tenacity and patience to continue seeking resources. I had to network to access the resources that I found. I had to learn teamwork working with the Child Welfare division because an us vs. them mentality would not have resulted in the continued custody of my children. I was able to be successful in these different areas of authority because I present as educated and I am able to navigate a middle class world. I became an advocate for myself before I was able to help lead others. I have professional experience ranging from sales and marketing toShow MoreRelatedTarget Corporation : Management Strategy1045 Words   |  5 Pagesour guests by delivering outstanding value, continuous innovation and an exceptional guest experience by consistently fulfilling out Expect More. Pay Less. ® brand promise.† (http://retailindustry.about.com/od/retailbestpractices/ig/Company-Mission-Statements/Target-Mission-Statement.htm) Target has a multi-year strategic goal plan that was implemented in various stages, beginning in 2009. 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