In this blog post, we will share key points on how to write a self-introduction letter when applying for a position in management, strategy, or planning.
Growth
As a child, I was influenced by my parents, who were interested in green energy and eco-friendly movements from an early age, and I naturally became familiar with using recycled products and saving resources at home. When I was born, the environment had already been severely damaged to the point where it could not be completely restored, but even so, I believe that people must not lose hope and must make efforts to maintain the current state. With my limited perspective as a child, I couldn’t grasp the seriousness of the situation unless I saw the signs of environmental destruction right in front of my eyes. However, through participating in environmental movements with my parents and learning about the issue through photos and other materials, I was able to realize the urgency of the situation at an early age.
A pessimistic attitude, such as “it’s useless anyway” or “what difference can my small efforts make?”, is the sweet temptation that people must avoid at all costs. If billions of people around the world stand by and think, “it doesn’t matter if it’s just me,” then our abandoned planet will inevitably rush toward destruction. I also learned that the first step is to establish my own sense of self, thinking, “If I change, I can influence others.” I also learned that the first step is to establish your own sense of self. This was also an opportunity to get back on track when I tried to share the lifestyle I had naturally learned and lived with my friends, only to be asked, “Why do you make your life so difficult?” I had been wondering if everything I was doing was futile, but this experience helped me realize that my efforts were not in vain. There are many people in the world who do not share the values that I hold dear, but that does not mean that my efforts are in vain. It is important to keep trying, even if it is just me, so that we can change the direction of society.
School life
I was interested in eco-friendly products and environmental movements, and I encouraged my friends to join me, but I wondered if such simple activities could really contribute to the environment. This was a slightly different concern from when I was stuck in the trap of thinking, “It doesn’t matter if it’s just me.” I reached a point where I was no longer simply trying to fix the situation and focusing on the trivial aspects of my daily life, but rather thinking about what I could do to help from a more fundamental perspective. At the time, I was in the midst of deciding on my career path, so I worked hard to find an answer that would allow me to achieve a good balance between the two. I wanted to follow in my father’s footsteps, who had left a good job to join a company involved in environmental issues in order to align his career goals with his life goals, and I wanted to find a job where I could realize my ideals.
My interest in renewable energy as a key factor in transforming environmental issues since childhood, combined with my enterprising attitude, naturally led me to want to actively participate in research and development in this field. Through my career path, I was able to achieve a balance between my realistic goals and my ideals for my life, and I became determined to play a major role in the creation and development of energy that can change the world for the better. My parents, who said they would actively support me whatever career path I chose, were delighted with my decision and have always been a great source of support, telling me that they wish only the best for my future.
Personality
Even when faced with enormous problems in reality, I am the type of person who never gives up and steadily strives to find something I can do. The world is so big and human abilities are so small in comparison that we sometimes feel frustrated and wonder if our efforts can really change the world. However, humans have a history of working together to achieve great things, regardless of the civilization or achievement, so even if the abilities of each individual seem insufficient, we should expect a synergistic effect when we work together. This is because the enthusiasm of many people striving toward the same goal can sometimes generate enough energy to change the course of history and even the world. This is not a matter of luck or miracles, but rather the “power of the group” that is inherent in the genes of human beings, who may seem fragile when taken individually.
In other words, rather than separating ourselves as individuals and wondering, “Is it really possible?” or “Can I really change reality?”, we must first make realistic efforts so that we can show a united front with that power combined. This is because, instead of expecting miracles from God or someone else’s help, we must place more weight on the power that we can achieve together.
Outlook on life
I always want to strive to be a pioneer who works hard to leave a better and more wonderful foundation for our descendants. Sometimes we lose our determination to protect the environment, thinking, “It’s impossible to restore things to the way they were, no matter how hard we try now.” However, if we remain complacent, we may face an environment that is even worse than it is now. Furthermore, the responsibility for this will not fall on us, who have been lax in dealing with the problems of the present, but on future generations, who will inherit our bloodline and bear the burden of our mistakes.
We need to feel a sense of responsibility, knowing that we will not be the only ones to bear the consequences of our choices and actions, but that our descendants will also have to share the burden. It is cowardly to choose a path of self-indulgence and then refuse to accept the consequences and negative effects of our actions, simply running away from them by dying.
Motivation for applying and aspirations after joining the company
Despite the considerable progress made by our ancestors, we are now faced with the inevitable destruction of the environment. This makes me feel hopeless, as if there is no turning back, but at the same time, I am filled with hope that the technological capabilities that have enabled us to achieve such a high level of civilization can also contribute to the preservation and restoration of nature. Your company is a leader in the field of related research with the latest technology, and I believe it is the best environment for me to learn and acquire relevant know-how, which is why I am interested in applying.
If I am given the opportunity to participate in research at your company, I will always do my best in my work with the determination that my efforts will lead to technological advances for future generations and that my legacy will live on beyond the limits of time. I have inherited the achievements of my ancestors, but as a member of a generation that must also tackle environmental issues, I am motivated to do my part so that the children of the next generation will have an easier task to accomplish.
