In this blog post, we will introduce ways to sincerely convey your genuine motivation for supporting entrepreneurs and your practical preparations in your cover letter.

 

Growth

Since childhood, I grew up listening to my parents’ devoted encouragement to find what I enjoy doing best and do it well, rather than being conscious of other people’s opinions or being swayed by social values. A prime example of this is my father, who left a position at a company that others envied and had a secure future, and worked hard to start a business in a field that interested him. My father smiled and told me that he made that decision because he didn’t want to spend his life doing work he didn’t enjoy, living like a machine that just earned money day after day, and instead wanted to devote himself to something that would make his life more fulfilling. Even as a child, I had heard enough about his reputation to know that he was leaving a great company to live a life much more faithful to his heart’s passion, and his life was more inspiring to me than any episode in a biography of a great man.
My father’s principle of “living a life that is honest to your true self rather than to the opinions of others” deeply impressed me, and I dreamed of following in his footsteps and becoming an enterprising person like him. He didn’t just quit his job in pursuit of passion and pleasure, but was convinced that it was a worthwhile investment with a promising future, and worked day and night with enthusiasm. He was a pioneer in a field that was still in its infancy, and he demonstrated his ability to achieve results. My father’s words, “I came out to enjoy life, not to starve to death,” reminded me of how dangerous it is to embark on an adventure without sufficient preparation or foundation.

 

School life

It was a time when I tried to establish a stable sense of self and live my life independently, rather than being swayed by the opinions and evaluations of those around me. During my adolescence, when I was easily swayed by the opinions of my peers and adults, I ignored the countless pieces of advice from the world around me, such as “You won’t get a job if you do that,” “You won’t be able to find a boyfriend if you do that,” and “You won’t do well in school if you do that.” Instead, I focused on the values I had learned through my own experiences and efforts, and I worked hard to forge my own path. This was because the words that people who were not going to live my life for me unilaterally poured out were often unrealistic or difficult to apply to actual situations, and were simply repeated because “that’s how it’s always been.”
It is often said that children should not disobey adults, but I have always believed that adults do not always say things that are wonderful and worth listening to, and that it is necessary to have the independence to filter out what is not necessary for one’s own life. This awareness has allowed me to stay grounded, like a strong tree that does not sway in the wind. My parents, whom I respect the most and strive to emulate, taught me that “no education or teaching can suit everyone, as each person has their own unique personality, so you must learn to filter information and create your own filter.” This gave me the courage to not be swayed by trivial rumors or prejudices among my friends, and to cut off anything I couldn’t accept, allowing me to spend my school days with far fewer worries than other children.

 

Strengths and weaknesses

I am a person who sets clear milestones for the path I want to take and has the drive to move forward with determination. Once I have understood the terrain and characteristics of the path I have chosen, I develop a strategy to suit it, make sufficient preparations, and then push myself forward without ever looking back or wavering. It’s like an express train that never stops until it reaches its destination. Once I had decided on a course of action, I never changed my mind, so I had to be very careful in determining the scope and distance of the path I would take. Would I grow after going through this process? Was this the right direction for the career I wanted? I was very cautious, making sure to check these things thoroughly before taking action.
Some people, knowing my personality, would say that life is a series of failures and successes, and that I should try anything and, if it doesn’t go as expected, accept the experience as a part of my life. However, I wanted to make the most of the limited time I had been given. I am still faithfully pursuing my goal of minimizing failure and carefully building a life with as many successes as possible.

 

Outlook on life

I believe that acting on passion without sufficient preparation or realism is like headbutting the ground. People often take a passive stance toward practical issues, espousing idealistic notions such as “it is important to follow your heart.” When someone chooses a path that no one else has taken before, they encourage them to be a pioneer and tell them that anything is possible if they are passionate enough, distracting them from reality and filling their heads with fantasies.
However, the more uncharted the path, the more cautious one must be. One must ensure that one’s dreams are strong enough to withstand the realities of life, understand the risks of venturing into an uncharted world, and take responsibility for making adequate preparations. Bungee jumping is a courageous activity, but jumping without a rope is reckless, and heading without a helmet is a sure way to get hurt. This is because, no matter what challenge you take on, you must always have a solid foundation.

 

Motivation for applying and aspirations after joining the company

In Korea, the number of people who prepare to start a business each year is enormous, and the number of people who fail to get off the ground is countless. It is admirable to want to pursue one’s vision in a free space where one’s abilities and capabilities are not restricted, but without a realistic perspective and appropriate measures to deal with the situation, it is like trying to break a rock with an egg, and one will inevitably get hurt and give up. I applied to your company because I want to provide more realistic help to such reckless people.
If I can build the capabilities to achieve my vision and goals at your company and become a talented individual who can do my part, I will not just consult with people to improve their work performance, but will help them realize that the stakes they are gambling with to start a business are not just money, but their lives. I am keenly aware of the weight of responsibility I bear, knowing that my life is at stake in the same way as theirs, and I will strive to provide advice and realistic solutions that are commensurate with the burden they carry. I am keenly aware of the weight of responsibility I bear, knowing that my careless actions and insincere attitude toward my work could have a butterfly effect that could ruin their lives.