Social Historian and educator, Daniel J. Boorstin said in 1914 “Some are born great, some achieve greatness and some hire PR officers.”

 Sitting in class one day, I stumbled upon this interesting quote that popped up in my search for PR-related topics. After getting over my initial reaction of feeling insulted and offended, I read the quote again and began to think about all of my accomplishments.

 Ever since I was younger and I made my first visit to the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, any career opportunity I have ever considered has centered around ultimately working for the Disney Company.

During my college tenure, I have, as most students do, changed my major at least three times, never once retreating from my dream. When I finally realized that I wanted to practice Public Relations, once again, the ideal position was realized as well. My ultimate professional career objective is to work as Disney’s corporate director of public relations.

In identifying my goal, the last three years as a Georgia Southern University student have been devoted to accomplishing that goal. A strenuous academic undergraduate program, valuable leadership opportunities, and involvement in various campus organizations, complimented with exellent writing and interpersonal skills and my inate ability to lead others, have equipped me with the tools to be successful in my career field.

 I am extremely fortunate to have had the opportunities in my life, and am excited about what I have to offer. In regards to Boorstin’s quote, I have realized–I was born great, I have and will achieve greatness, and will be hired (by Disney) as a “PR officer”–I am all of the above.