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My extensive military background as a medic has provided me with a collaborative work environment which encompasses people from all different backgrounds. These work experiences have provided me with many situations that have strengthened my sense of diplomacy and ability to handle situations tactfully. Consequently, I have strong skills regarding working within a team on group projects at school and in work environments. Through the military and many years playing softball, I have developed a strong work ethic and have fostered my perseverance. Accordingly, these two strengths have guided me to becoming an ambidextrous hitter in softball and enduring Annual Training (AT) this past year in the Mojave Desert. Specifically, by pushing myself

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