Glad you have dropped by to read this post.
Actually, I have been putting a serious thought about how I would begin to thoroughly introduce myself to the community here on Steemit.
On my previous introduction, I haven't elaborated about my background and put clear details of who I am.
So here it goes ...
Lyle, picked from the four letter word leaf (which has no correlation to the name Lyle at all, aside from the fact that both words consist of four letters, that's what they told me). However, I recently discovered that the word leaf symbolically means hope, renewal and revival. Whilst on it, I also came across the origin of the name Lyle, on SheKnows.com it says there that it came from an old french word 'L'isle', which means island or a form of island.
On the other hand, unlike my first name, my second name Justine has a clear explanation from where it was derived. It came from the word just, "JESUS is just." It's the feminine form of Justin, which came from the Latin word Justinus, which has its roots in justus (rightful, proper, just). It meant upright and fair, but on some other article Justine meant Beauty of Science and Nature.
while a few call me Justine or LJ.
I am 21 years old, still so young and new to the employment world :) . I am working at Amway as a Regional Product Trainer for three (3) months now and so far so good. I am enjoying the perks of being a trainer, I get to travel places around the Philippines, -- go on road trips, ride an airbus and barge -- meet various types of people from different backgrounds and learn from their life experiences, specifically about their business ventures.
*a little background about the company I am working for.*
Amway is a direct selling company based in the US. It is the world's # 1 Direct Selling Company according to Direct Selling News Global (DSN). It has a Family of Brands, to name a few we have Nutrilite, Artistry and eSpring. Check out this link to know more about Amway: http://www.amway.com/about-amway/our-company
I have always dreamed of putting my public speaking skills to good use.
Now that I belong in a company where they not only give business opportunities to people, but most importantly believes that everyone has a potential and a mission to empower each and every individual. I am inspired to go the extra mile and do more for the people around me, abiding in the same motto that Amway has,
"Helping People Live Better Lives."
It shows in their heritage how they give importance not only to the company but as well as the people working with them hand in hand to pursue this vision. Click here for more info. http://www.amway.com/about-amway/our-company/heritage/co-founders
It's one of the tasks I enjoy the most when being a part of the program committee during events.
I have hosted countless events since I was young and have sharpened my skills in interacting with different crowds on different occasions. From school events, debut, conference/seminar-workshops, to weddings. I was brought up by my parents to be confident and out going. Not only have I been hosting events but also organizing a few as well. Handling youth organizations outside campus, officiating The Host Club at the University where I studied, and even leading life mentoring groups in our community.
Having been opened to wonderful opportunities because of my hosting career, I was given the chance to cultivate my talent in fashion and modelling.
Starting from my high school days, I was exposed to pageants and runway modelling, not as one of the candidates but as the Master of Ceremony of the event at first. Then slowly opening myself to the idea of actually joining, and so I did. From then on 'til college I enter such competitions but focusing more on modelling than pageants.
*Ms. All Nations 2014*
*Kasalang Filipino 2015*
*Ed'l Fit'r Fashion Show by Casnor 2017*
*SM Stylistas 2017*
From photo shoots to runways, I indulged myself in parading different outfits by different brands and designers.
Enjoying the company of different talents, from models, make-up artists, fashion designers and photographers. The experiences I had in this industry made more of an extrovert. Building connections with inspiring and successful people, expanding my channels and gaining motivation to DO LIFE BIG
Having mentioned this mantra, I am reminded of how God prepared me for bigger things to come this year.
Dreaming big and realizing goals.
I am yet to have my biggest breakthrough and I am about to find that out soon.
So, for now I will keep on pursuing excellence and be the best version of myself. Continually learning and aspiring to be better than I was before, while keeping my feet on the ground. Knowing that all I have and all that I am are owned by our Heavenly Father.
There's still more I'd like to share, but for now this is all I have for you. An epilogue of a never ending story of my life.