User:Christianvpope

Christian Pope’s Mission Statement

1.	Be a Loving Husband - listen, be thoughtful and sympathetic, communicate thoughts and ideas regularly, spend alone time away from the kids and house, make holidays enjoyable, make every day enjoyable, be supportive in her goals, keep her on track,  forgive, sacrifice for her, be honest, be unpredictable but positive

2.	Be a Loving Father – be patient, seek education on how to address issues effectively, play with them, foresee danger, plan fun getaways, take lots of pictures, frame and hang the pictures / make photo albums, teach them financial management, provide the tools needed for their happiness, be aware of our surroundings, drive slow, be a father not a friend, make decisions for them not for me, get them involved in extra circular activities, teach them to help not hurt, teach them to live with integrity, introduce religion and let them decide, forgive, encourage education and reading, don’t compare them with each other or others, cherish their time with me, create art for the kids

3.	Be there for Family, Friends, and Strangers – stay in contact with family and friends, keep a precise list of all contacts, plan future meetings, look at strangers as potential friends not as someone that’s always going to be a stranger, be social with neighbors, communicate I am thankful for our relationship, talk about to help not to gossip

4.	Love Myself – accept me for who I am today, take care of my body, seek the finer things in life within my means, don’t set limits on my goals, know that I am special but not perfect, do not abuse drugs and alcohol, be patient with myself, do not compare myself to others, realize I am my biggest enemy, wear nice clothes more than I wear sweats, iron my dress clothes and polish / clean my shoes, wash and vacuum my car, cut my hair regularly

5.	Build Mental Strength – meditate, look at stressful situations as a time to practice being calm, cool, and relaxed, don’t speak without thinking or act off instinct, work on being able to focus on one thing at a time without any other thoughts processing, when I’m tired and don’t think I can continue, close my eyes regroup and continue, strive to be consistent day in and day out, “Excellence is a habit not an Act”

6.	Build Physical Strength – don’t put garbage in my body, see a doctor regularly, get some form of exercise everyday, stretch when ever I catch myself watching TV, eat more veggies and fruits than meat, take vitamins and protein supplements, drink as much water as possible

7.	Make Productive Financial Decisions – always save money from the money I acquire, don’t buy things I cannot afford, make cash purchases, spend money on things that have the potential to generate additional money or increase in value not on things that will only depreciate, stay focused on the money in my pocket rather than the image of wealth I am attempting to project, make money my slave not my master, eat in as much as possible, bring a bag lunch to work, have short term / intermediate/ long term financial goals, continue to seek a higher understanding of money, have advanced directives and insurance in place in the event of emergency so that my loved ones will be taken care of and my last wishes are fulfilled, shop around for the better deal always, read consumer reports

8.	Seek Higher Education – go to law school / business school, get licenses, seek information on the internet, talk to business owners, talk with people with the intent to learn, read books, use YouTube as a tool for instructional advice

9.	Get and Stay Organized – be proactive, save steps / full hands in and full hands out, file documents, keep important documents in safety deposit box (birth certificates, titles to vehicles, SSN cards, )don’t let unopened mail pile up, clean bathroom after every use, clean and dust, keep tools organized, get rid of stuff that is not being used, make a plan of attack for the coming day, try to make lists when shopping to prevent multiple trips, plan ahead

10.	Do my best at work and work to find the best job - always look for ways to be more productive, be thankful, be polite and professional, provide feedback, brainstorm, be willing to collaborate, always offer a hand, keep resume updated and be ready for next business opportunity, look at relationships as network tool

11.	Take on New Challenges and Adventures – don’t be scared to fail, try to see the good that people see in different things, seek out new exciting activities: hunting, flying RC helicopters, introducing family and friends to the water, go new places, seek a better understanding of technology, over come anxiety about new places, things, and tasks

12.	Seek a Meaning to Life – try to make a difference in peoples lives, do things that will have positive effects well after I am gone, bring my great ideas to life,  explore ideas of a higher power

The Ambitions of Christian Pope

When I learned about the Corporate Masters in Business Administration at Florida International University, I knew this was a program I needed to research. After conducting my own due diligence, I came to the conclusion that this was where I wanted to earn my CMBA. The primary factor in my determination was the opportunity to earn a quality CMBA online at a nationally ranked university. In my case, my wife and I both work, she is a fulltime student, we have children, and we are full time caregivers to her grandfather that has Alzheimer’s. Unfortunately, at this point in my life, a traditional college setting is just out of my reach. In addition, the flexibility the program offers will save me money in commuting expenses such as gas, vehicle maintenance, and parking fees just to name a few. It is clear that Florida International University is ahead of many other brick and mortar schools that do not yet realize that a quality program can be provided online to provide an opportunity for non traditional students who do not have access to the classroom. Upon graduating with my CMBA, I plan on working for a mixed martial arts promotion. MMA is currently the fastest growi ng sport in the world and the market has unlimited growth potential. Over the last ten years the sport has exploded creating many different avenues of business within the sport. After learning more about the business and climbing the corporate ladder, it is my goal to become the Chief Executive Officer of a MMA promotion. After successfully leading a company, I would like to start my own promotion and expand it to the point where I can take it public and have it traded on one of the major stock exchanges. After doing my part to assist the growth of the sport, I would like to give back to our leaders of tomorrow. There is something about being on a university campus that just makes me happy. If I can work in a setting that brings me happiness while I assist a university in providing the educational experience to students with the wealth of education and experience I have acquired over my life, I will have undoubtedly accomplished my career goals. I think to have so much knowledge and not have any outlet to share this knowledge is a waste. I can not think of a better place to work towards the end of my career than to be a professor at a university. I would like to thank Florida International University Chapman Graduate School of Business for taking the time to consider me for the CMBA program and for being one of the pioneers in providing a "quality program," built for career driven adults with family obligations. I am a dedicated to accomplishing my career goals and only need the opportunity to seize. I can assure you that if I am admitted to the program, I will not only graduate, but I will represent Florida International University well into the future.

Upon graduating with my CMBA I plan on going to law school to earn my Juris Doctrine. As an attorney, I would like start my career as a public defender. I think this is important because I value public service and I think it is important as an attorney to have solid litigation experience. After prosecuting criminals for the state, I plan on working for the Securities and Exchange Commission to prosecute white collar criminals. I have very little patience for white collar criminals because of the length these criminals go to cover their tracks. Eventually, I would like to start my own firm and assist junior attorneys by providing my expertise in Corporate Law. In addition to the CMBA assisting me throughout my practice of law, my degree will provide the frame work for the management of my firm. There are many attorneys that know how to practice law but they do not know how to run a business. It does not matter how much money a business makes, if the company is not ran right then the business will eventually fail. That is why the CMBA is the foundation of my career path.

Fax: 305-348-6477 Attention: FIU Admission Clearance Committee Applicant: Christian Pope / 7TW7P3D29 Telephone: 407-309-0980 / 407-391-8486 Notes: I am applying to the CMBA program starting on July 2010. I have been informed by my admission specialist (Grady Hodge) that there is currently a hold on my account. Enclosed, you will find the charges and dispositions for my criminal history. I hope this satisfies your criteria in order for me to continue on in the application process. If there is any additional documentation or clarification that is needed, please do not hesitate to contact me. Date: September 14, 1995 Charge: Domestic Battery Facts: My mother’s boyfriend and I got into an argument at dinner. He then got up from his seat, grabbed me and threw me out of my house. In an attempt to get back inside, I made physical contact with his legs while he was holding the door shut. The contact was not intentional and was simply an attempt to get back inside so that I could gather some personal belongings. Although my mother is no longer with him, we have reconciled our relationship. Disposition: Nolle Prosequi, I did plead guilty to other charges in an effort to put this issue behind me.

Date: February 26, 1999 Charge: Possession of Alcohol by a minor Facts: I was out with friends and I was found in possession of alcohol as a minor. The beer was confiscated and I was ordered to go home. The judge gave me the option of participating in a pretrial diversion program which I accepted. I attended classes on the dangers of alcohol, provided community service, and paid a fine. Disposition: Nolle Prosequi, I completed a pretrial diversion program.

Date: November 29, 2003 Charge: Battery Facts: My wife and I where out with another couple at a night club and my friend got into an altercation with a bouncer. The bouncer escorted my friend outside and I followed. When we where outside the club, the bouncer began to choke my friend to the point to where he began turning purple and he was passing out. The bouncer continued to choke my friend against the advice of another bouncer. At this point, my judgment told me that the force was excessive and my friend’s health was endangered. I used physical force only to get the bouncer to let go. I was arrested for my actions because there was an under cover police officer onsite that only witnessed part of the situation. When the facts came out, my charges where dropped because I was acting within my rights. Disposition: Case was not suitable for prosecution