I am in the midst of obtaining my Masters in Business Communications with a specialization in Influence and Leadership. I sought out this degree because I wanted to learn how to communicate better both professionally and personally with the people I come in contact with. This degree has assisted me in a better understanding of how to talk and listen to others respectfully and confidently. This degree has also assisted me in researching problem areas in the non-for profit social service sector, mainly employee relations and communication. My educational goal is to obtain a PhD in Sociology relating to Innovative and Organizational Change.