In this blog post, I’ll summarize my study methods and experiences running a club during high school, examples of consideration and cooperation, and my career plans after college.

Academic Experience and Reflections

The first thing I did while preparing for the College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT) was to analyze past exam questions. As many instructors advised, analyzing actual past exams helped me determine what I needed to study. While many of my peers simply reviewed the material covered in class, I decided to break away from that passive approach and take a more proactive stance toward my studies.
After identifying the question types and the intent behind past exam questions, I shifted my study approach to creating my own questions. Rather than simply churning out meaningless questions that merely followed a format based on what I’d learned, I focused on crafting passages and answer choices similar to those in past exams to create questions that could realistically appear on the test. Through this process, I was able to gain a deeper understanding of the test creators’ intentions.
In particular, I made active use of the past exam question test page provided by EBS. This service allowed me to create my own questions and adjust their difficulty levels, which was a great help in putting together a test booklet that closely resembled the actual exam environment. I conducted multiple tests by mixing past exam questions with mock exam questions, and through about ten such tests, I was able to identify recurring patterns in question types.
After creating questions, I had my friends solve them, and whenever errors were found, I revised the answer choices and the question itself to refine the items. By consistently studying from the perspective of a test developer, my ability to grasp the examiner’s intent improved rapidly, and my comprehension speed when encountering actual exam questions also improved noticeably. The process of creating and validating questions on my own helped me move beyond passive memorization and cultivate the habit of active thinking.

Major School Activities and Reflections

While in high school, I primarily served as a leader in the online store management club and, as the planning director, was responsible for planning the items to be sold. Believing that quality is more important than quantity when it comes to good ideas, I collected various ideas and focused on selecting those that could be turned into viable businesses.
Our team held frequent meetings and brainstormed ideas whenever we had free time to identify viable products. As a result, I proposed products in the men’s fashion category, and based on the observation that men are also interested in cultivating their appearance and individuality, we decided on men’s fashion as our final business concept. This decision resonated with my teammates and was finalized as our business direction.
One of our main products was naturally dyed T-shirts. We researched natural dyeing techniques, prepared the dye solutions, and handled the entire process—from dyeing the T-shirts to packaging the finished products—entirely on our own. Although it seemed like it would require a lot of time and effort at first because we were unfamiliar with the process, we adapted quickly. After mastering the basic dyeing techniques, we expanded our capabilities to include printing text and images.
Since we handled the entire production process ourselves, we were able to operate without incurring additional labor costs or relying on a factory. Our club room naturally took on the atmosphere of a small factory—it was busy but filled with passion. We sold our products through an online bulletin board, and we received so many custom orders and inquiries that we even needed a dedicated person to manage the board.
We received orders for class T-shirts and club T-shirts from both inside and outside the school, and over the two years we operated, we generated approximately 10 million won in sales. Featured in local and youth newspapers, the club gained even more popularity, and our membership grew. Through this experience, I confirmed my potential as a “high school CEO” and gained interest and confidence in running an online store and the men’s fashion business.

Examples of Consideration, Sharing, and Cooperation, and My Reflections

As the business succeeded, the issue of profit distribution naturally arose. At first, we debated various options: how to split the profits, whether to reinvest them in the business, or use them to revitalize the club. We reviewed several proposals during our meetings and made an effort to maintain an atmosphere where everyone could honestly express their views.
When, after much discussion, the club president proposed donating the entire amount to a fund for the underprivileged, some members were initially taken aback.

Considering the time, effort, and material costs we had invested, the idea of donating wasn’t easy to accept at first. However, we gradually came to believe that giving back to the local community the profits we had earned with its support would be more meaningful.
Ultimately, we decided to donate to the Red Cross Society and also delivered the T-shirts we had produced, asking them to distribute them to those in need of clothing. The organization sent us a thank-you letter commending our decision, and we passed on our achievements to the younger members to ensure the club continues to do good work.
Through this process, I learned the importance of consultation and consensus, and I felt a sense of fulfillment from making choices that prioritize the community’s interests over personal gain. I also derived great satisfaction from setting an example for the younger members and helping to foster a positive club culture.

Efforts and Preparation Related to Motivation for Application and Career Plans

My goal of enrolling in the Department of Business Administration at Sejong University stems from my dream of running an online store and launching my own fashion brand as a business owner. I am particularly interested in men’s fashion and aim to create and sell a brand in this field.
I have a stronger desire to manage an organization as a business executive rather than as a designer. In college, I plan to systematically study business management and acquire practical skills in organizational management, human resources management, and methods for identifying and collaborating with external vendors. I intend to continue studying business-related subjects consistently throughout my undergraduate studies to develop practical experience, and after graduation, I plan to focus on managing an online store and operating my own brand.