My intellectual curiosity about life and passion for asking questions is what led me to pursue my Ph.D. in Microbiology; however, my interest in a research career is also long-standing. My passion for teaching has provided me with a unique skill set that I believe will be critical for a successful career in consulting. My communication skills strengthened as I challenged myself to understand and react to the students’ questions while they tackled complex biological concepts. To convey the material clearly to students with diverse learning styles, I developed different approaches to explain a single concept. I also embraced and supported a team culture, utilizing student feedback to improve my performance and encouraging students to engage each other in their learning.