May 25, 2016
Student Spotlight on Blake Lessard
A bit about Blake:
Hailing from Hickory, NC, Blake now calls Greenville, NC, home. He graduated from UNC Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Exercise and Sports Science. Blake started the MSA program this past Spring. So far, having Dr. Schisler for tax has been a highlight. Blake is one of those rare folks that truly loves tax law.
Why he chose ECU MSA:
Blake says it was a combination of things that brought him to ECU. He recently got engaged, so he moved to Greenville to live with his fiancée. It just so happens that ECU’s MSA program is one of the best in the country and helps him get to his ultimate goal of owning a tax business.
Hobbies & Interests:
Blake is a a true sports junkie, a die-hard Dallas Cowboys fan and enjoys spirited debates dealing with any sports topic. He also spends a lot of his free time researching real estate and the stock market.
Proudest Accomplishment:
Blake won “Rookie of the Year” in his first job out of college.
It’s no surprise that one of Blake’s favorite quotes is, “When you want to succeed as bad as you want to breathe, then you will be successful.” – Eric Thomas
Advice to fellow COB Grad Students:
Learn to critically think. The major difference between undergrad and there on afterwards, whether it be grad school or a job, is knowing how to critically think. When learning something in class, don’t just learn it for the exam but ask “why” and “how” something is the way it is. If you develop critical thinking as a personal strength, you will surpass your peers in the workplace.
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