Mongolian alumnus said his BYU-Hawaii experience prepared him to overcome self-doubt, be a spiritual leader, and be one of the top five interpreters in Mongolia.

When did you attend BYUH?

My wife, Tsatsral Enkhtuvshin, and I both graduated in 2012. I majored in supply chain management and marketing. My wife majored in accounting.

What was your career and spiritual journey after BYUH?

After BYUH, I went back home and worked at the Khas Bank, one of the top banks in Mongolia, as a public and foreign relations manager. I currently work as a welfare and self-reliance manager for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mongolia. I also serve as a bishop for the Sansar ward of the Ulaanbaatar East Stake in Mongolia.

What special memories do you have from your student years at BYUH?

I had many precious memories at BYUH. The wonderful people who work and study at BYUH taught me what it means to be a true disciple of Jesus Christ.

What blessings have you seen from attending BYUH?

My experience at BYUH has had a life-long impact on my life. Besides spiritual knowledge, I was able to learn English at a higher level, which helped me to be one of the five interpreters who translated for the 12th ASEM summit (Asia Europe Meeting). ASEM is an Asian–European intergovernmental process to enhance relations between Asia and Europe, according to aseminfoboard.com.

How did you become an interpreter for the ASEM summit?

The Mongolian Ministry of Foreign Affairs was looking for interpreters, and I applied for the position. I did not have any professional training, and my only experience as an interpreter was on my mission. Professional interpreters from the European Union came to Mongolia to test the shortlisted candidates.

Fortunately, I passed the test and was selected as one of the five interpreters. The chosen five interpreters went to Brussels, Belgium, where we received professional training at the European Commission. The training lasted for five months, and I learned many necessary things to interpret the ASEM. I am still learning and growing. I have a long way to go.

What are some challenges in your life?

My biggest challenge was self-doubt and insecurity. However, my callings in the Church, my mission, and my BYUH experience helped me overcome my self-doubt and low self-esteem and see my full potential.

When I looked back now, my decision to join the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was one of the most defining moments of my life. This decision brought further opportunities that changed my life.

What are your future goals?

In five years, I am planning to go to graduate school, and in 10 years, I want to start my own business. In 20 years, I will be helping others to start and expand their businesses.