1) I remember the most difficult assignment for me was the first assignment where we had to interview strangers, or "our customers". Stepping out of my comfort zone to get them to agree to being recorded and provide their insight on my idea was a challenge.
2) The most formative experience was probably the entrepreneur's mantra. Speaking in front of a camera, that was what formed me. It gave me a taste of what to expect for future assignments. Some of the more fun aspects were exploring different business ideas that would happen in the Gainesville locale or just cool products. I don't think these ideas are far off and with the right amount of money, it may just happen! Also an experience I will probably remember for years was interviewing Joe Ciruli, the CEO of Gainesville Health and Fitness. Being able to interact with such a successful local entrepreneur, seeing his relatively unorthodox path to leadership inspired me that no matter how different people are, they can achieve success.
3) I think I have moved closer to having the entrepreneurial mindset. Looking at the mantra, I experienced failure throughout this assignment, but facing this failure and picking myself back up to move forward is a tenet to entrepreneurship. However, something that could have helped me in the past was not receiving as much praise that everyone regularly gave for their comments. If people were more willing to give constructive criticism, rather than praise, this class would have benefited.
4) Something easy to do for yourself in order to be successful in this course is set reminders for yourself about the assignments due. Setting a phone alert or writing in your calendar can help remind you to do crucial assignments! Also, you will be uncomfortable, you will have to step out of your comfort zone, but it's okay! It will only help you become a better entrepreneur.
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