Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Principles of Entrepreneurship.

Entrepreneurship has been the main focus on what I have researching for the past few months. It is a very interesting topic to me because I am able to learn so much and see that I am going to have to work extra hard to become one. The piece of research that I am finishing up is one called Principles of Entrepreneurship and has provided me with very good information. I have learned that an entrepreneur is one that is willing to take risks and is able to put their ideas out there. There is no specific "profile" for being one. This is one of those careers that anyone can pursue as long as they have determination, dedication, creativity, self confidence, passion, and leadership. One must be willing to go out there and talk to many people to learn more and ask questions. Many become entrepreneurs because they love knowing that they will be their own boss and they will be the ones in charge of making all the decisions. They will not have to work for someone else and will be able to make their own schedule. Decision making plays a major role in entrepreneurship. Decision after decision is being made on what the product should be, who it is targeting, and how you should come about this business. Sometimes it is best to start your own business with a partner because research has shown that bankers and investors prefer financing new business that are started with two or more people. The only difference is that the decision making, or "power", will be shared among all of you instead of just one person. This career path is not an easy one, but it can be done if you do everything that is needed. You start off small and turn it into something profitable. If you're not a big people person, you need to change that now. 

Thursday, November 21, 2013

Blog 9: EQ

1. I reviewed the rule of three for writing an EQ.

2.  a. What is the most important factor in healthy weight loss?
          This EQ makes sense and is specific but seems like the answer could be a simple list of ways to lose weight. But, it is not a yes or no question. You can research what applies as healthy weight loss and what factors contribute to it.

     b. What is most important to securing a conviction in a criminal investigation?
          This EQ isn't a yes or no question and allows you to research into depth on criminal investigation and what a conviction is, but when I first read it, I was kind of confused by the wording. I am not too sure if this would fit the rule of three.

     c. What is most important in creating a hairstyle that best satisfies a customer?
          This EQ is well written and it is not a yes or no question. It is formatted well and it is simple and makes sense. It allows you to argue and make a point based on the research you do on hairstyles and how to create them.
     
     d. How can an Anesthesiologist best treat chronic pain?
           This EQ meets the rule of 3 because it provides great research into what Anesthesiologists do and how they treat chronic pain. You also have to research what chronic pain is. It is not a simple yes or no question. You can argue a point about which treatment is better and back it up with research on why. The format of this question makes sense and it is specific and strait to the point.
3. What is most important in successfully running and maintaining a presentable Spa?