drewfullsail

[drewfullsail]

1.What your original goal was for this course.

My goal for this course was to take the time management techniques I learned in my last class, and implement an optimal way to organize my time. I wanted to be able to use my time wisely in order to allow me the ability to do things like re-read, and try and understand the concepts fully. I wanted to be able to fully understand how I can utilize what I’ve learned, instead of regurgitating it for a grade. I came into this course wanting to understand the science behind these models and techniques.

2.How the goal was met by the course.

I was able to give myself plenty of time to marinate on the key concepts. Like I said before, I did a lot of re-reading and underlining. I even bought the audio version of “the lean startup “ so I can listen to it in the dark before bed. My goal was met becuase I was able to give myself enough time to actually learn, instead of waiting untilll the last minute to cram. I think time management is very important to model the weeks success, and I assume there will be many models I will learn that encompass a successful startup venture.

3.What you learned from this course.

I learned different models that can be utilized to provide a viable product or service. I learned how to think like an entrepreneur in this day and age. I feel I have more tools in my toolbox that will enhance my abilities. I specifically enjoyed learning about social entrepreneurship, and how I can go about providing a product or service that not only is profitable, but helps reduce things like carbon footprint. I can do that by using biodegradable packaging, all natural ingredients, employ felons and the homeless, donate a portion of the profits to a cause I like. Become involved in growing my community. I enjoyed learning about analog and antalog. The Sony Walkman bieng an antalog product. Apple (Steve Jobs) would be the antalog. How Jobs innovated a new product nobody knew they wanted. His bet was that Napster would be shut down by the FCC and that people would start wanting to pay for thier music. The model already is proven that people want to listen to music outside with headphones. Once the iPod was born, the Walkman didn’t have a chance.(The Lean startup, Eric Ries)

4.How you will apply the material learned in the course personally or professionally.

I will use what I’ve learned to enhance my business plan. I learned a lot about the science behind entrepreneurship, and how risky it can be if not introduced to a form of model. I learned that I will need to test my product as a hypothesis, create a minimum viable product, and improve on it through beta feedback. I want to research my competitors product and keep up on emerging trends. I want to identify my customers needs by asking them questions online. I want to rely on a model of testing a hypothesis using the scientific method. I want to utilize entrepreneurial management by setting learning milestones and record my progress. I want to set a goal to add value to people’s lives by offering a better product than what they buy now. In order to do this I will need to learn the most efficient way to educate consumers on wanting what they don’t know that they want, and why. I want to get behind my product %100 and believe in it so much that people will buy from me.