Week 3 Reading Reflection

1)    What was the biggest surprise for you in the reading? In other words, what did you read that stood out the most as different from your expectations? 

It might be hard to believe because of the invisible division between “normal” people and “multibillionaire” entrepreneurs, but the fact of the matter is, normal consumers have a lot in common with successful entrepreneurs. Just like regular people, entrepreneurs face the same obstacles and road-bumps, and just because they had success, they may not be able to solve problems more effectively just because they have had success. Basically, sometimes a battle lost is better lost, so many times if problems become unsolvable for them, they will quit because time is precious and wasting it is sometimes not an option. 

2)    Identify at least one part of the reading that was confusing to you.

I think family time is important. It is actually the reason why I want to become an optometrist. (They have a set schedule, and they can devote their non-career time to family, which is hard for some people sometimes). Overall, the high energy level portion confused me because with so much energy focused on building the business, it is hard to find time to dedicate to family and personal time. It’s like that saying, “It’s lonely being at the top.” (But Mark Zuckerberg is doing something right.)

3)    If you were able to ask two questions to the author, what would you ask? Why?

I think it’s obvious that everyone in this class would inquire about whether or not entrepreneurs are made or are they born with natural abilities?

Plus, what are three key personality traits that are evident within every successful entrepreneur? 

I think that it is important to understand the entrepreneur mindset. 

 

4)    Was there anything you think the author was wrong about? Where do you disagree with what she or he said? How?

I think that luck is something that could be helpful in the success or failure of a business, but although we would love to have luck, a lot of hard work and dedication will build success. (and just learning from mistakes and not giving up.) Although the textbook mentions that luck has nothing to do with the success or failure of their business, it really depends because many individuals who jumpstarted successful businesses were just in the right place at the right time.