Halfway Reflection

1) Organization is key.  Working full time and taking another four credit online class has been difficult.  In addition, most weekends I try to spend time with family or travel across the state to see my girlfriend. Time management has been the most important aspect of this summer.  Dedicating the same block of time everyday and working on assignments on schedule is how I've been able to complete most assignments.

2) When I was forced to cram and study for an exam in my other class I didn't have the time to give enough attention to this course.  I couldn't go out and conduct interviews and I missed a few assignments, I considered quitting my job or even dropping the class. I was lucky enough to be given a few days off work after explaining to my boss my situation. Since then I've been trying to work ahead when possible and stay on top of things.

3) When taking this course it is extremely important to plan ahead when trying to conduct interviews.  These are typically the most difficult assignments and require looking ahead of schedule.  Don't be afraid of talking to strangers about your assignments.  It will be uncomfortable the first time, but after one the rest come much easier. Having the right mindset for this course is needed if you truly want to learn how being an entrepreneur works.  Constantly thinking about how to better the world by solving people's unmet needs. Once you make your first bug list you realize it never really ends. Since then I'm always on the look out for fixing life's problems and issues.