Final Reflection

1) I would say that the most enjoyable parts of this class were the reading reflections for the autobiography on the Wright brothers and the novel How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big. The second novel in particular was very interesting. Around the halfway point in the class, the assignments began to feel like a lot of drudgery. Finally, the Free Money extra credit assignment was the biggest low, because the situation was very awkward.
2) My most formative experience was probably the elevator pitches, because it allowed me to develop an important skill. For years I'll remember the human capital assignment, because it took my brother about 15 takes to get through it without laughing. My most joyous experience was is finishing the course, because it gives me a sense of accomplishment. I am most proud of myself for completing the venture concept assignment.
3) I believe that I have moved closer to developing an entrepreneurial mindset. At this point, if I was to complete the class again with a new business I would find the assignments much easier. However, I believe the work I have done with Global Brigades has made me more of an entrepreneur than this class has.
4) I would recommend that students take the assignments seriously and treat their business ideas as a real business when completing this class. Additionally, I would recommend that students complete the assignments ahead of time in order to make sure the work doesn't pile up. Finally, I would recommend that students keep an open mind in order to better develop an entrepreneurial mindset.