Final Reflection

1) The high moments of this course, for me, happened in the beginning. I felt way more enthusiastic about the class in the first part of summer C than I do now. After reading my submissions for this class, I felt as if my work was more thorough and better expressed. The low points for me have been the past couple of weeks. Between work, traveling, and keeping with this course I have come to the realization that I really am ready for my vacation. The moments of drudgery happened instantaneously after I would read a set of directions for an assignment and realize we had to interview people. It seemed to me that the assignments that required interviews always took longer than expected. I will say that the interviews did push me out of my comfort zone which is good. Also, the interviews helped me exercise my data collection skills.

2) I'd say my first elevator pitch was the more formative and joyous experience of this class. I recorded elevator pitch one after a long day of studying. Thanks to a good coach of mine, I got through it. Everything the assignment required was formative but also fun to do. Put a tie on, write about a business idea I have, and deliver the speech. The process of practicing the speech was another great part of the experience. At the time, it felt like a drag but looking back at it the experience shaped me for the better. 

3) I'd say yes, my mind has definitely shifted in more of an entrepreneurial direction after taking this class. It is easier to approach people about sales thanks to all the interview exercises. I wouldn't say I'm a full-fledged entrepreneur yet but I am well on my way, thanks to this class and the valuable entrepreneurial influences I have in my life.

4) My recommendation to students who are going to take this course is to get the work done and out of the way. Every Friday and Monday assignments would creep up on me, due to the fact I would put it off until then. If the student has the time, definitely try and complete the course as fast as you can so you can coast the rest of the semester with nothing to do for this class but peer reviews.