Elevator Pitch Number 4

Final Reflection

 Recall all of the experiences you've had a long the way -- the highs, the lows -- the fun moments, and the moments of drudgery, and even the moments of dread.

- Overall this class was a memorable experience and it pushed me out of my comfort zone.  I am a shy  person, so the thought of interviewing people with powerful positions terrified me.  But I did it, and I can say that I am proud of what I was able to accomplish!

- The lowest part for me would be interviewing customers, no matter how hard I tried or practiced I was so awkward!  There were a few times that when I walked away I asked myself "Why are you so awkward" or

"Gosh dang Bridget it's just one question, and it's about food, good lord"

 What sticks out to you as the most formative experience?

- I would say that the first few weeks of developing our products was the most formative.

The experience that you'll remember years later?

- I'd say the email I received from one of the designers of a label design company, she had lots of good advice and was very kind.

What was your most joyous experience?

- Having this blog was fun.  After a while it became a creative outlet.

What experience are you most proud of yourself for accomplishing?

- Just finishing this course was a major accomplishment.  I had to push myself and face my fears in order to get a good grade. 

 Now, at the end, do you see yourself as an entrepreneur? Do you think you have moved closer to developing an entrepreneurial mindset?

- I would consider myself to be a person with an entrepreneurial mindset, I enjoy coming up with ideas and presenting them to consumers.  This class has even encouraged me to start up an Instagram and share my photography.  Maybe one day I can create a professional webpage and sell my prints, but for now I enjoy sharing my work with the world.  

What is the one recommendation you would make to the students who are going to journey down this path in the future?

- Stay ahead and do not fall behind!

What would you recommend they do to perform best in this course?

- Be as organized as possible and to make sure you know what's happening a week or two in advance otherwise you'll be overwhelmed.

-Have fun, believe me it is possible!

What would you recommend they do to foster that mindset?

- Have a calendar or a white board in your room with due dates listed.

- Make your blog your own!  Personalize it, add pictures you like and share your stories.  By doing this you'll find that you put more effort in your work, it might even become a creative outlet.