W07 Reflection: Entrepreneurial Journal Final Blog


If I had one final lecture to share with a group of students on what I learned from this course it would be to dream big, believe in yourself, take the risk of entrepreneurship, and be a lifelong learner. Dreaming big is the only way we can find success in the entrepreneurial world. If you limit your dreams to the status quo nothing will come of it and you won’t have a reason to be an entrepreneur. Dreaming big opens up our minds to new ideas we would never think of otherwise. Next, you must believe in yourself. No matter how ordinary you think you are, you are capable of anything. You have the support of a Heavenly Father who sees your true potential and knows who you can become. Next, even with all the risks involved in entrepreneurship, the rewards far outweigh the risks. Have courage and determination and you will find success. Lifelong learning is not only a commandment but the best habit you can ever have. The more you learn the more Heavenly Father will be able to use you to help others and build the life you want. 

The last piece of advice I would give to someone who wants to begin the entrepreneur journey is to find something you’re passionate about and find a great mentor who shares those passions. These two things are the keys to your success. Anyone can start a business, but it takes courage to start a business that you are passionate about. Even though it may seem to be less profitable, you will be able to take it further than a business you aren’t passionate about. 

My last words of advice, direction, or caution would be to find a need in the world and fill it. Find what your passion is and pursue it. Be cautious of pride, and find a business that is built upon helping others, not yourself. 


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