My Entrepreneurial Journey

Three of the most important things I’ve learned in this class are: 1)      Choose an end-goal and create a clear plan to get there. 2)      Stay true to who you are. 3)      Give all along the way. Choose an end-goal and create a clear plan to get there Decide where you want to be in 20, 30, even 40 years. This will help you create a clear, focused plan for your life and be the motivation that gets you through challenges and setbacks. My ultimate goal is to be financially independent and serve missions with my husband when we retire. The decisions I make every day will help me achieve this goal. It really helps me stick to my budget when I weigh out ‘Would I rather spend $45 at this restaurant or stick to my budget so we can retire as planned?’  Along the path of my end-goal, I have several smaller goals that serve as checkpoints on my way. They help me keep a good pace as I work toward my dreams.  Stay true to who yo...

Being an entrepreneur definitely takes grit. It isn't an easy road and is filled with surprises, disappointment, and downright failure. However, if someone is willing to work hard and persevere, it can be a very rewarding life! Three things that will help an entrepreneur succeed are: 1) Having realistic expectations--If you take the time to learn about the life and talk to entrepreneurs who have succeeded, you will get a better understanding of what to expect. Knowing what is ahead can give you an opportunity to plan for failure and initiate Plan B. It also makes disappointments less painful when you are already expecting them to happen. Having a mentor you can connect with often will help you get through those challenging times. 2) Having a clear vision--When things get tough, it may be tempting to give up. If you can step back for a minute and remember where you want to go and why, you will be able to face the challenges that come with fierce determination. Having a clear vision ...