1. To keep up with the requirements for this course, I set aside time to watch the lectures and do the assignments each week. Since this is an online course, I have had to be responsible about making sure to watch the lectures. I schedule time twice a week to watch them and take notes. Some of the assignments for this course require me to work throughout the week, especially when interviews are necessary. Then, I schedule time for the peer reviews and cupcake each week as well.
2. There have been a couple moments throughout the course where I felt like giving up on my idea, or that maybe I should change it. When I had to interview people and when I had to record the elevator pitch, I felt unsure about my idea. I thought about whether I should completely change it or not. Then I remembered how excited I was about this idea when I first thought of it, and how doable it is. This is what kept me from changing the idea because I realized it would be worth it to try and develop my original idea. I think this class has encouraged a tenacious attitude because it is such a big part of entrepreneurship. The challenges in this class are easier to handle because they are just in the class, but in the real world these challenges would be much harder to push through. So, I think this is good training for future endeavors.
3. Tips
Create a schedule that works for you- find time to dedicate to this class each week to do the assignments fully.
Be creative- this is an opportunity to think of something new and original, don't be afraid to take a risk on a new idea.
Stick with it- if you choose something you are passionate about, it will be easier to stick with the idea despite the challenges you may face.
Hi Alison, I agree with everything that you say in this post. The lectures are very important to watch, and I should learn to pay attention more to them. They can be very helpful and are necessary when completing the weekly cupcakes. I like your tip of creating a schedule that works best for us. It is a good tip that future students could learn from.
ReplyDeleteHey Alison,
ReplyDeleteI agree with everything. Since this is an online class you have to stay disciplined to the schedule that you make. You cant fall behind on lectures or else youll end up watching them all day to attempt to catch up.