My Entrepreneurial Story
I did not have the typical lemonade stand-type entrepreneurial story growing up as a kid. Well, kind of. I remember helping my parents out for garage sales, and making bracelets to sell, selling them for a good 50 cents. I really thought I was going to make it big by doing that. Once I got into middle school, I used my bracelet making skills for various fundraisers that my school would host. To my surprise, they actually sold quite well. This got me to think about creation and consumers.
However, I left this hobby to pursue bigger dreams. Right around middle school is also when I would, and still, tune in to watch Shark Tank every Thursday with my dad. I love watching how problems that exist in the world are being creatively solved by families and couples as their hobby. This got me gears turning, and made me realize that there is so much more out there than a 9 to 5 job. Not only can you make a difference in the world, but you can also become successful along the way.
Fast forward a couple of years, I decided that I wanted to enroll at the University of Florida. Upon finding that UF offered an Entrepreneurship minor, I was thrilled to start my journey. Thus, here I am today, enrolled in ENT 3003 and giving my entrepreneurial story. I hope to expand my creativity, bounce my ideas off of other students, and build the foundation of the entrepreneurial mindset. I know that this journey will not be easy, however all great do not come easy, if not everyone would be doing it. I am thrilled to expand my mind, collaborate, and take advantage of everything that UF has to offer.
This is my Dream Board that sits above my desk as I work. It reminds me of the hard work I need to put in now, so I can enjoy the beautiful things that the world has to offer. Although not completely filled up, I will add more pictures and goals as I continue to learn and grow.
That is a great story, Perla! It is so cool that you took up business at such a young age and that Shark Tank came around at just the right time to stoke the fire you had inside of you. The only thing I would change is that the picture of the dream board you submitted will not show up on my computer and I wish I could see it. Good luck with this class and all of your future undertakings.
ReplyDeletePerla, that is awesome that you used to sell bracelets at your parents' garage sale and being an entrepreneur at such a young age! I used to sell lemonade and cookies at my parents' garage sales as well, but it is very impressive that you were actually making the items you were selling. It defiantly shows that you have always had a passion for entrepreneurship and wish you the best of luck carrying that over into your future career!
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