1. I have learned that even the most successful entrepreneurs started out at rock bottom. I have learned that in order to be an entrepreneur, one must have a passion for their craft. It is one thing to identify a problem in society and try to monetize it. It takes a special person to make the idea worth something and it is only done through passion. In my Foundations of Business Thought class with Dr. Lester, I learned the importance of loving what you do. When you love what you do then you will have the powerful drive to succeed.
2. If an entrepreneur was only evaluated at a single stage in the entrepreneurial process, then they would never have to get over the trials and tribulations that make them stronger over time. Having a clear vision is great but not knowing what to do with that vision is what keeps so many entrepreneurial efforts permanently grounded. Another problem is that it is the entrepreneurial "process" thus implying that there has to be multiple stages for it to be successful.
3. As a sophomore business major who aspires to either practice law or run a business, the phases over the next 5 years I am likely to encounter include: (1) Gain experience via internship; (2) Study for LSAT; (3) Attend law school and practice corporate law; (4) Join Law Firm.
(1) Be open minded and take note of the experience gained; (2) Be diligent and study with a purpose; (3) Keen wit, self-confidence; (4) Team working ability, hard working, passion