Google Gold

To reach SEO, I made sure my bog was interesting as possible. I did this by first figuring how the blog site worked and how I could better improve my site. Once I did my research, I started playing with the layout of the page. After two days, I had the background and layout I wanted and thought others would also like. If you have a luring post, people are going to want to go back and read more of what you're posting. I didn't really change any of my keywords throughout this semester, but rather figured what my commenters like and what they didn't like and worked around that to better improve my post. I actually didn't use social media to improve my profile. Everything is connected with google, those that are already connected with me are able to see my profile if they choose to . I think the most viral posts I've made are ones that included videos and posts regarding real world situations. After googling my name that appears on my blog, I did appear on the first page of google.

Very Short Interview, Part 2

After reviewing my first short interview post, I could see that I put a lot of effort into calling my grandmother who resides in Venezuela to ask three simple questions. All of which were also well answered.

**Due to the location, I will not be providing a recording**

1. What sets you apart from other vendors in your neighborhood?

Each store sells certain items. In my store, I sell pretty much everything one would need from kitchen appliances to food to actual hot dishes that I cook in my kitchen. I not only have a store in which I sell food and other stuff but I also have a side restaurant where people are able to buy drinks and food . Those that choose to dine in can also sit in tables and cool off with the surrounding fans.

2. Who are your customers and what do you think is your most important capital?

My customers are mainly those that are poor, don't own a car or are unable to travel far distances to visit the grocery store. I am able to sell to those that are to old to drive in taxis and bus just for a loaf of bread. I believe my most important capital is the fact that everyone who knows me and who buys my food know that I'm someone they can trust and who their friends trust. This trust allows me to have more customers buy at my store.

3. What is your end goal? What do you see yourself doing with your company in the far future?

Due to old age, there isn't much I can do but just continue on selling and making as much money as possible to provide for myself and when my family needs help. I do not plan on expanding, but I might pass down my business to one of my grandchildren who have helped me tremendously in my stores keeping.


After interviewing my grandmother, I feel I am much more comfortable in talking about entrepreneurship than I was three months ago. This class has forced me to put myself out there and really think about what I want to do with my business plan. I've gained a lot of confidence and knowledge throughout this course and my grandmother did indeed notice the difference between now and  three months ago.

Week 13 Reading Reflection

  During my reading the part the surprised me was the many questions and the thought process people made in their business and other businesses. I was also shocked that Facebook and Amazon weren't very much different in relevance to value. I understand that there are many Facebook users but I feel like theres a way more variety of amazon users in regards to age group. The only part that I was a little confused on was the chart regarding venture and evaluation. To conclude, I don't have no questions to ask the author nor do I disagree with anything she said.

Celebrating Failure

During this past semester, I failed a very easy exam for a very easy class- Mans Food. Due to my hectic schedule, I wasn't prepared for an exam I had two days to study for. Nor did I know I had such a limited time to take the exam. Let's just saw I was very stressed while taking it, and I did don't pass it. Seeing this, I started venting on wether or not I should drop the class or stick with it. Being over dramatic, I realized I could still pass the class with an A if I get A's on the other exams. Realizing I would have failed this class wasn't the easiest thing I've had to deal with during my time here at UF, especially because it's such an easy class. Seeing that I didn't take my first exam seriously, I started to write in my calendar when I should start studying for my exam etc. Just because the class is considered an easy course, doesn't mean I shouldn't take it seriously . This goes for all classes at UF.

Failure is something most of us don't like dealing with . We try our best to avoid it but sometimes even when we try our best, we still end up failing. It happens. You're going to fail and you're going to continue to fail throughout your life. However, with these failures, you get to improve and learn from your failure and be better in the future. I tend to be stressed out a lot so I don't well with failure that well. Most of tell ourselves when something doesn't go our way that we aren't good enough. We didn't do our best etc. I used to think like that till I was at a forum regarding stress i Vet student. Now, I tend to not really stress too much about my failures but rather look at the situation. See what I did wrong or lacked in , and do better the next time.

My Exit Strategy

I honestly have not thought about the exit strategy I would make for the future. With the product that I have designed, my business can go several ways: make a lot of money when I first put it out in the market, and slowly die down. If I were to predict this, I would instantly sell my company for a large return. However, my business could continue to skyrocket, and even become a name brand where I will continue to design products for those that have automobiles or bikes. If this were to happen, I would protect the venture as a family business. Typing this all down, I realize the second theory could possibly happen if I were to be careful with how I carry out my business plans. With that being said, this exit strategy has definitely influenced my growth intentions and how I now see my company becoming a name brand rather than just selling two or three models to people. It has also made me think on how I should acquire the resources I would need in other to have a successful business .

Week 12 Reading Reflection

The biggest surprise was concluding that strategic planing is a major key to success for young entrepreneurs . Especially those that are starting new and out of nowhere. It isn't as easy as I originally thought it be. Throughout my reading the one part that was a bit confusing to me was reading how one transitons from entrepreneurial to a managerial position. I also would want to know how does one transitions like that and what is their process ? The second question I would ask the author would be in what ways can you incorporate strategic planning in your daily life. To conclude my reflection, there wasn't anything i disagreed with the author.

What's Next

Existing market:
After the interview, I again was again thinking back to all the feedback that I was given and how I could incorporate them into my product. Being informed on the issue of getting your lower part of your body wet was what struck me the most.They asked me what would be the difference if they just wore a rain jacket. Hearing this, I knew my product was not yet ready to be introduced to the world but be brought back in to look at how I can make a better product by changing a few things. Another thing was the way my product would look, and how some fashionistas may not like the way it looks, and thus won't buy it. With this feedback, I hope to create the original look and go from there. Slowly start introducing different models of the product. 
   Although my product would be run on solar energy. It would be interesting to create bike that already has a cover on it, that would be powered by the pedaling of the rider. With that energy and model, I could later start adding more gadgets onto the cover. However, It won't be able to be compressed to a carry on. The last thing I want to discuss is having some sort of umbrella that athlete are able to use but without having to use their hands to hold it nor have it distract them and put stress on them.

New Market:
My new market would be targeting athletes. In addition to the bike umbrella/cover, this product would be beneficial to athletes and those that workout outside. This product will also protect them from the rain while they continue their normal day to day practice outside . The main thing I learned about this product is that there is a need for something like this in the world. There are many athletes out there that are forced to play in the rain unless there's lightening. Most tend to not like getting soaked and wake up the next day with a cough. This need for it , was the most surprising. However, this product also has many faults in it and in someways no necessary for some. In comparison to my original market, this isn't as attractive. However , I would love to add this to the line if items I would sell in my business.