Week 3 Reading Reflection

 1) What was the biggest surprise for you in the reading? In other words, what did you read that stood out the most as different from your expectations? 

Reading that an entrepreneur who can deal with any situation that causes them any grief due to failure, will then also not be bothered by future failures was the biggest surprise to me. I would think after several failures, one would start to doubt themselves.

2) Identify at least one part of the reading that was confusing to you.

As I read, I didn't find any of the content confusing. However, one part did stick out. It was entailing companies looking into the ethics of caring due to more female entrepreneurs. 

3) If you were able to ask two questions to the author, what would you ask? Why?

- How are entrepreneurs unable to bounce back after a financial catastrophe? I wouldn't  think they would suffer from sever psychological damage due to a business failure . 

- How can stress, if kept within constructive bounds improve a persons performance?

This is being asked because in contrast to my personal experience, stress kept under contracted bounds then to build up and explode later on.

4) Was there anything you think the author was wrong about? Where do you disagree with what she or he said? How? The section describing family and social risk had one detail that I did not agree with. I don't believe friends will vanish just because of "missed get togethers. Friends will understand the street you are going through, and will support you throughout your journey. 

Very Short Interview No. 1

Today I'm going to talk about my grandma back in Venezuela who runs a tiny little supermarket attached to her house.

1. How did you come up with building a separate area outside the house to be used as a local supermarket?

" In my village, there are no supermarkets nearby. If you wanted to buy groceries, you would have to catch either a taxi or bus. Sometimes even both. Realizing what a hassle that was I thought why not just buy a few things and sell them to people around me. I think the only reason I had so much success was because everyone knew me. I started buying more groceries and even meals to sell. More and more people started buying ! The day I had a long line waiting for food to be cooked and groceries to be bought was when I realized I'll be okay. I'm making a living .

2. Do you regret not going to school and learn more about the world of entrepenuership ?

" Back in my day, women weren't really welcomed in school nor did we have the money to attend. I was young and fell in love with your grandfather. Back then it was appropriate to have children when you you were young. By the time I knew it, I had a couple of your aunts and uncles. So do I regret going to school? I don't regret having my little babies but I do wish I could have made their lives a little more easier ."

3. What does entrepreneurship mean to you?
" I don't really know how to define it .... but I guess it has something to do with taking a risk like how I just decided to use the little money I had and invest on a few groceries that I would sell. Those few groceries has changed my life,  it allowed me to give the money I earned to support my family of 12 . Find a way to make a living out of something that you love but also something that has meaning to you."

At the end of this interview I realized that my mother didn't have it easy when she was young but her mother did the best she could with the little she had. You don't have to have a lot of money to build a business. She made me realize that you can start somewhere even if you don't have a lot of money.

World's Biggest Problems

1. Extreme climate change ( Global Warming) - Global warming has been an issue for some time now. Many industries still operate with pollutants that pollute the atmosphere causing many global problems such as , lack of water resources, ecosystem loss, agriculture management difficulties, droughts, weather disasters,etc. Although this may seem impossible to resolve, there are solutions to this problem. We can start by cutting out the use of fossil fuels (which we're doing), implement guidelines and policies on how we can reduce the use of these pollutants, spread awareness to the world, and many other solutions.
2. World Hunger- Hunger has always been a problem, especially in countries that are dealing with poverty such as , Africa, Asia, South American, Europe. One in nine people are suffering from hunger and are unable to provide to food to their families. With such an issue like this, we must start by spreading awareness, reduce the amounts of those suffering from hunger, provide resources to those countries that are suffering etc.
3. Rise in Terrorist attacks- This year, the world has been attacked numerous times from either isis, or  groups of people whose aim is to control and threat places and those who inhabit it. How can we stop these extremist from attacking? There has been many plans that have been implemented to stop these attacks. The main solution I think we can do to solve this is to get every world leader whose country is suffering from these kinds of attacks and see how they can work together to solve these issues.
4. Refugees are fleeing Syria- War in Syria has caused many deaths, those that survived had no choice to flee from their country with little on them. Many have seemed refuged in Turkey, Iraq , Lebanon, and other places. Although in safer places , they are still suffering especially the children of Syria. We need to start bringing in more refugees to place such as Europe and America where we have the recourses they need. We can even send the resources they need to them and assist with making a transition to where they are living my providing them with houses, food, water, medicine , education, jobs and whatever they need. War in Syria must STOP!!!
5. Poverty- The lack of resources in countries have caused : malnutrition, hunger, homelessness, inability to make enough money to live on and support families, lack of water supply, etc. Poverty isn't something you can easily fix. However we can start by convincing countries that don't suffer from this to help stop poverty in countries that are currently suffering, improve water supply, supply them with agriculture equipment and such, improve the quality of education, etc.
6. Discrimination- This unfortunately still exist around the world.  We still haven't reached a solid point/stand on equality. Discrimination can exist in many forms, it can be either racism, gay rights, gender inequality, disabilities , etc. Problems like these mainly arises by how one is raised. Those that have been taught to hate other people must be spoken to. What they've been thought to think isn't right nor do they have to believe what those around them believe in. People need to stand up and realize we live in a different world now. It isn't the same as it was as it's been told in our history books. We can do this by the normal tactics that have been used: education, protesting against our government , stand up for those being discriminated and let them know what they're saying isn't nice, speak your mind. STAND UP.
7. Sexual diseases- Sexual diseases such as AIDS, HIV , HPV have been on the rise due to alcohol and drugs . Many have been affected due lack of protection and knowledge on safe sex. Main solution would be to spread awareness via education and home! Many still don't realize that they can easily catch STD by unprotected sex. Countries around the world who are suffering from STI's can also be provided with prevention kits.
8. Oil demand- Demand of oil has been increasing over the years. With demand means more productivity. This however is getting harder to do because more is being demanded when we don't have the supply to satisfy those demands. The world needs to implement policies on the use of oil and how much can be used to lower the need of it. They can also slowly start eliminating the use by using fossil fuels which is also better for our environment.
9. Global H2O and food crisis- By year 2050, it is said that our population will increase to the point where will exhaust our food supply, land and water. We're already struggling to provide clean water across the world due to the high demand of it. We need to start figuring out how we can make our food and water last by finding ways to control our supplies and work with each other on how we can conserve our water.
10. Government failures/ corruption- This is the main reason to why we have global poverty, and global hunger. Governments only care about themselves or the rich. There isn't much we can do because of how corrupted the gov is. The only thing we can do is protest , and change who is leading your country.

Reading Reflection

1) What was the biggest surprise for you in the reading? In other words, what did you read that stood out the most as different from your expectations? Although most of what I read was new to me, what stood out the most was the part where it said "Women and minority entrepreneurs have emerged in unprecedented numbers." You don't always hear that women are succeeding as much as men are or that the minority are accomplishing great things.

2) Identify at least one part of the reading that was confusing to you.

The part that was a bit confusing to me was myth number 6 where it discussed that failure of proper financing is due to other factors.

3) If you were able to ask two questions to the author, what would you ask? Why?

I would fist ask why would start up companies end up failing shortly after starting up? Because I’d think most companies started from the bottom and made their way up.

Why are entrepreneurs the answer to economic down turns? Is it because they create the most jobs for people?

4) Was there anything you think the author was wrong about? Where do you disagree with what she or he said? How? in my opinion, I think entrepreneurs are both thinkers and doers. You must have the will but also the drive to carry out the plan.

Bug List

1. During finals week,  you can't find any spots/ tables to study in library west.
-why this happens? Theres only two main used library and over 60,000 students.
2. During the day at UF, it's impossible to ride your bike on campus.
  - WHY? Theres not many bike lanes, and when there is , people block the way.
3. When you find a parking spot, but someone cuts you off and takes it.
- people do this when they are either inconsiderate or in a rush.
4. When you study really hard but end up not getting the grade you expected.
-sometimes the strategy you use to study ends up not working out when taking the actual exam. Try a different method of studying or learn the concepts better.
5. Getting a hair cut and leaving the establishment with a cut you did not want.
-either they don't know your hair type and how to handle it or they're inexperienced.
6. During the first week of each semester, it is impossible to buy school items like notebooks at the Walmart or Target in Butler Plaza.
-there in only one Walmart and Target that is close to campus and people rather not pack their cars back at home with supplies and just buy them in Gainesville.
7. During certain seasons, the Publix located in archer doesn't sell scallops.
- scallops are collected during certain seasons
8. Going to a restaurant where each dish is 20$, and it's not as good as a place where you pay 10$
- You often pay for the environment , rather than the actual food or they need a better chef.
9. Sitting at the cinema , and you end up sitting with a loud popcorn eater or a talker.
- People sometimes don't realize how loudly they eat nor do many realize that there is other people around them watching the movie.
10. Eating at close table seating, and the person next to you is chewing loudly
-person wasn't taught proper table matters
11. During the first few weeks of classes,  lectures are packed with people to the point where you can't find seating.
- UF doesn't take into considerations that students don't tend to sit next to each other causing others to have difficulty finding a seat.
12. Receiving phone calls from the debt collector because you haven't been paying back your loans, credit cards, or university dues.
-Pay off your debt, and you won't receive calls or make a plan with them to pay an amount every month
13. When shopping at certain stores, you get bombard with credit card questions and whether or not you want to apply for one.
- It's the employees job to ask you these questions..
14. Driving around the city , and someone makes a sudden turn without their signal.
- Drivers tend to forget to turn their signal or they think they won't cause any accidents if they just turn.
15. Driving through the drive though and having to go back into the establishment because they messed up your order.
-Drive through can get hectic during busy hours, causing employees to forget things due to nervousness. Proper training is needed.
16. After purchasing items at Publix and realizing after you looked through your recipe that they didn't add the appropriate discount.
- Systems sometimes aren't up to date with the stores discounts
17. Living in Gainesville ,and having a chase bank account so you have to go to your local grocery store to get cash back.
- they need to open a chase bank because the majority of the students come from south florida where this bank is popular but Gainesville and UF make their profit via Wells Fargo
18. Living with roommates who don't clean their dishes or help take out the trash.
- Solve the issue by talking with your roommates or it will be unresolved
19. During the summer , only certain buses run and those that are running run on a specific limited schedule.
- Because there is only a few students studying during the summer, UF feels they don't need many buses to run throughout the day
20. Certain houses in gainesville don't have heaters, so during the winter you're cold!
- Gainesville houses are pretty old, thus not having heaters installed.

The only challenge I had with this assignment was how I was going to word it as well as determine the root of the problem.

Introduction

                                               WHO AM I? That is the question .

  Hello readers, my name is Stephanie and I'm going to tell you a little about myself . I was born in key west, but raised in miami by my separated parents . One is Venezuelan, and the other Turkish. You could say I had a interesting childhood cultural wise. Being culturally diverse allowed me to be able to connect to a lot of people and be able to travel to these beautiful countries around the world and be able to enjoy its food. I wasn't raised in a normal house hold like many of you. Weekdays were spent in my mothers house, and weekends were spent on my dads boat. One parent enjoyed meat, the other didn't. I won't say too much about my family because it's a little to personal to type down so i'll just tell more about me. Im a second year IA student at UF who got accepted shortly after I had to drop out of UcDavis due to financial problems.  My major is animal science , and I'm on a Pre-Vet track. After I graduate, I'm hoping to be accepted to veterinary school, unless I suddenly change my major or career path. Great thing about college is that you get to decide what you want to do with your life and whether or not what you planned on doing is something you still want to. So far I've traveled to : Germany, Cuba, Venezuela, all of Caribbean via sail boat, and Turkey. I hope to fill my passport with numerous stamps . Who knows, I might find my home in one of the many countries I'm hoping to travel to.

  I'll end this blog by saying " I'm too blessed to be stressed" because this semester for a lot of us is going to get messy real fast. Best of luck to you all!
   

My Entrepreneurship Story

   What is my entrepreneurship story? I personally don't have any stories of me doing anything related.  However, that doesn't mean I haven't been a part of other peoples entrepreneurship journeys. Being an Innovation Academy student allows me to meet new people such as, entrepreneurs and be able to see what new ideas they come up with . One of many, David Nassau founded a non-profit organization called, "Hopping 4 A Cure For Multiple Sclerosis". You may have heard of it either on your local news, or even on campus! The purpose of this organization is to spread awareness and raise money that will then go towards college scholarships, caregiver support, and medical research to those that are affected or diagnosed with MS. You can learn more about this organization and how you can be apart of it by looking it up on Facebook.  Since his first event in 2011, he has raised thousands of dollars from his hop-scotch tournaments and has even expanded to two more Universities other than UF.

  Individuals in the IA academy like David, are the reason why I love being a part of such a new but growing academy. ENT 3003 is actually a requirement for IA students . Reason why I'm taking this course is because it's part of my tracking for my minor in innovation. This doesn't mean that I'm hoping to just glide through this course and not gain anything of it . This course will allow me to gain insight on how I can use what I've learned and use it in the real world once I've graduated with a degree in animal science.