Career as an Entrepreneur Essay

Thomas Edison was one of the greatest inventors and entrepreneurs of the Gilded Age, bringing forth great changes in our society many years ago. Some may be wondering why someone would say this, primarily knowing Edison as the inventor of the modern day lightbulb, but there is more to the inventor than meets the eye upon further examination. Entrepreneurs are defined by the Edison Innovation Foundation as “agents of change”, who create products and services for the world, thus creating massive…

marketing activities, and dedication to make her business a success. The VIBE Cheer & Dance Team was founded by Duran after she graduated from high school. Her love for the sport and her cheering career in high school motivated her to begin teaching classes. Passion is one of the main reasons why entrepreneurs start their businesses. “The people in this group started their businesses out of love for what they do, and they believe wholeheartedly that passion is a crucial quality of success.…

“While college is a good option for many people, it isn't for everyone and not going to a four year college doesn’t mean you can’t have a meaningful career,” says Anna Davies in her article “Why College May Not Be for Everyone”. Anyone can have a successful career without the need for a college degree (Davies 1). A college degree takes 2 years for an associate degree or a masters degree, 4 for a bachelor's degree, and doctorate or professional degrees usually take from 4 to 8 years. Throughout…

I have the lifetime goal of earning an advanced college degree in computer engineering and working for a company such as Google, Intel, or Microsoft. I have selected this career path because I want to develop innovative and cutting edge computer technology. I also hope my work efforts will reward me financially. I have completed or will complete several advanced placement courses prior to graduation. Beginning in middle school, I enrolled in advanced math and science courses. And I…

encourage the technology in the United States for the rest of his life. His invention of the assembly line, 5 dollar wage, and 5 day work week has changed how jobs are run and managed in the present age. Henry Ford changed the world in industry, the entrepreneur ship, and mass production His desire to build automobiles grew the industry very rapidly. Ford was an engineer who started working on gasoline engines in a small shack behind his house. Ford work on the farm with his family in a small…

I had the opportunity to meet an excellent entrepreneur, from whom, I have learned some valuable lessons. I am accustomed to hearing about entrepreneurs and their entrepreneurial roots; along the lines of having someone in their family that has been involved in a business or have owned one. I was glad to be able to interview Amit Rambaran, and get a different perspective on what it means to be an entrepreneur. Amit was not raised in a family which entrepreneurship was much of an option, for two…

In a search for a career aspiration my mind started exploring situations that demand a change. In this exploration I was involved in a social campaign which is to raise funds for the poor and needy. Here I came across a surprising incident where all the people irrespective…

Learning Journal 1. Based upon the information provided in class on the traits and characteristics of entrepreneurs, evaluate whether you fit the stereotype. Explain. Based upon the material we have covered in class on different types of entrepreneurs. I would consider myself as a Habitual entrepreneur, because I would like to start one business. The reason is, I think if I started on I could focus more on one thing. Also I wouldn’t want to sell something I worked on so hard to start. Plus if…

1. OVERVIEW 1.1 Who is Elim Chew? Elim Chew is the founder and president of the popular streetwear brand, 77th street, and is currently a leading youth and young adults streetwear fashion and accessories retail chain. Chew started off with a humble shop at Far East Plaza, and have since established a firm footing in Singapore’s fashion industry. 77th Street eventually ventured into the market of Malaysia in a partnership, where it was later sold off and renamed. Currently, she…

beginnings and work up to his successful career today. I will also briefly cover his introduction to the world of entrepreneurship, awards he’s received and appearances he’s made in television series. Marcus Lemonis was born in Beirut, Lebanon in 1973 (Strohm, 2016). Nine months after his birth Lemonis was adopted by a Miami couple. (marcuslemonis.com, 2017). At the age of 12 Lemonis started a lawn mowing business thus beginning his journey as an entrepreneur. (marcuslemonis.com, 2017). Upon…