Attending the entrepreneurship panel event was a great experience to learn about others experiences and reflect on my own opportunities. The panel consisted of seven panalist with a variety of businesses from Maryland Brand Management to Eat Pizza to Enterpise Rent-A-Car. One of my favorite panalist was Chris Daley who started his own public relations business called Whirlaway LLC. As a Business Communication major I found a deep interest in how he decided to create his own brand. Many of the entrepreneurs there said similar things such as they all held the mind set that they see something and can do it better so they decide to go out and do that. They also gave great advice such as to start networking and setting short and long term goals for yourself.
This event helped me see further into my career goals as for what my passion is. I know I want to use my business communication skills I just wasn’t sure where. One of the speakers, Elizabeth Trimm said that it is important to know your why and find the passion to push yourself. I have always had a passion in helping others. For the past few years I have been deeply interested in helping refugees and immigrants. This class has helped me see this also as the issue comes up in my everyday life. I find myself drawn towards this social justice issue and after listening to entrepreneurs share their experiences I know it is important for me to use my degree skills towards something I am passionate about.
Packet handed out at the event with information and space for notes.