I interviewed Gary Brashear, who started his own company that is the middle man for construction machine parts between manufacturers and large producers like Caterpillar.
1) What does it mean to be an entrepreneur?
Answer: Entrepreneurs understand a need for something in society. When I started my business I knew that I would be able to make something successful with the idea I had. Entrepreneurs know when there is an opportunity.
2) What are the main things that need to be learned in order to become a successful entrepreneur?
Answer: Entrepreneurs need to learn to be disciplined and spend most of their time on their idea. If they slack off and don't put enough effort into something, someone else will and they will in the end be the real winners.
3) What should be taught in an entrepreneurship course?
Answer: An entrepreneurship course should teach students how to interact with customers and ways to advertise and entice new customers to consume whatever they are producing.
4) Are there any helpful tips or thoughts you have for new entrepreneurs?
Answer: Always strive to be the best and never worry if you fail or if something goes wrong. There is always a solution to a problem and there will be better days if something doesn't go right.
5) Is there anything you wish you knew before becoming an entrepreneur?
Answer: I just wish I was more disciplined and that I worried less when running my business. Running a business is very stressful when things didn't work out the way I wanted them to.
Reflection: Gary opened my mind more about how to be a successful entrepreneur. There are certain things that need to be learned in order for that to happen. He really emphasized discipline and putting in a lot of work and to not be scared or worried if something doesn't work out the way you expect it.
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