Halfway Reflection

1) Tenaciousness is a competency. What are the behaviors that you have used (or developed) to keep up with the requirements of this course? 

I have utilized a few key behaviors. One is designating a set time every week to work on weekly assignments. Regardless of what comes up or which opportunities arise, I know I have committed a certain time every week to finish the assignments on time. Secondly, I watch the lectures consistently and take notes on all the content. This helps during cupcake preparation. I am also intentional about being in spaces where I can focus to work. Since many assignments are written, I ensure I have ample and quiet time to focus on the details of most assignments. 

2) Tenaciousness is also about attitude. Talk about a moment or two when you felt like "giving up." What pulled you through? Do you feel like you've developed a tenacious attitude during the past two months? What experience or experiences most contributed to this?

I felt like giving up during the longer assignments, such as interviewing people for the business opportunity. What pulled me through is recognizing how much I was able to finish the assignment and how irrational some of my complaints were. Also, dedicating time to focused work also helped me limit the distractions that were keeping me from making progress or feeling like it was too much work. Furthermore, I took breaks to be able to pace myself with all the writing. These aspects all contributed to the tenacious attitude I have developed. Instead of just lowering my head and clenching my teeth, I have taken time to rest and recharge with better understanding for why I am taking this class in the first place. This has improved understanding of the impact this work can have on my own development. 

3) Three tips. What are three tips you would offer next semester's student about (1) fostering the skills that support tenacity and (2) developing the 'tenacious mindset' ?

1. Take breaks and make time for rest to re-charge and remember why you are taking the class. How does it connect to the bigger picture?

2. Dedicate ample and specific time throughout each week to focus on the assignments

3. Think and reflect/understand the practical application of the work you are doing and how it can connect to and prepare you for work in the future, either in your career or in your career as an entrepreneur. Much of the material we learn here is very practical and valuable to use in the future!