This week in my Entrepreneurial class we watched Randy Pausch’s last lecture. In the lecture he talked about how he was able to achieve some of his childhood dreams. I think he was able to do this because he didn’t give up on his dreams. I think having dreams is an important part of who you want to become. As a pre-teen I wanted to be just like my dad. He is a hard worker, well respected and known for his honesty and integrity. I think I still have a long way to go to measure up to him, but I am on my way.
Lessons Learned
Having a bucket list helps keep you on track. We had to come up with a bucket list of fifty items for class this week. A friend of mine said she could only get to ten before she felt like she had nothing left to add. I was able to make it all the way to fifty, though I included things that weren’t as important as others.
Another thing I learned this week about bucket lists is it is okay if things drop off. Years ago I had great desires to be an Olympic Wrestling Referee. I was well on my way and had travel internationally to a few locations. I was at a turning point. My bucket list item to referee in the Olympics or be a father and a husband. It all came to a head when I couldn’t get enough time off to go on a family vacation and go to my wrestling activities. This decision was way harder than it should have been. In the end I chose my family. I gave up that bucket list item for another item I felt was much better. A family.
Lessons Not yet Learned
How to tactfully tell potential customers no. I recently had someone ask about helping them finish their basement. I wanted too help them but don’t know when I’ll fit it in. I scheduled a time only to realize it was on top of another appointment. I will have to sacrifice something else to fit it in. One day I’ll figure this out.
JJ Claymore Inc. 