This presentation titled "Entrepreneurship," delivered by Amir Jahangir at the Silver Oaks Education System in Rawalpindi on August 17, 2024, is designed to inspire students to explore entrepreneurship as a viable career option. The lecture begins with an imaginative exercise, prompting st...
This presentation titled "Entrepreneurship," delivered by Amir Jahangir at the Silver Oaks Education System in Rawalpindi on August 17, 2024, is designed to inspire students to explore entrepreneurship as a viable career option. The lecture begins with an imaginative exercise, prompting students to reflect on their future aspirations. It then delves into the essence of entrepreneurship, defining it as the process of starting and running a business or creating something new that adds value to society. The presentation highlights the key characteristics of successful entrepreneurs, such as creativity, risk-taking, and leadership, and discusses the reasons to consider entrepreneurship, including independence, innovation, impact, and financial rewards. Additionally, it guides students on how to choose a career by encouraging self-assessment, research, and practical experiences like internships. The session emphasizes the connection between an entrepreneurial mindset and career success in any field. It provides steps to start an entrepreneurial journey, concluding with an interactive brainstorming activity to spark creative business ideas.
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Language: en
Added: Aug 17, 2024
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ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Amir Jahangir
Silver Oaks Education System,
Rawalpindi
August 16, 2024
IMAGINE!
Opening Question:
What do you want
to be when you
grow up?
Purpose of the Lecture:
Discuss how entrepreneurship
can be a career option and how
to make informed career
choices.
What are
your current
career
aspirations?
Understanding
Entrepreneurship
Definition: —starting
and running your own
business or creating
something new that
adds value to society.
Understanding
Entrepreneurship
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FOUNDER?
Understanding
Entrepreneurship
Characteristics of an
Entrepreneur:
- Creativity,
- Risk-taking,
- Problem-solving,
- Leadership,
- Resilience.
Why Consider
Entrepreneurship?
Why Consider
Entrepreneurship?
Independence:
Being your own boss and making your own decisions.
Why Consider
Entrepreneurship?
Innovation:
Opportunity to create something new
or
improve something existing.
Why Consider
Entrepreneurship?
Impact:
Ability to solve problems and make a difference in the world.
Why Consider
Entrepreneurship?
Financial Rewards:
Potential to earn and create jobs for others.
How to Choose a
Career?
How to Choose a
Career?
Self-Assessment:
Understanding your
interests, strengths, and
values.
What subjects or activities
do you enjoy and excel in?
How to Choose a
Career?
Research:
Importance of exploring
different careers.
Discuss the impact of
digital platforms, like
YouTube, LinkedIn, or
Coursera, for career
exploration and learning.
How to Choose a
Career?
Shadowing and
Internships:
Encourage seeking
opportunities to experience
different fields, through
internships or shadowing
professionals.
How to Choose a Career?
Flexibility:
Career paths are not always linear, and it's okay
to change directions as they learn and grow.
The Connection Between
Entrepreneurship and Career Choices
Entrepreneurial Mindset:
Adopting an entrepreneurial mindset
can help in any career—
problem-solving, innovation, and
leadership are valuable in all fields.
Creating Opportunities:
Entrepreneurship allows you to create
your own career path if traditional
options don’t align with your passions.
Steps to Start Your
Entrepreneurial Journey
Steps to Start Your
Entrepreneurial Journey
Identify a Problem or Need:
Look for problems in your community or daily lives that
you could solve.
Steps to Start Your
Entrepreneurial Journey
Start Small:
Do you know businesses that started as small projects
or side hustles?
Steps to Start Your
Entrepreneurial Journey
Learn Continuously:
Importance of learning new skills—coding, communications,
marketing, finance—through online courses or workshops.
Steps to Start Your
Entrepreneurial Journey
Seek Mentorship:
The value of finding mentors who can guide and support
during your journey.
Interactive Activity
Idea Brainstorming
Session:
Think about a business idea that
solves a common problem.
Key Takeaways:
- Spend time understanding yourself,
- Explore different careers,
- Consider entrepreneurship as an
option.
- Dream,
- Be bold,
- Think creatively,
- Do not be afraid of failure.
Q&A
Thank you
Q & A
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