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Reid and I decided to record a chat of the two of us just talking about various issues that entrepreneurs face on their path to success. We simply chatted in an unscripted, down-to-earth, and raw fashioned style that came out really well. Sure, we didn’t agree on everything, but would it be fun if we did? Nah. It was a great podcast and Mind Petals plans on rollin’ out these uncut podcasts more often, with various young entrepreneurs
Here are some of the topics that we covered in the podcast:
Extra Ways to Make Cash
- Reid spoke about becoming a part of focus groups and making $75 – $120 per hour to review a service.
- I spoke about finding Java programmers to do assignments for friends in need of help.
Motivational / Self Help books
- I tried to convince Reid that “it’s the entrepreneur’s duty to read books.”
- Reid felt that entrepreneurs don’t need books to succeed in life – just talk to people!
- We eventually came to a common-ground: entrepreneurs should read books – just the right books!
- Books mentioned: Never Eat Alone, Buffetology, and Rich Dad Poor Dad.
Educations vs. Certification
- Reid spoke about his parents being worried about him not excelling in school.
- I got into the flow as I began telling my story about school not teaching people to become entrepreneurs, but simply “certifying” them to work for someone for the rest of their lives.
- Do entrepreneurs need school?
Friends
- Who are entrepreneurs hanging out with?
- Surround yourself around other ambitious and motivated people.
Fear and Risk
- So many students are scared to take a risk even when there isn’t much to lose.
- It’s time to get over the word “No.”
- Entrepreneurs need to build up a tolerance for rejection and carry out their plans.
- Forget what people say and make things happen.
Talking or Creating
- Many student entrepreneurs talk a lot but don’t do much.
- If you’re so passionate about becoming successful, then why aren’t you doing what you love?
- You call yourself an entrepreneur?
Mind Petals
- The future of our network.
- Looking for hungry, passionate, motivated, serious, and ambitious entrepreneurs.
- Keeping it focused on young entrepreneurs.
- Not limiting entrepreneurs to just one network.
- How we seek entrepreneurs for membership.
- Our Vision.
Wrappin’ it up
We hope you enjoyed our chat, banter, arguments, whatever it was… we definitely did! Two passionate entrepreneurs talking about their lives and experiences – can’t get more real than that! Keep an ear out for more entrepreneurs chatting up a storm on Mind Petals. And if you’re a young entrepreneur that would like to chat with us on a podcast, then right on! Let us know.
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Great post Dave! I enjoyed discussing these various topics with you. We will definitely have to do it again.
Thanks dude… I had a great time talking about entrepreneurship with ya — it was awesome! Yup, this do this again and get some more young entrepreneurs in the mix!
Good podcast. I’ve done a few in my day (maybe 4?) and the only thing I would suggest is working a bit more on the production. The contrast in the quality and pitch of the voices distracts from the excellent commentary. Also, you should start off with some interesting intro music.
I liked the podcast. The fear and risk part was great. I need to practice being rejected more.
Reid sounded great and clear and David sounded a little faint. No big deal though. It was still good.
Thanks for the support guys. Yeah… I really do need to purchase a decent podcasting kit; the next one will be much clearer; heck, I may even add an intro of some funky music..hehe… THANKS for the excellent feedback!
Great podcast guys! It was longer than I was expecting but it didn’t sound like expected it to go that long either. Either way, nice discussion! I look forward to hearing more.
Thanks, Chris. Indeed, expect some more great podcasts in the mix!
David:
Congratulations on the launch of Mind Petals. It is a great iea, well executed and I look forward to watching your growth. Consider adding videos of university speeches if possible. There is a whole world for you to network this site through (i.e. all 500 Collegiate Entrepreneur Organizations “CEO Clubs” should profile Mind Petals on their websites). You are providing a valuable tool as there are many entrepreneurial minded students out there that do not have the resources needed to guide and encourage them in the academic world. Keep it up!!!
@ Ash
Thanks for the support of Mind Petals, Ash. Adding videos and even more podcasts is an excellent idea and something that we have been planning out for the future of the network. Indeed, MP in connection with Collegiate Entrepreneur Organizations is the perfect match and the synergies and network effects could be amazing and unlimited — this is one of the network’s aims. Thanks again! We’ll never stop providing helpful content for entrepreneurs!
Finally got a chance to listen to this podcast! … the topics raised are definitely issues I’ve faced and I believe many other aspiring young entrepreneurs face.
e.g. whether to go to college or not, hanging around the right people, learning through experience more-so than from a book, handling criticism, ignoring parents telling you to get a job etc
Great stuff guys!
cheers
nathan
Thanks, Nathan.
Glad that you found it helpful. We just tried to speak our minds and touch on those topics that many of us — ourselves included — face as young entrepreneurs.
rock on.
Some of your comments truly impressed me, David and Reid. Work well done, I must say. Keep up the good work!
Mari, thanks a lot. I appreciate the positive feedback. Keep an ear out for more great podcasts!