Shad Watson- My Entrepreneur Journey

This week was very interesting. I was able to learn a lot from all of my classes, but especially this weeks lesson in this class about being, becoming a disciple leader. When we think of the word disciple, we quickly think of Christianity and Christs disciples. When we break down the word disciple what does it really mean? According to google it means: a personal follower of Jesus during his life, especially one of the twelve Apostles. Like I said, this is one of the most common ways to think of a disciple. But, the second definition is “A follower or student of a teacher, leader, or philosopher.” I think this definition and take on disciple is very interesting and intriguing. Being a disciple leader then means much more and we can really apply it in any industry and in any field of study. We have all heard that some of the greatest leaders are the greatest followers. This is very true, especially when we talk about Jesus Christ. Throughout His time here on earth, He continually poin...

This week we learned about over coming challenges and obstacles in our Entrepreneur life. This was very fitting because I feel like there are constant obstacles to overcome not only in business but in life as well. One of my favorite speeches that I read this week was “However long and hard the road” by Jeffery R Holland. One of the best quotes from that speech was when he said “ Take advantage of every opportunity to learn and grow. Dream dreams and see visions. Work toward their realization. Wait patiently when you have no other choice. Lean on your sword and rest a while, but get up and fight again. Perhaps you will not see the full meaning of your effort in your own lifetime. But your children will, or your children’s children will, until finally you, with all of them, can give the Hosanna shout.” That really stuck with me because I feel like a lot of times when we are dreaming or seeing visions of ourselves accomplishing some great thing, immediately after we begin to see all o...

This week in class we learned a lot about the 7 habits of highly effective people. Those habits are first, be proactive. Second, Begin with the end in mind. Third, put first things first. Fourth, think win/win. Fifth, seek first to understand, then to be understood. Sixth, Synergize. Seventh, sharpen the saw. Although each of these habits stood out to me individually in separate ways, being proactive, synergize, and sharpen the saw really inspired me, and stood out to me most. Being proactive is not something that is easily done especially when no one is around telling you what to do. Business owners, especially early entrepreneurs find themselves in this situation. They are trying to start something and they have to be proactive to get anything done. I believe that those who are successful are pros at being proactive instead of reactive. Overall, learning how to be proactive instead of reactive in life, and in situations is a powerful tool and habit to have in life. Second was syner...