Currently taking on-line Business Theory class - Assignment
On Wed, 4 Jan 2006 22:07:28 -0500, "Noel said:
Franklyn,
I am currently taking on-line Business Theory class and to satisfy a couple
of first two assignments, I need to develop a summary of my so-called
"business" that I wish to start up as well as an interview of a small
business owner. I came up with "Hardwood Floor Installation" as my start-up
business. I came about your website during my research, and lo and behold,
you are an excellent candidate for my interview.
Actually, I only need three things to know for the interview: your greatest
challenges, pleasures and problems you've faced in owning/operating your
business.
Nothing fancy, just the simplest answer you can provide, please. Actually,
I've always been fascinated with hardwood floors and I might someday
consider going to that business after I retire from the Air Force; currently
stationed at Ft. Detrick, MD. I'm hoping to hear from you, if possible by
Friday. Sorry for a short notice. I appreciate anything you can share
about the business.
Thank you very much.
Respectfully,
Noel
I responded to this email with this
Interesting assignment. The hardest thing is just getting started. Learning not to look at obstacles as "Why I can't do it" but rather "How can I make it happen in spite of this problem".
I have found that every problem contains the "seed" to an Equal or Greater Benefit. I started "Challenging" this concept. Everytime I ran into a problem that seemed unsurmountable I would say to myself, "OK here's one that violates the rule...there can't be ANY BENEFIT coming from this problem!!" Everytime I started looking for the "seed" I discovered "Damn...there it is!!!" It happened so often I started expecting it. Obstacles aren't "STOP SIGNS"... They are DIRECTIONAL SIGNS". Take it to the bank!!
I soon discovered that this attitude gave me unique perspectives that people who didn't challenge this concept never saw. I don't know anyone who approaches the wood flooring business like I do. I teach do it yourselfers how to save money, and get satisfaction from helping.
I would say the defining moment that gave me pleasure was when a customer told me at the end of a job that I teach a lot more than just wood floors.
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http://www.woodfloorist.com/catalog.html
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