INKPRINT VENDOPRO: IT'S A WRAP!
Like how autumn and relationships come to end in this approaching winter, this business venture journey comes to a close; to face another season ahead.
The last few weeks have not been easy. It was the weeks of revision, multiple product validation, and application of the things we learned from our Entrepreneurial Mind subject so far. In our final pitching, we produced the best that we can to give an output that would be qualified and substantial enough to call a ‘business venture’. Yet, the turn of events was never smooth at all. We faced multiple questions, errors, with nothing but embarrassment because we feel like we've never done it right, even after all the weeks and months of effort.
We were slammed with questions we've got no answers to. We came in confident and came out weary. However, we’ve learned from that experience how important it is to mindfully create the financial statements, to surely validate the feasibility of the business as well as the costs, and most importantly, to listen and apply suggestions and advice from mentors.
With those final moments, we've experienced a new type of feeling, but something we will never call ‘failing’. With all the sleepless nights, with all the struggles to make the ends meet, and to face our fears to speak in front of the panelists, makes the frightening final pitching a memorable and worthwhile experience.
It is due to ma'am Lovely being a responsible instructor that we learned how to cope with the aftermaths of our business venture. She, from the very start, has already reminded us how a start-up business requires strong will, determination, and multiple back-up plans until we’re left with nothing. She has taught us what it means to be humble, to persevere, and most importantly the essence of a business that does not only benefit the entrepreneurs but that it should have an impact and should benefit its community. She's a woman of empathy and compassion. We wouldn't have made it this far without her guidance.
Moreover, we believe that in this, we've put our utmost best. It was never as smooth as a marble countertop, and it was not always rainbows and sunshines. We don't always agree with each other’s opinions and ideas, but we have unitedly come to support each other hand in hand, from the crafting of the business title, to the making of PowerPoint presentations. Even in a short span of time, we learned a lot from each other. We learned how to be extra patient, to be understanding of the situations of others, to be open-minded to ideas, and to be cooperative. A goal would be hard to achieve when it's only a hand working. But with the group working together, we are able. It was never easy, but with people you know who got your back, everything feels light and bearable.
Hence, for almost four good months, this Entrepreneurial journey has come to an end. Thank you so much! To God be the Glory.
INSIGHTS:
— For almost four months of entrepreneurial journey. I am very grateful for having these teammates. Working alongside such a talented and dedicated group of individuals has been an incredible journey, and I am truly thankful for the privilege of being part of this team. The challenges we faced as a team were definitely worth fighting for. Also, I am very thankful for all the lessons and advice from our instructor Ma'am Lovely L. Tecson, all of your advice will remain in our heads, we couldn't make it this far without your guidance and mentorship. What I learned from this course is you need dedication, creative/innovative ideas, accept defeat and do better next time, always go for the opportunity that is given to you for our own growth development and success. Moreover, I appreciate the unique strengths that each team member brings to the table, contributing to our collective success.
As we move forward, we will still continue to support and inspire each other because I believe that together, we will reach even greater heights. xoxo ♡
[Documentation from the beginning of our entrepreneurial journey. August — December 2023.]
