Students will gain understanding about (1) employee vs business ownership, (2) knowing the 4 Phases of opportunities and making the most of them, (3) 3 requirements to “see the money,” (4) grasp understanding of the "Sales Funnel," (5) identify sales targets - their needs, problems, and questions, and (6) exposure to 4 of the top finance/business books.

I’ve started 4 companies and learned valuable lessons from each. 
•	I’ve hired, trained, and helped launch >50 staff. 
•	I have had > 10 student interns working in various capacities in companies I’ve owned. 
•	I love guiding students to prepare to be business owners. 
•	Most of my closest friends are entrepreneurs and business owners. 
•	Business mentoring, coaching, and teaching are among my strongest gifts.

Homework Offered
4 Quizzes reviewing the main points of the previous class teaching topic and book review.

Preparation of business model plan for class presentation following the following topics.
1.	Phases necessary for personal business success
2.	How to analyze and recognize a good business plan: demand, product, and margin.
3.	Know your sales targets - their needs, problems, and questions. 
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
4 quizzes (40%).
Participation in the class discussion (30%).
Student business presentation (30%).
Grades Offered