Friday, January 31, 2020
Assignment 4A-Forming an Opportunity Belief
I breed Dobermans. In my experience I have learned there are a lot people that love dogs. While some love all dogs others prefer specific breeds. Whatever type of canine you prefer, it is a safe assumption that you want to be sure your best friend is healthy. All breeds are prone to a specific set of health problems. Mixed breeds on the whole may be healthier but may still struggle with many of the hereditary health issues present in pure bred dogs. The technology to identify these risk factors exists and through good stewardship we can work towards a time where these ailments will be a problem f the past. Our prototypical customer is someone who has owned a dog before and may now have a family of their own. I've interviewed hundreds of people in search of the perfect companion. Some people may not care about health issues if they are known to be common for the breed. This needs to change because demand drives the behavior of producers. Others are happy to know a dog is healthy but prioritize other traits above health-for instance size or color. This can also be problematic in that it perpetuates problems by not addressing them in favor of other preferences. Fortunately, a large percentage of pet buyers, especially ones with experience, value the health of their pet as a top priority. Among everyone that buys a puppy most will not be aware of their need to ensure their pet in genetically sound until they struggle with health issues. Everyone that buys a pet will eventually grow to realize how important genetic health is once they begin to accrue medical bills or will be grateful someone before them had the forethought to address this issue before their pet was born. To better address this we can increase awareness of responsible breeding practices for the 21st century and we can begin widespread genetic analysis of all breeding dogs which can eliminate many of these problems within a few generations.
Assignment 5A-Identifying Local Opportunities
Here are 5 articles that address current issues and may signal opportunity to entrepreneurs in these fields:
Are We in a Baby Boomer Retirement Crisis?
https://www.investopedia.com/articles/personal-finance/032216/are-we-baby-boomer-retirement-crisis.asp
As the largest generation in American history is set to retire there will be many opportunities presented in addressing the needs of this population.
In addition to the medical needs of boomers by 2030 we will experience the largest generational transfer of wealth in our history. Financial services companies and firms specializing in elder law will have a great opportunity to profit by helping boomers in the next decade.
Boomers
Here are five USCIS changes that will impact legal immigrants in the U.S. in 2020
https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/immigration/article239058173.html
As our government’s policies on immigration tighten there will be challenges ahead.
In the face of strict new policies and enforcement on immigration there will be a growing number of families desperate for a path to citizenship. A firm with a focus on immigration services should expect opportunity in this sector over the next decade.
Immigrants
Several 'Best' U.S. Hospitals Penalized Over Too-High Rates Of Infection, Injury
https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2020/01/31/801350993/several-best-u-s-hospitals-penalized-over-too-high-rates-of-infection-injury
Even hospitals considered top tier are having issues with unacceptable rates of infection or injury.
An opportunity my be present for any firm that is capable of addressing the spread of bacteria of infection rates.
All medical patients
Kidnapping Threat Is Higher For Native Women, So They're Learning Self-Defense
https://www.npr.org/2020/01/31/800822827/self-defense-classes-help-indigenous-women-fight-kidnapping-threat
Native American women are at a ten times greater risk of kidnapping/murder than the national average.
Martial arts instructors in the area have identified an opportunity to train these women in self defense to combat this increased risk
Native Women
Puerto Rico's Internet Voting Plan Threatens Election Security: ACLU
https://www.npr.org/2020/01/30/801098105/puerto-ricos-internet-voting-rule-threatens-election-security-aclu
As Puerto Rico launches its online voting platform, concerns are raised about the security of the island’s elections.
Firms specializing in the computer sciences are presented with an opportunity to address the concern of access for Puerto Rican voters and the challenge to do so in a way that ensures security.
Voters
Are We in a Baby Boomer Retirement Crisis?
https://www.investopedia.com/articles/personal-finance/032216/are-we-baby-boomer-retirement-crisis.asp
As the largest generation in American history is set to retire there will be many opportunities presented in addressing the needs of this population.
In addition to the medical needs of boomers by 2030 we will experience the largest generational transfer of wealth in our history. Financial services companies and firms specializing in elder law will have a great opportunity to profit by helping boomers in the next decade.
Boomers
Here are five USCIS changes that will impact legal immigrants in the U.S. in 2020
https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/immigration/article239058173.html
As our government’s policies on immigration tighten there will be challenges ahead.
In the face of strict new policies and enforcement on immigration there will be a growing number of families desperate for a path to citizenship. A firm with a focus on immigration services should expect opportunity in this sector over the next decade.
Immigrants
Several 'Best' U.S. Hospitals Penalized Over Too-High Rates Of Infection, Injury
https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2020/01/31/801350993/several-best-u-s-hospitals-penalized-over-too-high-rates-of-infection-injury
Even hospitals considered top tier are having issues with unacceptable rates of infection or injury.
An opportunity my be present for any firm that is capable of addressing the spread of bacteria of infection rates.
All medical patients
Kidnapping Threat Is Higher For Native Women, So They're Learning Self-Defense
https://www.npr.org/2020/01/31/800822827/self-defense-classes-help-indigenous-women-fight-kidnapping-threat
Native American women are at a ten times greater risk of kidnapping/murder than the national average.
Martial arts instructors in the area have identified an opportunity to train these women in self defense to combat this increased risk
Native Women
Puerto Rico's Internet Voting Plan Threatens Election Security: ACLU
https://www.npr.org/2020/01/30/801098105/puerto-ricos-internet-voting-rule-threatens-election-security-aclu
As Puerto Rico launches its online voting platform, concerns are raised about the security of the island’s elections.
Firms specializing in the computer sciences are presented with an opportunity to address the concern of access for Puerto Rican voters and the challenge to do so in a way that ensures security.
Voters
Assignment 3A-My Entrepreneurship Story
Hello Everyone,
My name is Cory Cannon. I have a little experience with entrepreneurship. I would categorize almost everyone on my father’s side as serial entrepreneurs. In the 1960s my grandparents started a distribution company in competition with Rite Aid that provided pharmacies in the south with first ad and cosmetic products. They were successful in that venture and transitioned to real estate in the 1980s by developing waterfront condominiums for tourists in Steinhatchee and Cedar Key and commercial properties in Tampa. My uncle and my dad hired microbiologists to found a clam hatchery in Cedar Key where they bred clam seed from the most desirable clam species for human consumption. They revolutionized the clam business in Florida by purging all harvested clams in purge tanks filled lab created salt water to produce the only clam on the market without the grit or sandy texture most consumers expect from this shellfish. They also were the first company in the United States to vacuum seal portions of clams that could be frozen, extending shelf life, and addressing the largest hurdle the industry faced. My dad was featured in Seafood Business Weekly for his involvement in these innovations and bringing them to market. Our clams can be found at any Costco. My father went on to start Oasis International Imports where he imported warm water lobster tails from South America. This was a big deal because in South America they have an abundance of lobster that is the same species as the Florida spiny lobster (Panulirus argus). While we all love spiny lobster we all have limited access to it due to state a federal regulation. My father addressed this by exporting them from where they’re abundant and getting them in restaurants across the US from the Mirage and Caesars Palace in Las Vegas to Hooters.
I’m taking this class to polish my abilities and reflect on successes and failures I have experienced with my last two businesses and to help me be successful with my current and future projects.
My name is Cory Cannon. I have a little experience with entrepreneurship. I would categorize almost everyone on my father’s side as serial entrepreneurs. In the 1960s my grandparents started a distribution company in competition with Rite Aid that provided pharmacies in the south with first ad and cosmetic products. They were successful in that venture and transitioned to real estate in the 1980s by developing waterfront condominiums for tourists in Steinhatchee and Cedar Key and commercial properties in Tampa. My uncle and my dad hired microbiologists to found a clam hatchery in Cedar Key where they bred clam seed from the most desirable clam species for human consumption. They revolutionized the clam business in Florida by purging all harvested clams in purge tanks filled lab created salt water to produce the only clam on the market without the grit or sandy texture most consumers expect from this shellfish. They also were the first company in the United States to vacuum seal portions of clams that could be frozen, extending shelf life, and addressing the largest hurdle the industry faced. My dad was featured in Seafood Business Weekly for his involvement in these innovations and bringing them to market. Our clams can be found at any Costco. My father went on to start Oasis International Imports where he imported warm water lobster tails from South America. This was a big deal because in South America they have an abundance of lobster that is the same species as the Florida spiny lobster (Panulirus argus). While we all love spiny lobster we all have limited access to it due to state a federal regulation. My father addressed this by exporting them from where they’re abundant and getting them in restaurants across the US from the Mirage and Caesars Palace in Las Vegas to Hooters.
I’m taking this class to polish my abilities and reflect on successes and failures I have experienced with my last two businesses and to help me be successful with my current and future projects.
Friday, January 24, 2020
Assignment 2A-My Bugs!
Bugs
We all have things that bug us day to day. Here is a list of 20 things that bug me and why they may happen:
1 Having to wake up early after a night of poor
sleep
a.
Stress, uncomfortable bedding, or noises/other
environmental issues
2 Long waits at a Dr’s or Vet’s office
a.
Often there are many people waiting to see one Dr.
There may be inefficiencies in medical scheduling procedure
3 When algae/mold grows on your brand new privacy
fence
a.
Fencing materials may hold moisture which ultimately
promotes plant/mycelium growth
4 When there’s a freeze and a pipe ruptures in a
hard to reach area.
a.
Pipes might not be properly insulated
5 When your device dies while you’re on the go
a.
Devices may be built to low mah/efficiency specs
6 When traffic lights stay red for too long while
there is no other cars in sight
a.
Traffic lights may be set on timers rather than being
set up with sensors
7 When fuzz balls from one item in a load sticks
to all your other laundry.
a.
What the fuzz producing item is made of or the
mechanism by which washers/dryers operate
8 How long/how difficult it is to properly season
a cast iron skillet
a.
The cooking surface may be excessively porous
9 When you step on gum and it sticks to your shoes
a.
How the gum is made or how the soles of shoes
respond to sticky substances
1 How difficult it can be to consistently get a
good sear on a protein
a.
Temperatures of cooking surfaces may be
inconsistent or might not get hot enough
1 Lawn mower maintenance-Why does it seem like every
time you have to cut grass or trim weeds your equipment gives you trouble?
a.
Equipment may be poorly made or under engineered
to deal with debris
1 Cutting grass in general
a.
It never stops growing! Why do we plant grass everywhere
anyway?
1 Getting a wrong order at a restaurant
a.
Wait/kitchen staff may be spread to thin or order
tracking may have deficiencies
1 A photo bomb on an otherwise perfect picture
a.
We get so focused on the person/object we are
photographing, untrained people may not immediately notice eyesores
1 Poor connectivity
a.
Undersized/under powered antennas in devices or too
far a distance between broadcast points
1 Hidden fees or unforeseen expenses
a.
We make financial decisions based on expected
costs. Unexpected costs can erode the buying power of a given budget
1 Spilling food or drink when driving
a.
Varying sizes of cups and cup holders or the design
of cup holders
1 When you forget something important and don’t
have time to turn back to get it
a.
Stress or lack of organization
1 Traffic on interstate
a.
Over congestion in a given area, too few lanes,
or inefficiencies in on or off ramp design
2 Being improperly dressed for the weather
a.
Many people may not always have time or may not
think to check the weather if it was nice the day before or if it is nice when
you get dressed for the day
At first it seems like it would not be
difficult to come up with 20 things that drive you crazy but in practice I kept
drawing blank. Although there are often situations when everyday things are
frustrating, I tend to just “suck it up”. Looking at the world through a entrepreneur’s
lens is definitely an interesting prospective.
Thursday, January 16, 2020
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