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John J Peterson

Young Entrepreneurs: Course Introduction

Updated: May 11



 

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Class Essentials:

  • Students and Instructors will need: Laptop or a Tablet

  • Internet connection/Wifi

  • Headphones/earbuds (to listen to videos quietly)

  • Smart Phone (If students have them)

  • Kids will need an EMAIL Address

 


Students and Instructors can start here!


This course has icebreakers for anyone taking this course in a classroom setting. We also have fun activities! For students at home, it would be a great idea to create a new Google Doc OR Word Document to jot down your great ideas. You should journal your experiences. Successful entrepreneurs are always taking note!


Welcome To Young Entrepreneurs!


1st CLASS ACTIVITY:

Here are some questions to start the class.

  • Share your name

  • Share something super interesting about yourself

  • Would someone like to share why they enrolled in this class?


 

CLASS ICEBREAKER!

Medusa:


Students stand in a circle. Countdown from 3, 2, 1, with all heads down & eyes closed. When counting reaches 1, all heads up to look towards someone. If 2 people are making eye contact, they are out. We can extend the game to 3 looks each. To spell the letters O.U.T.

 

Young Entrepreneurs Course Introduction


Let's watch this video on our own!


This course is for educational purposes only. Any entrepreneur who wants to start a consistent money-making business in the future should consult with their parents to help take the lead.


And remember to create that new BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT document in Google Docs or Microsoft Word (or any program like it) to keep your ideas alive.


Let's do that now! Then move onto the next lesson...






 

USE THESE VIDEO TRANSCRIPTIONS IF THE VIDEOS ABOVE DON'T LOAD!


VIDEO TRANSCRIPTION:


Instructor's Notes: We are so excited that you decided to teach this super fun and educational kid's entrepreneur course. Move through the course at your own pace. The course offers 10 sessions but that does not equate to "classes". If your class finishes before the sessions are complete, students can complete the course at home! They will continue to have course access for 2 weeks after the enrichment class ends.

All of the course content is online. You won't need to "teach" anything. Please guide students through the content and facilitate the course Activities and Icebreakers. Either you can read the course content to the students OR students can take turns reading any of the provided "text". Here is what you'll need to facilitate the class;

Class Essentials:

  • Students and Instructors will need: Laptop or a Tablet

  • Internet connection/Wifi

  • Headphones/earbuds (to listen to videos quietly)

  • Smart Phone (If students have them)

  • Kids will need an EMAIL Address


INSTRUCTOR’S NOTE:  You can create a CANVA "EDU" PROFESSIONAL Account FOR FREE by following the instructions below. Once an EDU account is established, instructors will email their students with "FREE" invites. The PRO account offers many more features than the “free” account. Students will be asked to create a free account but they will have much more fun using the Pro/Edu Account.


Create an EDU account here:: https://www.canva.com/education)

video instructions: https://youtu.be/yc4B2ShRZc4 

 

COURSE Introduction:


Have you ever thought about launching a business to make money by using your gifts, talents, and passions? Join “Young Entrepreneurs”, an exciting course that will help you tap into your creativity, help you embrace your interests and passions, spark your innovative thinking, and give you the skills to succeed in the business world. You'll learn how to sell products (like crafts, sneakers, lemonade, or even your own creations), or offer services (like babysitting, dog walking, tutoring, and lawn care). What do you LOVE to do? Turn your passions into a money-making business and discover the secrets entrepreneurs use to be lifelong leaders!

🚀 Course Highlights:
  • Engage in super fun group games and activities

  • Transform your interests and passions into exciting business ventures that will win you customers.

  • Discover the art of planning and using strategy.

  • Master the secrets of managing money and making your business dreams come true.

  • Dive into marketing and promotion to let the world know about your awesome product ideas or services.

  • Develop the magic touch of customer service and create lifelong fans of your business.

  • Step into the spotlight and present your ingenious ideas like a true entrepreneur.


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