Entrepreneurial Journal Blog

 I like to think of entrepreneurship, self-development, and accomplishing something meaningful. Randy Haykin stood out as a very special individual for me. His life inspired me even more as an entrepreneur, an investor, and a mentor since he was not only interested in business for profit; he upheld value-based ethics and tried to be a force for the good. I admired Haykin's risk-taking, his acceptance of change, and his inclination to bring meaning to work; I believe he was a true value creator, not out there for a livelihood or recognition. From the experiences of Haykin, I have learned that entrepreneurship is not merely about starting businesses or making profits; rather, it is about leading, having self-awareness, and being truly purposeful. I want to introduce two of these qualities, humility and the ability to divert one's focus, learn from failures, and mentor others into my own life. Relationships-giving back and holding integrity-are obvious ideals that end up being dis...

 This week we wrote a case study on Haykin who lived a life of everlasting learning. The journey of Randy Haykin from school to his first business odyssey demonstrates how lifelong learning and a sense of commitment create a mounting force for professional development. His approach to business includes continuous self-improvement and quick adaptation to changes that gave him the skills to maneuver in the highly unpredictable business world. This adaptability of his not only helped him stay with the pack in his industries but also helped him cushion any setbacks that might have occurred. A life-unending objective and unfaltering resilience found expression in his constant adaptation. The goal of lifelong learning has been instrumental for Haykin in the various pathways of his business endeavors while being an astute leader who diligently applied it in weighing decisions on situations that came his way.  Just like that, as I try to carve out my professional path, I want to devel...