Jessica's Blog

Social enterprises are crucial in today’s society, when there are so many social causes that need our attention. Free the Children is one such enterprise that aims to make a positive difference in the lives of children living in poverty. This organization is something I have personally been involved with during my high school years, as I worked with my peers to raise money for this cause. So what makes Free the Children a social enterprise? For one thing, it was started by a boy who became a social entrepreneur….read more

Since Business 101 students are presenting their business plan projects this week, I decided to look into some of today’s greatest business speakers. I came across a blog post discussing some of the best talks that have taken place at the Technology Entertainment Design conferences. This post turned out to be useful because it shows some videos of great business speakers in action. What I noticed about these speakers is they show a great level of confidence and leadership when they speak, which are great qualities to display during any presentation. Not only that, but…read more

After reviewing what it means to be an entrepreneurial business, there is one company that comes to mind that has made a huge impact on the computer and electronics industry. The company I am referring to, is Apple Inc. Founded in 1976 by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, Apple Inc. grew very quickly after its start-up, and possesses many other qualities of an entrepreneurial company. Perhaps the most prominent entrepreneurial characteristic that Apple is known for is its use of innovation. Apple put its own spin on the personal computer with the Macintosh, and…read more

In Business 101, we have discussed how important it is for businesses to cut back on energy use, become more fuel efficient, and increase the use of renewable energy. While some companies are starting to take these steps in the hopes of gaining value for their business and a competitive advantage, it is interesting to note that, in fact, the renewable energy industry itself is facing problems. Currently, the world’s top executives in the renewable energy industry are feeling the heat after being hit hard by the recession. The euro crisis and a rise in the…read more