Book Report – Art of the Start Chp 8-11

This report should cover the entire book BUT EMPHASIS AND FOCUS MUST BE on Chapters 8-11. BE SPECIFIC in the information you share and demonstrate that you have read the book as well as incorporated and analyzed the information and insights shared by the author. Stating that you “liked” or “disliked” the book is not sufficient. Your submission must demonstrate critical thinking as well as completion of the reading.

Read the required book and write about the overall experienceand impact of the book. Compare and contrast prior knowledge, experiences and perceptions with the concepts presented by the author. Students are encouragedto take notes whilereading chapters in order to develop a list of thoughts, feelings and attitudes about oneself and to record how those may have changed as a result of the readings. Experiences will be analyzed according to theoretical concepts and with discussion and illustration of how they conformedor diverged from the theoretical expectations and existing perceptions.Conduct additional research outsideofthe book and textbook to find resources and references that support analysis and positions stated in the report. Keep track of sources, which must be submitted in proper citation format in the written report. A minimum of three(3)outside citations are required for the term paper. The book and text book may be referenced BUT WILL NOT count towards the required additional resources.

THE REPORT SHOULD INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS CLEARLY ORGANIZED:
Suggestions have been provided within each section as a guide for what to include. Students are NOT limited to these items.
Provide a brief narrative summary of your experience reading the book.
Include details on factual information as well as personal feelings and impressions.
Provide details on why this was a meaningful book to read.
Reflect on the overall experience.
How has the reading aligned with individual goals, perceptions, or ideas going into the reading?
Has a deeper understanding of entrepreneurship been attained as a result of reading the book?
Have any individual perspectives or perceptions shifted –if so, how?

Use the following questions as a guide for your discussion on the overall experience. You are NOT limited to these questions:
What did you learn about yourself, your abilities, or your interests?
What did you “discover” as a result of the reading and the time spent in the course?
What types of challenges do you face and how do plan on dealing with them now that you have read the book?
What was the “best” aspect of the book?What was the “worst” aspect of the book?
Discuss the benefits of having read the book?
Describe ways in which the experience was enriching and educational.
Discuss ways in which the book has served to prepare you for the “real world”and your entrepreneurial journey.
What were your expectations going into thereading? Were they met? Why or why not?
What were you most surprised to learn about entrepreneurship? About yourself?
Provide an overview of your insights on entrepreneurship and launching a venture?
Discuss personal plans for the future –specifically as they pertain to entrepreneurship.
Did the book help to shape those plans?
How did this book change you and your perspective or reinforce your attitudes towards entrepreneurship and your plans for the future?