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I can't agree with this more. I am also studying Entrepreneurship, and after two years I feel that the experience has taught me countless invaluable lessons.
by ABrandt 17y ago
I can't agree with this more. I am also studying Entrepreneurship, and after two years I feel that the experience has taught me countless invaluable lessons. My time at college is as unique as the next guy's, but here is some of what I have acquired thus far:
Negotiation: Throw yourself in a 10'x10' room with a complete stranger for one semester and try not to learn a thing or two about negotiations. Sure you deal with subjects such as who picks the music to play that day, but the skills are surprisingly transferable to other areas.
Networking: College is the best time to get involved with that group or activity that you never quite got around to in High School. Join a club and you will inevitably meet a mature group of people that share your interests and aspirations--these people will be there for the rest of your life.
Time management: Get a jump start on what Steve Blank just outlined in his Epitaph for an Entrepreneur (http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=663432 http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=663432). You'll be busy as hell with a variety of activities, so you are literally forced to strike a balance. I've maintained a 4.0 GPA, held executive positions in my Fraternity, and kept a girlfriend happy so far. I know you can too.
The quality of education is not much to speak of, but if you have the money for college you should definitely go for it. Be prepared to be thrown out of your element and enjoy the ride. It will change your life.