ACTIONABLE TAKEAWAYS
1. There are opportunities in the bamboo industry. How can you benefit?
1Bamboo is one of the most versatile plants. The Ministry of Industry,
Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries has been working with the Bureau
of Standards to standardise Jamaica’s bamboo industry. The
coronavirus may have stalled progress but the fact remains that
bamboo will still be a viable source of income for the foreseeable future.
Start thinking about starting a business in Jamaica’s bamboo industry.
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2. It’s okay not to have life completely figured out.
Society puts so much pressure on us to have a clear career path
from as early as grade ten. The truth is that life evolves. You can
only become the best version of yourself and find your true purpose
in life if you are true to yourself, pay attention to the lessons life is
teaching you and be bold enough to take on new challenges.
3. Mentorship matters.
3Successful entrepreneurs don’t trudge through the hills and
valleys of business alone. They have support from people who are
more seasoned. If you’re serious about building a successful
business, you need a mentor. Think carefully about the right
mentor, do your research and seek out a mutually beneficial
relationship where both you and your mentor 4are edified.
4. Always be prepared for opportunities.
You never know when a business opportunity could arise.
Always be prepared and accept opportunities that align with
your brand’s values and objectives. Opportunities slip by in a
flash when we’re unprepared.
5. Your personal brand is important.
5We often spend a lot of time developing the right business
image. Little attention is given to the power of our individual
brands. What message are you conveying to the world about
who you are? How can you better position yourself for
opportunities separate from your business?