Guest Speaker: Jon Goodman

I must admit that I was quite impressed by the discussion that we had with Jon Goodman; she brought some very valuable information to the table. I found that the best part of the discussion came after the formal discussion, when I was able to talk with Jon face-to-face rather than having to compete with the entire class for her attention.

Go into my scheduled interview that I had with Tim Hoover, the owner of Auto Claim Solutions, I felt much more adequately prepared than before I talked with Jon. The question that I had asked Jon was regarding what questions I should ask to get the best value for my time, as well as Tim's.

One of the most helpful suggestions that Jon gave me was to ask follow-up questions to the questions that I ask. In other words, after getting an explanation to a question that you have asked, clarify what you have heard so that you fully understand what was conveyed to you, and to show that you are actively listening to them, and that you are interested in what they have to say. This made the conversation much more active from both sides.

I liked her suggestion of stocking away 20% of what you earn so that you have that financial freedom to go off and be an entrepreneur. I often times have a hard time saving; the money always seems to burn a hole in my pocket. Obviously, this is an area that I need some more discipline in.