Introduction

This blog was created to motivate young people aged between 18 and 35 years that has a business idea and do not know how to take the next step towards reaching the goal. Similarly the content of this page is to rase awarness among parents, educational centers, local government and the central government, since it´s imperative that we considerate the social and economic imbalance that affect´s the youth, with the objective to promote entrepreneurial culture.

Today this population must be eduucated beyong the academic side, they shouk be seen as creative agents of leadership wealth`s generators, since the belong to the future and he future belong`s to them, promoting the establishment ofnew companies as part of an explicit public policy, considering that these new business creations has been inferred from the process of an economic development at the point that some countries hs fallowed.

How do you personally define success?

Success is fulfillment – fulfillment in your job or project, fulfillment in your life, and fulfillment in your bank account!

Entrepreneurship must become the engine that motivates youth

Young people with creativity, values, vocation, capacity for dialogue, team work ethics, critical thinking, innovative, humanistic and finally a leader, must be transformed in agents of change may contribute to the development of our society and help forge new generations of leaders to forge a new culture of vision, reflection, and with higher levels of competitiveness and quality requirements’ to generate renewed forms of development.

Starting a business is tough enough, and when you're young and inexperienced, the challenge of building credibility is an added pressure. But if you`re young don´t let your age get in the way.

How to be taken seriously as a young entrepreneur

Tip #1: Associate yourself with people of stature/experience
Stepping into an industry full of experienced people may put you in the back of the room. Surround yourself with people of stature or those who are respected in your industry or community and quickly others will see the assumed value in your brand.

Tip #2: Learn from others
Depending on your market, it can be assumed you are not the first person to venture into this field; there are many others who have worked within your given market. Use those with experience as a learning tool and build your experience off of the likes and dislikes of others.

Tip #3: Ask a lot of questions
No question is a dumb question when it comes to building a brand. Ask everyone and anyone questions, build a wealth of knowledge in multiple channels and become your own expert within your market.

Tip #4: Take educated risks
Building a brand or business comes with risks. There are no guarantees you will succeed but if you do not take the risk you may never have the opportunity to succeed.

Tip #5: Create credibility with monumental marketing efforts
Step onto the scene with monumental moves such as loud marketing efforts, if the financial resources allow you do to so.

Tip #6: Believe in yourself/ brand
If you do not believe in your idea how you do expect others to believe in it? Approach every situation and meeting with pride and showcase your business with the passion and dedication it took to build your brand.

Profile

Name: Lissa Ivannia Freckleton Owens
ID:701260647
Nationality:Costarrican

Home address:First District, San Juan 200 meters north of the campus of Caribbean second entrance “Gemelos”, 125 north, white house, one level.

Studies:
University: University of Science and Technology (ULACIT)
City: San José
Carreras: Careers: Bachelor Systems Engineering, Business Administration
(in course)

High School: -Colegio Técnico Profesional de Limón, Technical Accounting
-Colegio diurno de Limón, General education


Studies, Courses, Seminars

Especialización:

•Network installation LAN Instituto Costarricense de Computación, San José
•Support and maintenance of Instituto Costarricense de Computación S.J
•Formulation of business plans INA
•Development Costs For small business INA
•Local Management with a Gender Perspective (Center for Democratic Studies of Latin America CEDAL and Foundation for Local Development and Municipal and Institutional Strengthening of Central America and the Caribbean DEMUCA-Curso de ley de contratación Administrativa y su reglamento (IFAM)

Professional Experience

-JAPDEVA
Departments: Departments: Supply of materials, computers, documentation Officers, Supervisors

-BANCECO: Computers department
-Local Government: Coordinator of the technical department of the proyect City Port of Limon.

I am currently taking steps to realize my dream of being an entrepreneur, currently preparing amendments to the business plan that will be submitted to the lender for loan approval and parallel processing the legal platform of the company.

The business that I will establish is a restaurant in the Costa Rican Caribbean. I have the vision to create other outlets in the province and other parts of the country.