Summer becomes the perfect setting for young people to acquire entrepreneurial skills and prepare for the future.
In an effort to harness the potential of summer as a season of opportunity and learning, education and child development experts highlight the importance of fostering the entrepreneurial spirit in children and youth during this season. Beyond being a time of rest and fun, summer has become the ideal time for young people to develop business skills and acquire valuable knowledge that will be useful in the future.
The Kauffman Foundation, recognized for its work in promoting entrepreneurship, highlights that entrepreneurship offers children and young people the opportunity to face challenges, learn from mistakes and develop skills to make informed and evidence-based decisions (Kauffman Foundation , 2017). This critical reasoning ability is essential both in business and in everyday life.
Additionally, the stimulation of creativity is another key benefit of entrepreneurship during the summer. A study published in the Journal of Business Venturing indicates that creativity is a fundamental factor in the entrepreneurial spirit, since it allows you to identify opportunities and generate innovative ideas (Journal of Business Venturing, 2019). By exploring business projects during the summer, children and young people have the opportunity to develop their creativity and apply it in different aspects of their lives.
Summer entrepreneurship also gives children and young people the opportunity to gain practical business skills. According to research conducted by Harvard University, those who participate in business projects during the summer learn to set goals, manage resources, and work collaboratively with others (Harvard University, 2021). These business skills are valuable regardless of the career or profession they choose in the future.
In summary, promoting entrepreneurship during the summer becomes an invaluable investment in the personal and professional development of children and young people. It gives them the opportunity to acquire key skills, stimulate their critical thinking, develop their creativity and gain practical business skills. As parents and educators, it is essential to take advantage of this season to promote the entrepreneurial spirit and provide young people with the necessary tools to become leaders and agents of change in the business world.
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BENEFITS
By purchasing the book, parents and caregivers obtain the following benefits:
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Three low-budget entrepreneurship models that children and young people can put into practice, providing a step-by-step guide for business development.
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Access to the "Great Entrepreneurs" group, an online platform where children and young people can sell their products and services without additional costs, providing a real opportunity to market their ventures.
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Continuous support in the construction of business models, with guidance and support throughout the process to guarantee the success and sustainable growth of entrepreneurial projects.
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Return on investment of the book through sales generated by children and young entrepreneurs, fostering an entrepreneurial mindset and understanding of the value of work and income generation.
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Development of key skills, such as creativity, critical thinking, autonomy, practical learning, perseverance and teamwork, which are essential for children's personal growth and future success.
References:
- Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). (2018). "Entrepreneurship Education: A Road to Success." Retrieved from https://www.oecd.org/cfe/smes/Policy-Note-Entrepreneurship-Education-Success.pdf
- Kauffman Foundation. (2017). "The Importance of Entrepreneurship Education." Retrieved from https://www.kauffman.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/entrepreneurship-education-importance.pdf
-Journal of Business Venturing. (2019). "Creativity and Innovation in Entrepreneurship." Retrieved from https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/journal-of-business-venturing/vol/34/issue/4
- Harvard University. (2021). "Fostering Youth Entrepreneurship in Summer Programs." Retrieved from https://scholar.harvard.edu/files/fostering_youth_entrepreneurship_in_summer_programs.pdf
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