Last Wednesday, eager students in our two Year 10 Startup Business classes, engaged in a feedback session with real-world industry professionals.
Over the past few weeks, these students have been exploring the foundational aspects of startup culture, resulting in the creation of their very own product-based or service-based businesses.
They centre around their natural areas of interest or they represent products that can genuinely assist people in their daily life.
This special feedback session was filled with a wealth of ideas, advice and suggestions from adults with relevant business and marketing experience.
Guests included: Mr Pete Maynard - CyberMetrix, Mr Alex von Kanel - AutoBros & Texas HODL, Mr Joe Lydeamore - Bendigo Bank, Mr Dan Dempsey - Future Anything, Mr Gabriel Matt - Wilak Media, Ash - Elula Home, Ms Tahlia McCaffrey - From Zion, Mr Tate Ryan: Economic Development Program Leader - Logan City Council, and Father Dan Talbot - our very own College Chaplain.
All were impressed by the level of professionalism and enthusiasm shown by these Year 10s, and the advanced nature and thinking behind the concepts presented on the day.
One notable piece of advice emphasised the importance of resilience, underscoring that setbacks are a natural part of the entrepreneurial journey, and encouraging the concept of ‘failing fast’ to expedite learning from mistakes.
A big ‘thank you’ to the industry professionals who generously dedicated their time and ‘worklife wisdom’ to support our entrepreneurial students.
We are looking forward to seeing these students' results when their products and services are officially presented to the wider Canterbury Community on Showcase Day - Wednesday 5 June!