It’s Getting Busy

We have covered a lot in the first days of class, yet we have spent no time on "real" marketing. Don't worry—we'll get there soon. Here are the key reminders: Get the disclosure done and the student info. Form as well. Get your class fees and ropes course fees paid in the office ASAP so you can join us on the trip!

Your Calendar of Events, and Activities

Cool ads and packaging

Entrepreneurship Assignment

Click below for the budgeting worksheet that I was struggling to get on line. This assignment is due WEDNESDAY!
Basic%20Budgeting%20Worksheet.doc

State Test Schedule

Periods 1, 3, and 4 on January 16th
Periods 5, 7, and 8 on January 17th

8 January 2008

Period 1-Marketing

Sales presentations. The good and the bad . . . but no ugly! Finish next time.

Period 3-Advanced Marketing

Worked on projects.

Period 4-Entreprneurship

Watched a video on marketing your inventions. Solid content. You assignment for the successful entrepreneur's videos:

For each individual featured on a video write a paper. The paper has two parts: Part 1 should be about the personal character traits that made that entrepreneur successful, or ones that might have hindered their efforts. Part 2 is about the contributions they made to their industry specifically or to entrepreneurship in general.

Type it. One page per entrepreneur. Include a table of contents. Cute covers are nice-but no bonus points!

3 January 2008

Period 5-Marketing

Practiced sales presentations and watched a portion of a presentation DVD. It's for real next time!

Period 7-Retail

Time to get busy. See me for details

Period 8-Marketing

Practiced sales presentations and watched a portion of a presentation DVD. It's for real next time! Talked about my winnings and early retirement.

2 January 2007

Period 1-Marketing

We talked about the presentation and my new found wealth. Then we watched a sales video.

Period 3-Advanced Marketing

Reviewed next 3 weeks of goals

Period 3-Retail

Practice test—still no packets turned in.

Period 4-Entrepreneurship

We played on the computer and discovered new web 2.0 applications that are "cool." See blog entry below.

Look here Entrepreneurship Class

Spend an hour or more checking out the sites listed below. Then select the three "coolest" programs/sites. Tell what they do, why you like them and how you would use them in business. then email or give it to me. Make sure your name is on it!

http://simplespark.com/

http://www.go2web20.net/

check out these photos (click here)

19 December 2007

Period 5-Marketing

Today you got together in pairs (at least those of you who brought your product) and practiced closing techniques. We also determined the order of presentations. Bring your products on the 3^rd. Presentations begin on the 7^th.

Period 7-Retail

Prepped for the state test and worked on opening the store and your packet.

Period 8-Markeitng

Mr. Whitelock spoke about PROFIT—some good ideas for your presentation. Then you spent time in pairs (at least those of you who brought your product) and practiced closing techniques. We also determined the order of presentations. Bring your products on the on the 2^th. Presentations begin on the 4th

18 December 2007

Period 1-Marketing

After silent reading we discussed the close of the sale and then you were given a handout on the topic. You completed an assignment and turned it in at the end of class. Read 15.1 for next time and bring your product.

Period 3-Advancdd Marketing

I am nervous—no one is talking to me about your project!

Period 3-Retail

We discussed corporate culture . . .

Period 4-Entreprneurship

Teamwork through an activity on being stranded on the Colorado River!

17 December 2007

Period 5-Marketing

After an abbreviated silent reading we discussed the purpose and timing of the close of the sale. Then you were given a handout that included an exercise about closing the sale. We will do a bit of role-playing next time. Be sure you have read Chapter 15.1. BRING YOUR PRODUCTS!

Period 7-Retail

Placed a few orders and prepped for state test.

Period 8-Marketing

After an abbreviated silent reading we discussed the purpose and timing of the close of the sale. Then you were given a handout that included an exercise about closing the sale. We will do a bit of role-playing next time. Be sure you have read Chapter 15.1. BRING YOUR PRODUCTS!

14 December 2007

Period 1-Marketing

We followed silent reading with the Tom Hopkins video. Then each student was assigned the task of finding as many different closing techniques as possible on the computer. Copy the name and description of the closing technique.

Period 3-Advanced Marketing

Completed the written project for submission

Period 4-Entrepreneurship

After silent reading we talked about the Apple fanatics as customers. Then, as luck would have it, we watched our Successful Entrepreneur video on Steve Wozniak.

13 December 2007

Period 5-Marketing

After silent reading we studied for the re-take of chapter 14. Hmmm. Most did better than the last time (which should be no surprise!). However, everyone did not do better than 80%. We watched a video by Tom Hopkins on selling. If you were paying attention—you picked up some good ideas for your presentation.

Period 7-Retail

You guys worked good as a group on studying for the state test. Make sure youget your packet done as well.

Period 8-Marketing

No silent reading today—got right at studying for the re-take. Most did better than the last time (which should be no surprise!). However, everyone did not do better than 80%. We watched a video by Tom Hopkins on selling. If you were paying attention—you picked up some good ideas for your presentation. And if you took notes-you got some free XC.

11 December 2007

Period 5-Marketing

After silent reading we reviewed the worksheet. Then we looked at objections and overcoming objections. Followed this by getting into pairs and practicing answering objections. Finally, finished up with a quiz (one that indicates you guys do not read the chapter and/or study—most of you anyway.)

Period 7-Retail

State test prep and completion of packet.

Period 8-Marketing

After silent reading we reviewed the worksheet. Then we looked at objections and overcoming objections. Followed this by getting into pairs and practicing answering objections. Finally, finished up with a quiz (one that indicates you guys do not read the chapter and/or study—most of you anyway.)

 

 

December 6 and 7

 

Period 1-Marketing

Begin with Silent Reading for 15 minutes. Have students read Chapter 14 and complete the worksheet packet. Bring product next class period.

ADSVISORY-

Pass out report cards

Watch video

Period 3-Advanced Marketing

Most are with me, the rest can work on their projects.

Period 3-Retail

They will take care of the store and study for the state test.

Period 4-Entrepreneurship

Begin with Silent Reading for 15 minutes. Read Chapter on Pricing. Do the case study. May also spend time on the alternative assignment which is DUE ON OR BEFORE TODAY!!!!!

 

 

December 7 2007

 

Period 5-Marketing

After silent reading we did a worksheet on various steps of the sale—all related to your product. If you were gone—get it done. Complete reading Chapter 14 for next class and be ready for a possible quiz.

Period 7-Retail

Continued to work on both your packet and the state test preparation.

Period 8-Marketing

After silent reading we did a worksheet on various steps of the sale—all related to your product. If you were gone—get it done. Complete reading Chapter 14 for next class and be ready for a possible quiz.

5 December 2007

Period 5-Marketing

After silent reading we watched a shot video from Mark Scharenbroich. Get the message? We then went through Chapter 14.1. Read the rest of 14 and bring your product for next class.

Period 7-Retail

You continued to work on the competency packet and prep for the state test.

Period 5-Marketing

After silent reading we watched a shot video from Mark Scharenbroich. Get the message? We then went through Chapter 14.1. Read the rest of 14 and bring your product for next class.

4 December 2007

Good to be (almost) back among the living!

 

Period 1-Marketing

My sickness is your good fortune. A chance to earn extra credit today for reading select marketing articles.

Period 3-Advanced Marketing

Work on semester project

Period 3-Retail

You have a packet and the state test prep to do.

Period 4-Entreprneuship

Silent reading, video on making the most of HS, article on entrepreneurship and covered the first part of Chapter 11.

Northern Region Invite Photos (click here!)

30 November 2007

Period 1-Marketing

Silent reading followed by the quiz on Chapter 13.

Period 3-Retail

IT is a Friday—deep cleaning of the store

Period 3-Advanced Marketing

Project deadlines are nearing—get moving!

Period 4-Entrepreneurship

Silent reading followed by a Quiz on Chapter 10

29 November 2007

Period 5-Marketing

You did silent reading and then a feature-benefit sheet with your product (for those who brought one). Some of you realized you might want to rethink your product selection! Quiz on Chapter 131 next class period.

Period 3-Retail

Completed product assignment reported to me on Wednesday.

Period 4-Entrepreneurship

You did silent reading and then a feature-benefit sheet with your product (for those who brought one). Some of you realized you might want to rethink your product selection! Quiz on Chapter 131 next class period.

28 Wednesday 2007

Period 1-Marketing

You did silent reading and then a feature-benefit sheet with your product (for those who brought one). Most of you realized you might want to rethink your product selection!

Period 3-Retail

Make product recommendations to me today. Some good ideas.

Period 3-Advanced Marketing

Worked on projects—maybe not the most productive use of your time. See me if you need additional help before or after school.

Period 4-Entrepreneurship

Worked on project for half the period and the chapter for the second half. In between we talked about seizing opportunities.

 

27 November 2007

Period 5-Marketing

Silent reading followed by reading your text (Chapter 13), Worksheet packet. BRING YOUR PRODUCT TO SELL NEXT TIME!!!!! We will review the packet after you turn it in at the beginning of class.

Period 3-Retail

Completed product assignment and will report to me on Thursday.

Period 8-Marketing

Silent reading followed by reading your text (Chapter 13), Worksheet packet. BRING YOUR PRODUCT TO SELL NEXT TIME!!!!! We will review the packet after you turn it in at the beginning of class.

26 November 2007

Period 1-Marketing

Silent reading followed by reading your text (Chapter 13), Worksheet packet. BRING YOUR PRODUCT TO SELL NEXT TIME!!!!! We will review the packet after you turn it in at the beginning of class.

Period 3-Retail

Completed product assignment and will report to me on Wednesday.

Period 3-Advanced Marketing

Half of you were out sick or "sick" and the rest worked on projects.

Period 4-Entrepreneurship

Covered Chapter 10 (Marketing Plan) in class Read 10.2 at home and we will have an assignment in class on Wednesday.

Fall Leadership Pictures (click here)

19 November 2007

Period 1-Marketing

Silent reading was replaced with studying for the quiz. Took the quiz and then watched Gitomer.

Period 3-Retail

Worked on your own in the store

Period 3-Advanced Marketing

Watched a video on utilizing new media for marketing success. Discussed viral and the need for it to be worth of being spread.

Period 4-Entreprneeurship

Silent reading and then the Secrets of Self-Made Millionaires by Brian Tracy.

15 November 2007

Period 1-Marketing

After silent reading everyone worked on a worksheet involving the internet and the quality of web sites in terms of their ability to sell.

Period 3-Retail

Completed packets and the operations assignment

Period 3-Advanced Marketing

Worked on projects

Period 4-Entrepreneruship

After silent reading you got your shot at me with an evaluation form administered by Mr. Firmage. Then, since it is Thursday—you wired in groups until the last 15 minutes of the period at which time we discussed concerns.

14 November 2007

Period 1-Marketing

We had silent reading and then proceeded to cover chapter 12.1. You need to read 12.2 for next class and begin thinking about your product/service that you will sell.

Period 3-Retail

Worked on packets (must be done for next time) and had an assignment on operation based on your reading.

Period 8-Marketing

We had silent reading and then proceeded to cover chapter 12.1. You need to read 12.2 for next class and begin thinking about your product/service that you will sell.

Store Layout (pdf) for Entrepreneurship

store layout

Store layout jpg for Entrepreneurship

store layout

13 November 2007

Period 1-Marketing

Silent reading and then a discussion about Zig's video.

Period 3-Retail

Turn in packet and an assignment on operations/product mix

Period 3-Advanced Marketing

Worked on projects. Remember to post updates.

Period 4-Entrepreneurship

Silent reading and then a few minutes to review for the quiz. Read Chapter 9 and do the store layout assignment given out in class.

12 November 2007

Period 5-Marketing

Silent reading followed by Zig! You better be ready to sell now!

Period 7-Retail

Finish packet, review next time with an activity

Period 8-Marketing

Silent reading and Mr. Zig. He's a bit crazy but makes a lot of sense.

While I was gone . . .

Wednesday

Period 1- Marketing
Review the Chapter, case study and then a quiz
Period 3-Retail
Packet
Period 3-Advanced Marketing
Need the Spanish translation for billboards and need to get the text reply working.
Period 4- Entrepreneurship
· Begin the period with silent reading for 15 minutes. Let them work in their business units today.
· Hand out the sample role play events for each student.
· Handout the packet called “Business Insight” and have them read it before next period.
· Work on your project in teams.
· Students may contact me with questions at 801-540-0977.

Thursday

Period 5-Marketing
· Begin class with 15 minutes of silent reading. They know the drill.
· After silent reading collect the assignment.
· Give them the handout called “Chapter 11 Management Skills” that is a Business Week Case Problem.
· After completing the Case Problem, Collect and hand out the quiz (may allow 5 minutes to look over notes if the clock says it is OK!) Correct in class if time permits. Key at back of folder.
ADVISORY-
· Pass out grades
· Administer the surveys (pick up in the main office in my mailbox)
Period 7- Retail
· Students will prepare the store for operation. Peter is the shift manager. Please make sure you or a student takes the deposit bags to the main office when they are ready. Packet
· IF YOU NEEED A KEY TO OPEN TH EFONT DOOR MRS. PORTER HAS IT IN ROOM 1214/1215)
Period 8-Marketing
· Begin class with 15 minutes of silent reading. They know the drill.
· After silent reading collect the assignment.
· Give them the handout called “Chapter 11 Management Skills” that is a Business Week Case Problem.
· After completing the Case Problem, Collect and hand out the quiz (may allow 5 minutes to look over notes if the clock says it is OK!)Correct in class if time permits. Key at back of folder.

Friday

Period 1- Marketing
· Begin with 15 minutes of silent reading
· Have them read Chapter 12 on Preparing for the Sale and complete the handout. Do not give the handout to them until they have spent some time reading the chapter. Collect at end of period if complete, otherwise they may turn in it next class.
Period 3- Retail
· Complete the packet for next class--Students may contact me with questions.
Period 3-Advanced Marketing
· Work on their projects
Period 4-Entrepreneurship
Begin the class with silent readying. After the silent reading show them the video on Ray Croc. Remind them of the important in taking notes on what he brought to the general are of business, and specifically to restaurants/fast food. In addition, note the positive and negative personal characteristics.

6 November 2007

 

Period 5-Marketing

We covered Chapter 11 on Management and you have a worksheet to complete. Signed up for Power Speaker #2

Period 7- Retail

Prepared the store for installation of the slushie machine.

Period 8- Marketing

We covered Chapter 11 on Management and you have a worksheet to complete. Signed up for Power Speaker #2. You were given sample role play events for the competition.

1 November 2007

Period 5-Marketing

Extra credit opportunity today. Next semester, to steal a line form Bob Dylan . . . "the times they are a changin'

Period 7-Retail

Evaluations

Period 8-Marketing

Extra credit opportunity today. Next semester, to steal the same line form Bob Dylan . . . "the times they are a changin'

31 October 2007

Period 1-Marketing

After silent reading everyone was given a chance to earn extra credit by reading/summarizing and applying information from articles in Dimensions Magazine.

Period 3-Retail

We did self and staff evaluations today.

Period 3-Advanced Marketing

Worked on projects and have an assignment to report to the class on what we have done and what the plans are.

Period 4-Entreprneeurship

Worked today (every Wed./Thur.) in our company teams.