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How to become a good business?

Hello, I'm in 10th grade I want to know more about business. #business

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Justin’s Answer

When I was a student, I found the best place to start learning about businesses was the business section of the newspaper. You can start with a hard copy, a website or an app for the San Francisco Chronicle, The New York Times, or many other papers. Scroll through the articles in the business section and read the ones that interest you. This is great way to discover all sorts of interesting things about the world of business.


For example, If you see an article about Nike, it might discuss the way they manufacture their sneakers in Asia. On a different day, an article may highlight how Nike sells its shoes through the Internet, in large stores like WalMart and through local stores. Over time, you may start to discover what particular elements of business particularly interest you.
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Tom’s Answer

Understand customer behavior! Dig deep into why people make decisions, why people choose one thing over another. Spend time thinking through and analyzing customer experiences, whether it be an online purchase, a decision to choose one car mechanic over another, one ketchup vs. the other, etc. Truly understanding behavior will ultimately lead you to having the data and insights into making the best business decisions.
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Roshan’s Answer

Hey Sy, I am currently an engineering major who, since high school, had a passion and interest for business. I came about understanding more about business through a ton of reading. This day in age, it is very easy to get your hands on a book and if you really find yourself to be in a time crunch, then invest in book-alternatives.


I have found podcasts such as Freakonomics and Planet Money to be not only intellectually stimulating but also captivating and entertaining. Secondly, my college requires quite a bit of walking between buildings for class so I have invested time into downloading audiobooks. Audiobooks allow me to be read to at 1x, 1.25x, 1.5x and 2x speeds so it is easy to find a pace for you and get the knowledge in while you would normally not being doing something productive.


One more thing I have done is spend time reading the news. The news will give you a good general idea of what is going on in the world and if you want to dig further, you can set up a mock stock portfolio. The portfolio is not to become a fantastic investor but instead to help you understand links between industries, markets and businesses. It will also allow you to see what news headlines are driving the market.


Good Luck Bud!
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Tammy’s Answer

Good question. Getting good at business is really about knowing what is going on around you, in the economy, public policy, and basically being educated in a variety of areas so that you can speak eloquently and confidently. I recommend following a few companies that you like and try to understand what drives those companies and those in leadership of those companies. Read a variety of business periodicals but come to your own conclusion based on different point of views (don't believe everything you read or hear). I also highly recommend taking economic courses.

Lastly, if you don't already, learn how to type. Being able to type will save you a lot of time and frustration later in life.

Good luck to you.
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