The Concept and definitions of theatre

This week, one of the biggest learning experiences for me came from understanding the true purpose of keeping an entrepreneurial journal. Before reading Jeff Sandefer’s introduction, I often thought of journaling as something more personal, even private, with little connection to business decisions. But this week I realized that a journal can serve as a strategic tool, a mirror that reflects both strengths and mistakes, giving me a clearer picture of how I make decisions and how those decisions affect my long-term goals.

The course concepts that resonated with me most were the idea that lessons are not always remembered in isolation but live in the way we apply them, and that reflection builds habits. The story of Jeff’s student who couldn’t name a single lesson but carried a folder of highlighted pages struck me deeply. It reminded me of my own journey; I don’t always recall exact theories I studied at BYU-Pathway or from past leadership experiences. Still, I know I rely on patterns, strategies, and instincts shaped by what I’ve learned. Keeping a journal can help me make those lessons visible and usable in the moment.

Another insight was the value of curiosity. The book suggested that entrepreneurs should continually ask “why?” and view everyday life as a learning laboratory. This hit home for me because in my trading business and other projects like fleet management, I often notice gaps, whether in customer service, logistics, or communication. But instead of letting those observations slip away, I now see how I can document them in my journal and explore possible solutions.

Looking ahead, I’m eager to learn how to organize my entries in a way that makes them practical and accessible, not just pages of notes, but a working tool. I want to experience the discipline of capturing one meaningful lesson each week and one unresolved question, then gradually watching the “not yet learned” evolve into “learned.”

This week, my greatest personal takeaway is that journaling is not about perfection, but about progress. It is about holding myself accountable, tracking growth, and building habits of honesty and curiosity that will strengthen me not only as an entrepreneur but as a person.