Fountainhead School organized the event “Global Odyssey,” which served as a valuable platform for me to comprehend the intricacies of business operations. The experience underscored the significance of listening to various stakeholders before making decisions and highlighted the diverse expenses associated with subtracting costs in a venture.
Engaging in a fun-related stall, I managed an interactive game (overflow of water), requiring a nuanced understanding of business dynamics. Successfully orchestrating this event demanded adept business knowledge to influence participants and effective communication skills. The objective was to provide insight into real-world profit-making strategies and the necessity of adept interpersonal interactions.
LO 1: Identify own strengths and develop areas for growth
My passion for exhibitions and activities drove me to generate original and captivating game ideas, attracting more students to our stall. Leveraging my creativity, I adjusted pricing and marketing strategies when initial customer engagement fell short, ultimately enhancing our profitability.
LO 2: Demonstrate that challenges have been undertaken, developing new skills in the process.
Facing initial challenges with a limited customer base, I adapted my approach when the intended audience arrived. This experience refined my marketing skills, as I presented and persuaded potential customers to participate in the game at our stall.
LO3:Demonstrate how to initiate and plan a CAS experience
Participating in the “Global Odyssey” event provided me with firsthand experience in understanding the complexities of business operations. Through managing an interactive game stall, I gained insight into the intricacies of profit-making strategies and the diverse expenses involved in subtracting costs in a venture. This experience emphasized the importance of listening to various stakeholders before making decisions and highlighted the necessity of adept interpersonal interactions in influencing participants and ensuring successful event
LO 7: Recognize and consider the ethics of choices and actions
Maintaining ethical standards, I ensured fair pricing and unbiased treatment for all customers. Acknowledging the ethical dimension of business decisions, I emphasized the importance of integrity in our business operations.
Learner Profile – Communicator
This CAS aligns with the communicator attribute, as effective interaction and persuasion were crucial for the success of my stall. Adapting communication strategies for different age groups underscored the dynamic nature of communication in business.
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