Nancy Hanauer

All I Really Need To Know (About Being an Entrepreneur) I Learned In Kindergarten

Attended

Hosted by Nancy Hanauer in Seattle, Washington

Type: Educational Workshop
When: Thursday, June 4 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Fee: Free

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Event description

Due to the great response of my Good News and Frozen Custard Happy Hour events, I created this more structure event that still has a light-hearted spin and will also be held at what is quickly becoming many Bizniks’ new, favorite spot – Peaks Frozen Custard. What better way to get in touch with your inner kindergartener (and welcome in summer) than in a venue that specializes in frozen treats that are even better than ice cream? Besides, it seems like everyone is in need of some light-hearted, business tactics these days!

We’ll take the principals of Robert Fulgham’s bestseller “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten”, and I few things I've learned along the way, and apply them to life as an entrepreneur. This will be a fun and interactive event and you might even earn a gold star for good behavior. ;0) I’ve spent my entire career around little people and learned quickly that they often had more to teach me than I had to teach them, so let’s have some fun and get back to those basic joys of life and figure out how we can apply them to our businesses. As Fulgham states in the book, “It is not simple. It is elemental.”

Homework: (I'm a teacher...I can't resist!) Please bring one or two photos of your much younger self (kindergarten age or a little younger or older) and give some thought to what trait of your younger self you need to infuse into your business. We are going to use these as an ice breaker/introductory activity, and we'll pass them around, so please bring the photo(s) in a format you're comfortable with others handling (i.e. in a frame or photo sleeve if need be).

Also, please be sure to update your RSVP if your plans change and you can't join us.

This event will be held at Peaks, Seattle’s first frozen custard shop. Peaks opened just a few months ago and is owned by two indie entrepreneurs and former Wisconsinites who serve up a variety of tasty goodies including baked goods, great coffee, coffee and custard combos, an environmentally-friendly business and lots of good karma. Treats and coffee start at about $3.00...the typical coffee and snack rates. Peaks also serves quiche and salads, so if you can also grab lunch at the event along with your coffee and/or snack. Frozen custard flavors that day will be Chocolate, Vanilla and Fresh Berry Crisp - homemade fresh berry crisp made with fresh, local berries and mixed with vanilla custard.

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Discuss this event

Posted by Nancy Hanauer, Seattle, Washington | May 15, 2009

Well, if Robert will be in attendance, you KNOW it will be fun...and Robert and I together? Watch out! ;0)
Posted by Leslie Sierra, Seattle, Washington | May 15, 2009

fun and food - what better combo is there?! :-D
Posted by Nancy Hanauer, Seattle, Washington | May 15, 2009

Leslie,

So glad you can join us. You'll bring even more fun the event with your wit and humor!
Posted by Allen Cooper, Seattle, Washington | May 26, 2009

Hi Nancy,

Will you be having everyone from your last event here?

Is this open to non bizniks :0)

You know I am one of your biggest fans.

Have a great week.
Posted by Jodi Hyde, Seattle, Washington | May 26, 2009

Nancy, what time is this event happening? Thanks!!! :-)
Posted by Nancy Hanauer, Seattle, Washington | May 26, 2009

Jodi, The time is listed at the top of the description...12:30 to 2:30.

Allen, you made me laugh. That "drop in" at the last event was filled with kindergarten energy, wasn't she? Honestly, I kind of enjoyed her craziness at the last event but she would be quite a handful at this one. I'd have to put her on a time out at the Peaks kiddy table....outside!

Glad to hear you are one of my biggest fans and will be in attendance for this event, too! :0)
Posted by David Berkey, Edmonds, Washington | Jun 02, 2009

If someone drops out and there's an opening, please let me know. ~D.
Posted by John Hays, Seattle, Washington | Jun 02, 2009

I have to have a meeting with clients at 2:30. Will my bailing out at 2 mess up your design for the event? If so, I will yield my position to Mr. Berkey.

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Posted by Nancy Hanauer, Seattle, Washington | Jun 03, 2009

David, please join us. There's always room for you, my friend! ;0)

John, (loved the Bogie accent in your direct email), please join us and just leave when you need to. A little bit of John Hays at any event is better than no John Hays! :0)
Posted by John Hays, Seattle, Washington | Jun 03, 2009

Ah-h-h, shucks, teach.

Seattle Washington Private Investigator
Posted by Jane Bakken, Seattle, Washington | Jun 03, 2009

Have been hearing much about Peak's Frozen Custard...and your events! Looking forward to enjoying both. This is a great topic! Jane Bakken
Posted by Maria Ayello, Seattle, Washington | Jun 03, 2009

Nancy,

I'm sorry but have to cancel, last minute signing/closing a loan.

Sounded fun and insightful--please keep me in the loop if another event like this takes place!

Maria 8*)
Posted by Nancy Hanauer, Seattle, Washington | Jun 04, 2009

Jane, glad you can join us. Maria, hope to meet you another time!
Posted by Allen Cooper, Seattle, Washington | Jun 04, 2009

Hi Nancy,

I hate to do this but I have to cancel on you do to a meeting on the Eastside.

I know that I will not make it back in time for your event.

I have to work sometimes.

Have a great event and I will miss everyone, Allen
Posted by Nancy Hanauer, Seattle, Washington | Jun 04, 2009

We'll miss ya, Allen. Hope to catch ya another time!
Posted by David Berkey, Edmonds, Washington | Jun 04, 2009

Signed up or not, I'll be there today per your personal invitation. ;-) Thanks, ~David dberkeyGroup
Posted by Nancy Hanauer, Seattle, Washington | Jun 04, 2009

Looking forward to seeing you, David! :0)
Posted by Julie Grebenau, Seattle, Washington | Jun 04, 2009

Sorry i had to cut out last minute -- hope to see you at another event.
Posted by John Hays, Seattle, Washington | Jun 04, 2009

I hope y'all had a good time after I had to leave.

Seattle Washington Private Investigator
Posted by Rebecca Winnier, Seattle, Washington | Jun 05, 2009

Super great event Nancy! Thanks for putting this on ... and the chocolate frozen custard was awesome - perfect day for it!
Posted by Jack Young, Bellevue, Washington | Jun 05, 2009

John, didn't you noticed you had been followed after you have left?! :-)

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It was my first biznik and I intend to be a regular :-)

Many thanks, Nancy!

Seattle Wedding Photography by Jack Young
Posted by Melissa Hadfield, Seattle, Washington | Jun 05, 2009

Who knew so much could be drawn from the Kindergarten principles?! This was a creative concept and much fun. This was just my second Biznik event and so far, I love going! Despite its lightheartedness, I also got a lot out of the event and will take it to my work. Speaking of which, I should get back to it...(=
Posted by Nancy Hanauer, Seattle, Washington | Jun 06, 2009

Thanks for the nice comments, Melissa, Jack and Becky...much appreciated! I'm glad you enjoyed the event and found it helpful! :0)
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Posted by Jane Bakken, Seattle, Washington | Jun 09, 2009

Thank you for this event!

Great preparation, questions and opportunity to receive insights from all participants. Every virgin entrepreneur, and even veterans, could well benefit from having a presentation such as this.

It brings the topic of core values in business into clearer focus in a simple yet poignant manner.

Thanks again!

Kind Regards, Jane Bakken
Posted by Nancy Hanauer, Seattle, Washington | Jun 10, 2009

Thank you so much, Jane! So glad you joined us and thank you for the wonderful testimonial on my profile, too! Much appreciated and hope to see ya soon.