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Erica Elk's 2-Minute Taste-Test On Craft And Design

Before you get stuck into the recipe, test your skills in this supa quick 10-step assessment below. Then, try again at the end to see your improvement. 

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Question 1 of 10

Why does Erica believe she has an entrepreneurial spirit?

A

Because she wants to start her own business.

B

Because she’s able to see potential and the path to realising it.

C

Because she can build teams that get things done.

Question 2 of 10

Why does Erica believe an entrepreneur should ‘just do it’ and start?

 

A

Each time you manifest your ideas, they get better.

B

Failure is the best way to find out if your idea is good.

C

If you don’t start, you’ll get stuck and never start your own business.

Question 3 of 10

What is the aim of design thinking?

 

A

To think about the solution as the problem.

B

To design new ways of thinking.

C

To understand the problem that you’re trying to solve from the user’s point of view.

Question 4 of 10

What is a principle of strong design that Erica would like to add?

 

A

Aesthetics and beauty.

B

Value and impact.

C

Simplicity and balance.

Question 5 of 10

What is Bridge Think?

 

A

Making connections between two arbitrary things.

B

Building a bridge using paperclips.

C

Building on someone else’s idea and making it better.

Question 6 of 10

What advice does Erica have for entrepreneurs who are starting a business?

 

A

Do everything yourself.

B

Improve your business skills.

C

Get experts to help you.

Question 7 of 10

What is a psychological barrier for creative entrepreneurs?

 

A

Thinking that they aren’t good at business.

B

Thinking that their product isn’t good enough.

C

Thinking that they aren’t good at client service.

Question 8 of 10

How can creative entrepreneurs build a link with international customers?

 

A

Learn a new language like French or Chinese.

B

Connect with tourists on holiday in South Africa.

C

Travel abroad to convince people to visit South Africa.

Question 9 of 10

How should creative entrepreneurs see other creatives?

A

See them as competitors.

B

See them as part of the family.

C

See them as collaborators.

Question 10 of 10

How much does it cost to become a member of the Craft and Design Institute?

 

A

It’s free!

B

You pay R350 for an annual membership.

C

It depends on how good you can paint.

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