QC Family Focus: October 2014

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Education Evin Ersan Junior Reporter for QC Family Focus Magazine This summer I learned how to mow the lawn from my dad. At first I was not that excited about the idea, partially because it was cutting into my free time, which I do not feel like I have very much of, and also because I know my dad is kind of picky about stuff and he would want it to be a certain way which would probably take FOREVER….However, once I got through my “Lawn Mowing Training” and proved to my dad I could do it, I received something I was not expecting…. CASH! …. and I liked it! That got me thinking about making more money. I do not think mowing lawns is really the way I want to go. I would like to do something a little different, maybe start my own business, so I turned to my cousin Grant Whitty who started his own photography business and seems to be doing great. Grant is 17 years old and goes to Bettendorf High School. Here is my interview with Grant Whitty about his company which is called, Altitude Fotografy. EVIN: When did you first start this business? GRANT: In 2011 when I was 13 EVIN: Grant, when did you start getting interested in photography? GRANT: I first got interested in photography when I was in middle school. I had a video camera, but over time found much more interest in photography the more I worked with the camera. EVIN: Did you start off knowing you wanted to make a business out of this? GRANT: No. I really just loved working with cameras. EVIN: How did your business get started? GRANT: I always had a camera in my hands as a kid. Then I taught myself how to use all the manual settings of the camera and it just kind of took off from there. I came up with the name Altitude, started getting hired, got on social media, shot some photos for a local skiing and snowboarding event, and everything just began to snowball from there. EVIN: How do you decide what to charge someone? GRANT: It really depends what I am hired for and how long the whole process takes. EVIN: How long does it take to take the pictures? 16 October 2014 - QC Family Focus GRANT: A typical project, for example, senior portraits, the photo session will typically be a few hours, and then I try to knock out editing and have photos to the clients in one to two weeks. EVIN: What are your favorite things to shoot? GRANT: It would be a tie between landscape photography and action sports/sports photography. I love shooting the stars, the Milky Way, etc. and for sports it would have to be skiing and snowboarding. EVIN: How did you get the word out about your business so people would know about you? GRANT: Well at first, word of mouth. After things got rolling, I put Altitude on social media (@AltitudeFoto) and I also got some stickers and sweatshirts made with the Altitude logo. I am planning on developing some more clothing this fall! EVIN: You’re going to college next year, what do you plan to major in? GRANT: I plan on majoring either in Photography or Business at Colorado State University, whichever one I don’t major in, I will probably minor in. EVIN: What advice would you give another kid who would like to start their own business? GRANT: Do not give up on your dreams, do what makes you happy, and be nice to people. Check out Grant Whitty’s company: Altitude Fotografy at www.AltitudeFotografy.com @ AltitudeFoto // #AltitudeFoto Also check out these great sites for more ideas about starting your own business! http://builderslab.org/ http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/204124 http://www.forbes.com/fdc/welcome_mjx.shtml http://www.thesimpledollar.com/50-side-businessesyou-can-start-on-your-own/ To watch Evin’s video report, scan the QR code or go to this link! http:// vimeo.com/105985738
Dedication Cast Your Vote! Tawnya Hambly Public Relations Director, JA of the Heartland www.jaheartland.org November 4, 2014 marks the election for Senate, House, and Governor. Have you noticed the political ads on TV or radio, and in the newspaper? The candidates are working hard to promote what they will do to ensure a quality of life in our community. Adult citizens will have the opportunity to cast their vote for the candidate they feel will serve our community and state best. Voting is one of our freedoms in the United States. It gives individuals the opportunity to voice their choice. Do you ever vote? You may not be old enough to vote in the upcoming election, but the voting process is used in other ways. For example, some families may vote on where they will go on their family vacation or what they will eat for dinner. Voting is a fair way for a group of people to make a decision. Let’s pretend our community has three individuals who want to be mayor. Each person running for mayor wants to bring a different business to the community to fill an empty storefront. Which mayor will you vote for? Mayor 1 wants to bring a pet store to the community. Mayor 2 wants a toy store and Mayor 3 wants a music store. Brainstorm what you like and dislike about the business each mayor wants to bring to our community. Mayor 1 Likes/Dislikes: _____________________ __________________________________________ _________________________________________ _________________________________________ __________________ Mayor 2 Likes/Dislikes: _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ Mayor 3 Likes/Dislikes: _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ Based on your likes and dislikes, which mayor will you vote for? __________________________________ During the next few weeks, be sure to listen carefully to the candidates running for election. Much like your decision-making process in electing a mayor, adult citizens will need to weigh their likes and dislikes regarding the politicians they will soon be voting for. Remember, every vote counts! In the end, it will be the majority that wins – the candidate that most citizens voted for. Even though you are too young to vote in the upcoming election, it’s never too early to start learning how the process works and to become informed. One day, very soon, your vote will count. Be sure you’re ready! Cater Your Celebration! catering.capriottis.com PHEASANT CREEK 3016 E. 53rd St. • Davenport • IA 52807 (563) 359-8500 QC Family Focus - October 2014 17
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