By pti1 / March 23, 2022 Course Information Tracks: PTI Octopus Categories: Solid Foundation Certification Course Instructor Bruce Carter Instructor PTI’s Octopus Portal Introduction of the PTI Octopus Why Trust PTI and Bruce Carter? What You Need To Make PTI Work For You Introduction of Leg 1: Self-Efficacy Introduction of Leg 2: Value of a Life Introduction of Leg 3: Entrepreneurship Introduction of Leg 4: Environmental Trauma Extraction Introduction of Leg 5: Financial Literacy Introduction of Leg 6: Consequences / Conflict Resolution Introduction of Leg 7: Merchandising Introduction of Leg 8: Civic Engagement Summary of the introduction to PTI Self-Efficacy Tell me what you think “Self-Efficacy” is? Believe in yourself Adopt a mental state like an athlete Tap into your village of support at PTI Which fears do you have? What motivates you? What does it takes to be successful at PTI? A personal note about my self-efficacy Summary of Self-Efficacy Value of a Life Is the value of life taken too casually? Understanding the value of YOUR life Every day has a purpose Consider the value of other people’s lives Commit to changing your lifestyle (intro) Think about what is happening at places you go to Consider how you spend your money Consider who you have sex with (and risk pregnancy) Consider AIDS Critical thinking is your prime tool for success Summary Value of a Life Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship is about you being able to thrive at all times Why entrepreneurship is a great equalizer Many ways to make money as an entrepreneur The importance of integrity in entrepreneurship Be careful about competing with people who make quick money the wrong way Owning your time Who you become by becoming an entrepreneur Be able to earn a living with your own hands The difference between spending and investing your money Entrepreneurship as a character builder Entrepreneurs change communities in a good way Summary Entrepreneurship Environmental Trauma Extraction What has your life been like so far? Identify situations by observing tones Sharing traumatic experiences Trauma is often subconscious Once we see the trauma we can develop a plan to overcome it Why it is important to share with others about what causes environmental trauma You can heal and become a positive force for others You can help by reaching out to middle school kids Summary Environmental Trauma Extraction Civic Engagement What is civic engagement? You have a role in America Choose to make a difference Volunteer with integrity The law of reciprocity – the good you do comes back to you Get informed, engaged, and cast your vote Become a voice for your community Civic engagement is good for you and others Summary Civic Engagement Merchandising Introduction to merchandising Merchandising is entrepreneurship with instant gratification It takes a good work ethic What Is a work ethic? What type of work ethic do you have today? “Just enough” mentality people are dangerous!!! What is a “just enough” mentality? Sell the right products Keep up-to-date on the products you sell Learn how to present the product Learn how to communicate effectively Learn how to pay taxes Merchandising is a great foundation for your career path Earn money and own your time while learning other careers Summary Merchandising Consequences / Conflict Resolution Introduction to consequences and conflict resolution How well do you understand the consequences of your actions? Death is final Consider where you hang out and with whom Unplanned pregnancies impact your future big time How does conflict resolution work? You can change the outcome What does it cost for you to change the outcome? Understanding relationships Appreciating different perceptions Summary: Consequences/Conflict Resolution Financial Literacy Introduction to financial literacy Financial Literacy for broke individuals Financial Literacy for paycheck-to-paycheck individuals Where are you at financially? Where did your money go over the past 90 days? Evaluate how you make monetary decisions Draw a family tree and see what your family members did with their money Estimate how much money each family member made in the past 10 years Opportunities that come from controlling your money Have money for a “rainy day” and don’t be dependent on handouts What is insurance and why do you need it? How do you want to use your money going forward? You can be a homeowner within a few years Summary: Financial literacy
