Gayatri Panda, intern for Braathe Enterprises and University of Michigan economics major, interviews Robert Braathe about entrepreneurship and includes personal anecdotes that Robert Braathe has experienced in the corporate world. 1. How do you identify priorities to focus on in Braathe Enterprises? How do you establish company values and goals? a. How do you ensure that these goals and expectations are met? 2. Do you have a particular leadership strategy or philosophy that you follow? 3. What work culture do you deem necessary for a successful organization? 4. How has technology been changing your industry for better or worse? Have you noticed changes in organization over the years? 5. How have your past experiences at multiple companies impacted Braathe enterprises? Learnings from previous companies? 6. What is your general thought process/decision strategy before making a major financial decision? Investments? 7. What are some general tips that you would give someone interested in entrepreneurship? Some of the key takeaways from the interview with Mr. Braathe is that communication among the different levels in a company is essential to ensure that company objectives are achieved. Another takeaway was that each entrepreneur runs their own business in unique manners and that it may not be the most effective method to exactly replicate another company’s journey.