Idea Napkin No. 1 - 11A
You - I am a psychology student at the University of Florida. Many of my strengths include diplomacy, an ability to see things from the perspective of clients and my ability to accept and learn from criticism. My aspirations include improving the lighting in residential areas all around Gainesville, including the University of Florida to ensure the safety of the community. This role would improve the lives of many by creating a safer environment while driving/walking at night.
What are you offering to customers? - I am offering a more efficient method to better illuminate the dark, residential streets of Gainesville and throughout campus. Many residents of the community have experienced robberies, a fear of going outside at night and simply not being able to see well when driving, and I believe that by solving this unmet need of lighting, people will feel safer getting around at night.
Who are you offering it to? - All of my customers live in areas that lack sufficient lighting during the night. I am offering this service to any residents that live in areas with poor lighting. Typically those that live in lower-class areas tend to have lower-quality amenities. The service will benefit everyone all-around, but more specifically those living in lower-class areas that are susceptible to poor vision and burglary.
Why do they care? - Customers will pay money for more security in most cases. To improve the safety and value of their neighborhoods, customers will need higher quality amenities such as lighting. It is a statistically proven fact that those that live in residential areas with poor lighting experience more delinquency and unwillingness to go outside at night. So one should care.
What are your core competencies? - I am currently partnered with the University of Florida's police department to ensure safety in our community. My connections to these officers offer a stronger willingness to change this issue throughout our community. I also have partnered with engineering students who are working on testing new efficient methods of lighting.
I believe that these elements fit together well and that the foundation for the idea is present. There are still things that need to be worked on such as minimizing costs, reaching out and getting to know the clients more, which will help with logistics and getting the ball rolling. Up-front capital may be needed to cover costs such as installation, approval from the city and materials to create better forms of lighting.
What are you offering to customers? - I am offering a more efficient method to better illuminate the dark, residential streets of Gainesville and throughout campus. Many residents of the community have experienced robberies, a fear of going outside at night and simply not being able to see well when driving, and I believe that by solving this unmet need of lighting, people will feel safer getting around at night.
Who are you offering it to? - All of my customers live in areas that lack sufficient lighting during the night. I am offering this service to any residents that live in areas with poor lighting. Typically those that live in lower-class areas tend to have lower-quality amenities. The service will benefit everyone all-around, but more specifically those living in lower-class areas that are susceptible to poor vision and burglary.
Why do they care? - Customers will pay money for more security in most cases. To improve the safety and value of their neighborhoods, customers will need higher quality amenities such as lighting. It is a statistically proven fact that those that live in residential areas with poor lighting experience more delinquency and unwillingness to go outside at night. So one should care.
What are your core competencies? - I am currently partnered with the University of Florida's police department to ensure safety in our community. My connections to these officers offer a stronger willingness to change this issue throughout our community. I also have partnered with engineering students who are working on testing new efficient methods of lighting.
I believe that these elements fit together well and that the foundation for the idea is present. There are still things that need to be worked on such as minimizing costs, reaching out and getting to know the clients more, which will help with logistics and getting the ball rolling. Up-front capital may be needed to cover costs such as installation, approval from the city and materials to create better forms of lighting.
Hello, you have a great start at getting lighting issues resolved in Gainesville. Your approach to this is very strong and determined. Overall, I love your post and your direction towards fixing this issue. I think this is perfect for all people who live here and feel the same. It would help ease the mind of walking through darker areas.Keep up the good work! Looking forward to seeing more or your work.
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