PT1: Briefly describe two (2) products (goods or services) offered at a business you are familiar with. Next, identify two (2) major competitors and describe the two (2) products they offer that compete with yours.

Describe your unique selling proposition (USP). How is it superior to the two (2) competitors you identified above.

PT2: Think about a financial decision you made regarding the purchase of a big-ticket item within the last five years. Provide a summary on the discussion thread, answering the following questions:

1. What decision did you make?
2. How prepared were you to make the decision?
3. What was your thought process as you were making the decision?
4. What financial information did you need to make the decision and why?
5. What lessons have you learned that you will apply to future financial decisions?