"John Thigpen's story is an interesting tale of a successful business person that is thriving right here in Greenville. John started off his presentation talking about having your own self pitch and being able to talk about yourself when meeting people. You have to know that everyone has self doubt and learn to master that doubt when presenting yourself to others."

- Matthew Saur

"I liked the fact that he showed the 'life is never actually full' bowl analogy. He explained: the bowl was life, the golf balls were the important things such as family and friends, the beads being college and work, the sand portraying the small things people waste time worrying about, and the coffee showing that even with all these things, there's always time for coffee with friends." - Austin Dalesio

"John said that you never know when the right time or place is, but always take opportunities that come available and do what you are passionate about." - Nicholas Travaglianti

"Dinner was excellent tonight. There was flowing and engaging conversation, and I enjoyed everyone's company. It was pleasant to hear John, as well as the other faculty members, talk of themselves and their experiences with life at Thiel. I met some new people and learned more about others in attendance." - Ellie Belleau

"He told us to always be patient because people don't know when and where the opportunity comes. If we set clear objectives and motivate ourselves, we can successfully fill our own 'containers.'"

- Joo Eun Park