Recently the well known Entrepreneur magazine released two articles which highlighted some interesting points about the characteristics of entrepreneur minded people.
“Definition of an entrepreneur: Someone who assumes the financial risk of the initiation, operation and management of a business”
“Entrepreneurs are optimistic and future oriented; they believe that success is possible and are willing to risk their resources in the pursuit of profit. They are fast moving and flexible, willing to change quickly when they get new information. Entrepreneurs are persistent and determined to succeed, because their own money and ego are at risk.”
“Entrepreneurs are driven not by the need to make money, but by the need to make their dreams a reality. More often than not, money is a byproduct of an entrepreneur’s motivation rather than the motivation itself.”
I particularly like the ego bit, interesting and promising points, don’t you think?
In my opinion the most important characteristics of entrepreneur which they have identified is optimistic and persistent. So have you got what it takes? Are you optimistic and persistent?
If you were not born a natural entrepreneur, that’s absolutely OK, the best way to learn characteristics of entrepreneur, is to surround yourself with other entrepreneurs, learn from their stories and experiences, motivate yourself with their own success.
Just to get you started, here are a few quotes from famous entrepreneurs to inspire you!
“Business opportunities are like buses, there’s always another one coming.”
– Richard Branson, founder of Virgin Enterprises
“I have always found that my view of success has been iconoclastic: success to me is not about money or status or fame, its about finding a livelihood that brings me joy and self-sufficiency and a sense of contributing to the world.”
– Anita Roddick, founder of The Body Shop
“We were young, but we had good advice and good ideas and lots of enthusiasm.”
– Bill Gates, founder of Microsoft Corporation
“The important thing is not being afraid to take a chance. Remember, the greatest failure is to not try. Once you find something you love to do, be the best at doing it.”
– Debbi Fields, founder of Mrs. Fields Cookies
Twitter is a great way to connect with other entrepreneurs, you can get a dose of the characteristics of entrepreneur as often as you want in 140 characters or less!
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