Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs SelfConfident Successful entrepreneurs are

Self-Confident �Successful entrepreneurs are realistic about what they can accomplish. �They believe in themselves

Perceptive �Entrepreneurs �They are intuitive. are able to identify problems as they arise and

Hard-Working �Entrepreneurs work long and hard to achieve success. �A successful entrepreneur needs the

Motivated �Entrepreneurs are driven by an internal need for accomplishment. �They will actively seek

Resourceful �Entrepreneurs explore, ask questions, and use all the resources at their disposal to

Ability to Manage Risk �Entrepreneurs view risk as a challenge to overcome. �They will

Creative �Entrepreneurs look at the world in different ways. �They take charge of shaping

Goal Oriented �Entrepreneurs �Once work towards goals. their initial goals are achieved, they set

Optimistic �Entrepreneurs have a positive mental attitude. �Minor setbacks or roadblocks do not discourage

Flexible �Entrepreneurs are able to adjust to the changing marketplace, to technology, and to

Independent �Entrepreneurs needs the freedom to make their own decisions and their own mistakes.

Visionary �Entrepreneurs have a vision for how things should look in the future. �To

Able to get along with others �Entrepreneurs �Successful do not work alone. entrepreneurs have

Characteristics Activity �Review the entrepreneurial characteristics and skills you have just read about. �Identify

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Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs

Self-Confident �Successful entrepreneurs are realistic about what they can accomplish. �They believe in themselves and in their ability to succeed. �They set attainable goals and approach them with confidence.

Perceptive �Entrepreneurs �They are intuitive. are able to identify problems as they arise and find creative solutions

Hard-Working �Entrepreneurs work long and hard to achieve success. �A successful entrepreneur needs the stamina that comes from good physical and mental health. �Entrepreneurs must carefully maintain their work-life balance.

Motivated �Entrepreneurs are driven by an internal need for accomplishment. �They will actively seek opportunities for success, both at work and elsewhere.

Resourceful �Entrepreneurs explore, ask questions, and use all the resources at their disposal to achieve their goals. �They often develop a broad network of associates who can help them find ways to overcome obstacles.

Ability to Manage Risk �Entrepreneurs view risk as a challenge to overcome. �They will take a risk if it is a calculated one - where the chances for success are greater than the chances of failure.

Creative �Entrepreneurs look at the world in different ways. �They take charge of shaping the world around them in a way that benefits them and others.

Goal Oriented �Entrepreneurs �Once work towards goals. their initial goals are achieved, they set new goals and begin the process again.

Optimistic �Entrepreneurs have a positive mental attitude. �Minor setbacks or roadblocks do not discourage them.

Flexible �Entrepreneurs are able to adjust to the changing marketplace, to technology, and to competition.

Independent �Entrepreneurs needs the freedom to make their own decisions and their own mistakes. �They do not respond well to being managed by others.

Visionary �Entrepreneurs have a vision for how things should look in the future. �To bring about change, they must not only understand their vision, but most also be able to communicate it to others.

Able to get along with others �Entrepreneurs �Successful do not work alone. entrepreneurs have insight into the abilities and personalities of others, which enables them to build an effective team.

Characteristics Activity �Review the entrepreneurial characteristics and skills you have just read about. �Identify situations in your own life where you have demonstrated five of these.