Thursday, November 30, 2006

A Successful Entrepreneur

What does it take to become an entrepreneur? We all wish we knew because at some point in our careers we feel we would be better off on our own. But many of us are reluctant to venture independently being unsure of the risks involved in joining the entrepreneur trail. Let us find out the qualities so that the next time the entrepreneurial bug bites we are better prepared.

There are two types of entrepreneurs – those who willingly enter the field and those forced by circumstances to start out on their own. Whatever the reason, certain traits characterize a successful entrepreneur.

A successful entrepreneur has a clear vision for his business, and the direction for his enterprise to take right from its formation to establishment. The ability to plan also reflects the inclination to think ahead. The ability to express plans in a clear vision statement is an important trait of entrepreneurship. Entrepreneurs have extreme confidence in their ideas and abilities. They are optimistic and self-assured that their strengths will build their fortune.

An entrepreneur requires multiple abilities and should be able to resolve problems quickly and efficiently. He should thus have the ability to play multiple roles.

Though an entrepreneur would have big dreams for his venture, they ought to be realistic. He has to be aware of the market situation that will influence his venture.

The uncertainty about the whole venture despite meticulous planning is something to be expected. Above all entrepreneur should be ready to face risks.

It does take a lot of guts and hard work to be a successful entrepreneur; one may have the right qualities, but not the right impetus or ideas to get started. Look around you to get that inspiration.



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