Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Successful Entrepreneur - Do You Have the Skills?

Do you want to be a successful entrepreneur? Many people have this as their goal... I know I do. What are the skills that you need to be successful? Do you share these skills and characteristics?
I will go through some of the skills required and you can see if you to have any of them.
Does a successful entrepreneur sit around waiting for that one opportunity or big idea?
Of course not. Firstly, how can you be sure that opportunity will come and secondly when it does arrive how do you know it is your time? People who are successful are out in the world taking action everyday. If they didn't then they wouldn't get anything done.
For me one of the differences between a successful entrepreneur and an average one is passion. If you have a passion for something then you are going to work harder. You will put that extra little effort in that sets you apart from the competition. I often find that they say they would be doing the same thing even if the financial reward were a lot less.

Is a successful entrepreneur risk taker?
Without a doubt yes you must be willing to take risks but not any old risk. You need the odds to be in your favour but when they are then you need to throw everything at it. You can't just take on any risk as soon you will notice that your luck will disappear.
I know that an entrepreneur is usually singled out with all the credit. There is however often a team around them. In order for the team the work well you need to communicate well with other members.
Do you have the skills to be a successful entrepreneur?
Even if you think you don't, if that is your dream then you should definitely go for it. If you don't take action you aren't going to get anywhere.

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