Start-Up Biz

Are You Ready to Be An Entrepreneur?

When you’re starting a business there are so many things to think about. Before you begin writing your business plan, consider these characteristics of successful entrepreneurs.

They have a strong desire to take control and guide their futures.
They set goals, develop action plans to reach those goals and reward themselves for accomplishments.
They are not afraid to work hard and put in long hours to achieve their personal and business goals.
They are accountable, accepting personal responsibility for decisions and actions.
They enjoy taking calculated risks and understand the part risk plays in success.
They communicate well with other people and respect everyone’s right to diverse opinions.
They are organized and follow-through on details.
They are knowledge hungry and never stop looking for ways to become better.
They keep an open mind, are flexible and adaptable to change when it’s beneficial.
They know how to handle criticism, especially if there is a message within that they can learn from.

If these 10 characteristics match your personality, then you are headed for success!

The next step is to start working on your business plan. It is a living document that you will work on repeatedly as your company grows. The next page has a Business Plan Template to help you launch your new business.

Congratulations on your decision to pursue you’re entrepreneurial dreams!

Kay Peck, Entrepeneur since 1986