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Entrepreneurship. Mr. Bernstein What Does it Take to Be an Entrepreneur? pp 32-39 September 23 , 2014. Entrepreneurship Mr. Bernstein. Who A re Entrepreneurs? Nearly half under 35 40% did not complete college Often worked when teens or pre-teens
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Entrepreneurship Mr. Bernstein What Does it Take to Be an Entrepreneur? pp 32-39 September 23, 2014
EntrepreneurshipMr. Bernstein Who Are Entrepreneurs? • Nearly half under 35 • 40% did not complete college • Often worked when teens or pre-teens • 62% had close relatives who owned a business • Often had a role model
EntrepreneurshipMr. Bernstein Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs • Goal Oriented • Ambitious / Determined • Creative • Confident • Ability to Act Quickly • Independent • Stay Up To Date Is this you? Is this who you would like to become?
EntrepreneurshipMr. Bernstein Entrepreneurship Skills • Good communicators: Face-to-face, phone and electronic • Adept at Basic Math • Problem-Solving Skills • Technology/computer Oriented • Decision-Making – Thoughtful and Rational • Organizing and Planning • Teamwork and Leadership • Social Skills • Adaptability • Basic Business Acumen
EntrepreneurshipMr. Bernstein Your Profile • Entreprenuerial Aptitude Test Achievers • Don’t be afraid to show your best • Have goals, write them down • Maintain confidence • Ad Astra Per Aspera