logging in or signing up Entrepreneurship -- Section 1.2 Is Entrepreneurship Right For You? jgerber Download Post to : URL : Related Presentations : Share Add to Flag Embed Email Send to Blogs and Networks Add to Channel Uploaded from authorPOINT lite Insert YouTube videos in PowerPont slides with aS Desktop Copy embed code: (To copy code, click on the text box) Embed: URL: Thumbnail: WordPress Embed Customize Embed The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites. Views: 681 Category: Entertainment License: All Rights Reserved Like it (0) Dislike it (0) Added: October 24, 2010 This Presentation is Public Favorites: 0 Presentation Description No description available. Comments Posting comment... By: shivakumar2236 (15 month(s) ago) hi, could you please mail me this on vikramvernekar@gmail.com Saving..... Post Reply Close Saving..... Edit Comment Close Premium member Presentation Transcript Lesson 1.2IS ENTREPRENEURSHIP RIGHT FOR YOU? : Chapter 1 Slide 1 Lesson 1.2IS ENTREPRENEURSHIP RIGHT FOR YOU? Identify the characteristics of successful entrepreneurs. Assess whether you have what it takes to succeed in your own business. GOALS Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs : Researchers have identified several characteristics that distinguish successful entrepreneurs from those that fail Chapter 1 Slide 2 Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs CHARACTERISTICS OF SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENEURS : Successful entrepreneurs are independent They want to make their own decisions and do something they enjoy are self-confident They have to make all the decisions and need to have the confidence to make choices alone have determination and perseverance They must persist through hard times Chapter 1 Slide 3 CHARACTERISTICS OF SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENEURS Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs : are goal-oriented They know what they want! have a need to achieve and to set high standards for themselves They are constantly setting new goals are creative They can think of new ways to market their business and think of solutions for problems are able to act quickly They are not afraid to make quick decisions when necessary Chapter 1 Slide 4 Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs SMALL BUSINESSES DOMINATE THE U.S. ECONOMY : SMALL BUSINESSES DOMINATE THE U.S. ECONOMY Chapter 1 Slide 5 Assessing Your Suitability for Entrepreneurship : To determine if entrepreneurship is right for you, you first need to perform a self-assessment Self-Assessment: an evaluation of your strengths and weaknesses Chapter 1 Slide 6 Assessing Your Suitability for Entrepreneurship Assessing Your Interests : Assess your interests To be able to commit yourself fully to a business, you should choose a field that interest you and that will provide you with an experience you will enjoy Hobbies and interests Many entrepreneurs center a business on an interest or hobby Chapter 1 Slide 7 Assessing Your Interests Assessing your Interests : Past experiences Analyzing past experiences and jobs can help you decide on a business you would enjoy owning Chapter 1 Slide 8 Assessing your Interests Assessing Your Aptitude : Aptitude: the ability to learn a particular kind of job Example(s) Auto mechanics must possess an aptitude for solving mechanical problems Insurance Agents need to have interpersonal skills Chapter 1 Slide 9 Assessing Your Aptitude Assessing the Advantages of Entrepreneurship : Many people see significant advantages of owning their own business Be your own boss Choose a business that interests you Can be creative Can make lots of $$ Chapter 1 Slide 10 Assessing the Advantages of Entrepreneurship Assess the disadvantages of entrepreneurship : Entrepreneurship is risky Face uncertain and irregular incomes Work long hours Make all decisions on your own Chapter 1 Slide 11 Assess the disadvantages of entrepreneurship ADVANTAGES OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP : Entrepreneurs are their own bosses. Entrepreneurs can choose a business that interests them. Entrepreneurs can be creative. Entrepreneurs can make lots of money. Chapter 1 Slide 12 ADVANTAGES OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP DISADVANTAGES OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP : Entrepreneurship is risky. Entrepreneurs face uncertain and irregular incomes. Entrepreneurs work long hours. Entrepreneurs must make all decisions by themselves. Chapter 1 Slide 13 DISADVANTAGES OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP Think about and review : Entrepreneurs can fail even if they are committed and have the characteristics needed to be successful. Why do you think this can happen? Do you think the advantages of entrepreneurship outweigh the disadvantages? Why or why not? Chapter 1 Slide 14 Think about and review You do not have the permission to view this presentation. In order to view it, please contact the author of the presentation.
Entrepreneurship -- Section 1.2 Is Entrepreneurship Right For You? jgerber Download Post to : URL : Related Presentations : Share Add to Flag Embed Email Send to Blogs and Networks Add to Channel Uploaded from authorPOINT lite Insert YouTube videos in PowerPont slides with aS Desktop Copy embed code: (To copy code, click on the text box) Embed: URL: Thumbnail: WordPress Embed Customize Embed The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites. Views: 681 Category: Entertainment License: All Rights Reserved Like it (0) Dislike it (0) Added: October 24, 2010 This Presentation is Public Favorites: 0 Presentation Description No description available. Comments Posting comment... By: shivakumar2236 (15 month(s) ago) hi, could you please mail me this on vikramvernekar@gmail.com Saving..... Post Reply Close Saving..... Edit Comment Close Premium member Presentation Transcript Lesson 1.2IS ENTREPRENEURSHIP RIGHT FOR YOU? : Chapter 1 Slide 1 Lesson 1.2IS ENTREPRENEURSHIP RIGHT FOR YOU? Identify the characteristics of successful entrepreneurs. Assess whether you have what it takes to succeed in your own business. GOALS Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs : Researchers have identified several characteristics that distinguish successful entrepreneurs from those that fail Chapter 1 Slide 2 Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs CHARACTERISTICS OF SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENEURS : Successful entrepreneurs are independent They want to make their own decisions and do something they enjoy are self-confident They have to make all the decisions and need to have the confidence to make choices alone have determination and perseverance They must persist through hard times Chapter 1 Slide 3 CHARACTERISTICS OF SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENEURS Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs : are goal-oriented They know what they want! have a need to achieve and to set high standards for themselves They are constantly setting new goals are creative They can think of new ways to market their business and think of solutions for problems are able to act quickly They are not afraid to make quick decisions when necessary Chapter 1 Slide 4 Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs SMALL BUSINESSES DOMINATE THE U.S. ECONOMY : SMALL BUSINESSES DOMINATE THE U.S. ECONOMY Chapter 1 Slide 5 Assessing Your Suitability for Entrepreneurship : To determine if entrepreneurship is right for you, you first need to perform a self-assessment Self-Assessment: an evaluation of your strengths and weaknesses Chapter 1 Slide 6 Assessing Your Suitability for Entrepreneurship Assessing Your Interests : Assess your interests To be able to commit yourself fully to a business, you should choose a field that interest you and that will provide you with an experience you will enjoy Hobbies and interests Many entrepreneurs center a business on an interest or hobby Chapter 1 Slide 7 Assessing Your Interests Assessing your Interests : Past experiences Analyzing past experiences and jobs can help you decide on a business you would enjoy owning Chapter 1 Slide 8 Assessing your Interests Assessing Your Aptitude : Aptitude: the ability to learn a particular kind of job Example(s) Auto mechanics must possess an aptitude for solving mechanical problems Insurance Agents need to have interpersonal skills Chapter 1 Slide 9 Assessing Your Aptitude Assessing the Advantages of Entrepreneurship : Many people see significant advantages of owning their own business Be your own boss Choose a business that interests you Can be creative Can make lots of $$ Chapter 1 Slide 10 Assessing the Advantages of Entrepreneurship Assess the disadvantages of entrepreneurship : Entrepreneurship is risky Face uncertain and irregular incomes Work long hours Make all decisions on your own Chapter 1 Slide 11 Assess the disadvantages of entrepreneurship ADVANTAGES OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP : Entrepreneurs are their own bosses. Entrepreneurs can choose a business that interests them. Entrepreneurs can be creative. Entrepreneurs can make lots of money. Chapter 1 Slide 12 ADVANTAGES OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP DISADVANTAGES OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP : Entrepreneurship is risky. Entrepreneurs face uncertain and irregular incomes. Entrepreneurs work long hours. Entrepreneurs must make all decisions by themselves. Chapter 1 Slide 13 DISADVANTAGES OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP Think about and review : Entrepreneurs can fail even if they are committed and have the characteristics needed to be successful. Why do you think this can happen? Do you think the advantages of entrepreneurship outweigh the disadvantages? Why or why not? Chapter 1 Slide 14 Think about and review