Do You Have What it Takes to Be a Successful Entrepreneur? 1-2-3

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Do you want independence from the work week? Freedom to live anywhere you want? Something meaningful and significant that money can't buy?

Or is it the money you want? To own your own business? Or just start something new in your life? There's no one path to the pot of gold, but many people of all different backgrounds have successfully found it.

They took risks.

Think about what you most desire. Decide if the desire is worth taking the risk for - remember, you only live once! Whatever your goals, and however difficult they may seem to accomplish, you have the ability to become what you want.

There are special qualities common to many entrepreneurs who make it to the top. Focus on developing the entrepreneur mindset, and you can be a success.

Do you have what it takes?

..Y...N 1. Do you prefer to work for yourself rather than for others? 2. Are you well-informed on current business & political issues? 3. Are you a leader? 4. Do you take advantage of opportunities? 5. Do you pay attention to what other people say? 6. Can you finish a job even when it is difficult or unpleasant? 7. Are you self-motivated? 8. Do you have a goal you want to achieve? 9. Are you a hard worker? 10. Do you strive to attain? 11. Can you be flexible with sudden changes? 12. Can you bounce back after defeat? 13. Do you believe in yourself? 14. Can you stand by your actions in spite of criticism? 15. Can you follow instructions? 16. Can you respond to the needs of others? 17. Will you give credit to others? 18. Can you make your own decisions? 19. Are you determined and willing to "stick with it"? 20. Are you READY for success?

Important Success Factors to Remember:

1. Make People Feel At-Ease. They will respond to your needs as you respond to theirs.
   
   
2. Share the Spotlight. Give credit to those who deserve it - and to those who strive. Don't grab praise away from other people.
   
   
3. Have Confidence in Your Own Value. Don't do anything that won't credit your own self-respect. Follow up your actions as they reflect your own self-worth.
   
   
4. Listen to Other's Comments. Then weigh your own actions. Cultivate relationships with people who have good and important things to say.
   
   
5. Participate in Life. Be active in business meetings and endeavors; volunteer to be part of organizations and groups. Social interaction will boost your sense of well-being.
   
   
6. Feel Worthy of Your Own Goal. Know that you can attain it, and that it is right for you.
   
   
7. Grasp Your Own Challenge Don't give yourself impossible goals, but always reach higher.
   
   
8. Relax and Be Yourself. Each person is different and just as wonderful as the next. Don't be plagued by what you think others think of you.
   
   
9. Don't Bathe in Success - Use It. Once you achieve your first goal, go on to others. Use the money you earn for the rewards you look for. Then go on to the next endeavor.
   
   
10. Never Go Behind Someone's Back. Speak your mind and earn respect.
    
    
11. Banish Negative Thoughts. and traits. Restructure your life to exclude bad habits.
    
    
12. Believe in Yourself. and what you are to accomplish. All the power in the world is within you to achieve.

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