Participate in career-planning to enhance job-success potential

1.02Participate in career-planning to enhance job-success potentialEssential QuestionsWhat distinguishes an entrepreneur from a small business owner or manager? What are the reasons that people pursue careers as entrepreneurs?What personality traits are associated with successful entrepreneurs? What skills are needed for entrepreneurial success?How do we assess entrepreneurial potential?What are the risks and disadvantages associated with entrepreneurship?What are the trends and technological developments in entrepreneurship?Entrepreneurs, Small Business Owners, and ManagersWhy be an Entrepreneur?Trends In EntrepreneurshipTrends In Entrepreneurship (continued)If being an entrepreneur is so great, why doesnt everyone do it? Because of the intense competition business owners are fighting for the consumers dollars. The prospective entrepreneur should consider the costs and risks.

Risks and Disadvantages Associated with EntrepreneurshipReasons that Business Start-ups Often FailThe overall cause of business failure is lack of control on the part of the entrepreneur. Never leave total control of your business to your employees even if they are professionals. Remember, professionals are only there to advise you on what to do. The final decision lies in your hand as the entrepreneur and business owner.

Reasons that Business Start-ups Often Fail (continued)Reasons that Business Start-ups Often FailReasons that Business Start-ups Often Fail (continued)Skills Needed for Entrepreneurial SuccessIndustry Trends and Technological DevelopmentsProfessional Development Opportunities for EntrepreneursPersonality Traits Associated with Successful EntrepreneursAssessing Entrepreneurial Potential