3 ten traits of a successful entrepreneur
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Ten Traits of a Successful Entrepreneur
By Peter Jason Riley
GOAL-DRIVEN
The more focused the company is on producing what it makes best, the more likely it will
succeed.
CUSTOMER-FOCUSED
Without customers, you
can’t build a business.
TEAM ORIENTED
Most successful entrepreneurs recognize that
they can’t build or run their business
alone.
SKILLS-ORIENTED
The entrepreneur is committed to employees’
maintaining their skills by providing
on-going educational
opportunities.
TECHNO-KNOWLEDGEABLE
The entrepreneur must possess
some knowledge about technology
and take the initiative to hire individuals who can implement
technology plans and programs.
GLOBAL THINKINGUnderstand the trends and economic & legal issues that have an impact on international markets and products, as well as local customs.
Understanding how companies similar to yours operate in other parts of the world can provide valuable information that may be put to use in your own business.
FLEXIBLE MINDED
The successful entrepreneur is sensitive to the changing marketplace, competitor strategies, and customer
preferences and adapts products or services accordingly.
BOTTOMLINE ORIENTED
Making money – and profits –
requires managing money
successfully.
SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE
Being socially responsible can
also contribute to a company’s success.
FUTURE ORIENTED
Successful entrepreneurs don’t get overwhelmed or consumed by day-to-day problems.
They have a vision for the future of
their company and make an effort to understand the
trends and forces that will impact their ability to
achieve that vision.