The dictionary defines entrepreneur as: one who organizes, manages, and assumes the risks of a business or enterprise. Successful Entrepreneurs know how to attract clients, build their business and make money. It’s not surprising to find out that successful entrepreneurs all share some common traits.
o Entrepreneurs always believe in success. They know that failure is just part of eventual success.
o Entrepreneurs have a roadmap that shows them how to get to success.
o Entrepreneurs know that failing to plan is planning to fail. They plan everything from the next day to marketing.
o Entrepreneurs have a passion for success that keeps them going forward. Airplanes are off of their route 90% of the time. Through pilot correction they make it to their destination. As an entrepreneur you need to keep attention on that final goal and know that you’ll be off target a lot. Passion helps you.
o Entrepreneurs know that success involves risk at times. They make calculated decisions that involve risk for big gain.
o Failures do happen. The entrepreneur takes failure and learns from it.
o Entrepreneurs know what they are good at and what they are bad at. They don’t let ego get in the way of getting help for their weaknesses.
o Closing the sale means everything in business. Entrepreneurs need to be able to market their skills and close deals.
o Entrepreneurs keep current on what is happening in their industry. They keep clients and potential clients up to date on new trends to help their businesses.
o Entrepreneurs create working relationships to benefit current clients and potential clients.