Ready for Business?
Do You Have What It Takes?
Below is a list of the 10 most common characteristics of successful
entrepreneurs. In the space provided, number the characteristics
in order of their value to you as a young business owner (10
= most valuable; 1 = least valuable).
_____ Self-confidence
_____ Persistence
_____ Integrity
_____ Creativity
_____ Enthusiasm
_____ Determination
_____ Willing to take risks
_____ Hard-working
_____ Quickly adapts to change
_____ Independent
Now study this list of characteristics again. Which three characteristics do
you find it easiest to practice in everyday life? Which characteristics
do you need to improve? Anyone
can learn the skills for success in business if they are
willing to try.
Welcome to the Free Enterprise System
Once you start a business and offer goods or services for sale, you are participating in what is known in the U.S. as free enterprise.
Free enterprise is an economic system in which every person,
regardless of age, race, religion, gender, or political beliefs,
has the right to engage in legal business activities.
In the free enterprise system, you have the same exciting opportunity as wealthy entrepreneurs to learn about business and use what you know to become self-supporting. The lessons and activities in Track 2: Learning to Earn will help you develop your skills in entrepreneurship. So grab a pencil and a notebook and let's get started with Activities #1, #2, and #3 right now!
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