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PreparationPreparation is critical for success in business start-ups, no less than in in any other aspect of life.Preparation includes:
SHOULD YOU BE AN ENTREPRENEUR? "If in the pit of your stomach, you know that working for someone else isn’t for you, if you are aware of a growing mismatch between your performance and your soul – then you’re probably an entrepreneur at heart." "The decision to be your own boss is a leap of faith. It's about emotional as well as financial independence. It's about embarking on an adventure." "Once you make the decision to leave the security of paid employment and go out on your own, anyone of average intelligence should be able to master the necessary business skills." If any of these quotes strike a chord with you, you should read Fire in the Belly: An Exploration of the Entrepreneurial Spirit by Yanky Fachler. Just click on the book cover in the next column for more information.
Score Your Potential for Start-Up SuccessSince your preparation and planning is critical for the success of the business, check out your potential for start-up success by rating yourself using the SPOTcheck assessment model (at www.spotcheckonline.com.
The model provides a rating of the impact of 16 factors on the business' potential for start-up success.
You can complete the full model and submit it for assessment and a full report - for a small fee. For more information, click here.
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Fire in the Belly: An Exploration of the Entrepreneurial Spirit Yanky Fachler £9.95 pb. Click on the cover for more information.
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