While the journey to entrepreneurship is likely to be filled with sacrifices and challenges, the reward is often far greater. With the right amount of knowledge and guidance, it is indeed possible for anyone to be successful as an entrepreneur.
So, who is an entrepreneur? An entrepreneur is anyone who is willing to take significant risks and overcomes numerous challenges to start a business. Here are a few main reasons why entrepreneurship is rewarding:
Entrepreneurs have the freedom to use creativity: They have the opportunity to create their own ideas and develop profitable business ventures.
No Age Limit: Anyone can become an entrepreneur as long as they have the courage, passion and perseverance to do so.
Create something valuable: One of the most exciting factors about becoming an entrepreneur is the opportunity to create something of value that benefits an entire society. It represents the freedom to envision something new and spectacular.
Valuable skills: Not every entrepreneur is skilled in all areas of business. In fact, entrepreneurship can be viewed as a learning opportunity for numerous aspects such as marketing and finance, resulting in developing skills in other relevant fields.
Role model: Entrepreneurs do not only build a business. They also build a legacy for their family and industry, which creates a path for other potential entrepreneurs.
Moreover, it must be understood that as an entrepreneur you are no longer an employee, and becoming the face and decision-maker of your entity may require long hours and advanced thinking. For that reason, it is necessary to put in the effort to take your vision from your mind and make it a reality
*Certainly, entrepreneurs must exude confidence: It is unrealistic to think everything will go as planned even if you have every detail plotted out.
Notably it takes an optimistic mind that thinks differently from the herd to create something new and defy the odds.
Entrepreneurs must be able to pivot. And building a business takes time, money and other relevant resources. It may take months, and even years, for your business to grow and attain a positive status. Therefore, if something is not working, changing your approach, business model or plans is part of the power of the pivot to success.
Until we meet again, fill your life with memories rather than regrets. Enjoy life and stay on top of your game.
• NB: Columnist welcomes feedback at deedee21bastian@gmail.com
ABOUT COLUMNIST: Deidre M. Bastian is a professionally-trained graphic designer/brand marketing analyst, international award-winning author and certified life coach
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