Skills of Successful Entrepreneurs

12/22/2010

Skills of Successful Entrepreneurs

Much can be learned in play that will afterwards be of use when the circumstances demand it.
John Amos Comenius, 1592-1670, Czech Pedagogue

In her Psychology Today article (November 2010; psychologytoday.com), "Come In — We're Open," Debra Shigley, lists these characteristics of successful entrepreneurs...

"Experts debate whether there is a personality type most suited to entrepreneurship, but agree that certain qualities help.... Those include a strong sense of autonomy and self-regulation, optimism, resilience, and a high tolerance for risk...

"Someone engaged in outside activities can better manage ups and downs...

"...Successful entrepreneurs are extremely self-aware about their strengths and weaknesses, and seek out those with complementary skills and traits to help them.

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