Читать книгу 7 Steps from Employee to Employer - Biz Man - Страница 4

If you are reading this book then you are at the very least, inquisitive. You may have a business idea that you wish to test. You may have already started out on your own but have some trepidation. How can you know if you have what it takes to run your own business? This section helps you answer that question.

It is probable that you will have more chance of success if you have a certain disposition. There are a number of personal qualities that skew the outcome in your favour. The human condition is such that you can often overcome shortcomings if you are determined enough but determination alone is not sufficient.

As a guideline, you need:

 Sufficient money to support you for at least a few months, preferably more,

 a ‘Plan B’ in case things don’t go according to your original plan,

 a very understanding family around you that will support you unconditionally,

 good mental and physical health and general fitness,

 as much business experience as possible,

 a thorough understanding of the business and market sector you have chosen to operate in,

 preferably significant experience in your chosen business sector,

 a positive outlook, tenacity, determination, drive and ambition,

 proven ability to multi-task under pressure and deliver,

 attention to detail,

 creativity and some natural instinct - a developed mind,

 good social skills and emotional intelligence,

 problem solving and analytical intelligence,

 strong powers of persuasion,

 a logical mind,

 strong organisational skills,

 and evidence of good leadership and management qualities, so you can fill any skill-gaps with other people and grow a team.

Few people possess all of these attributes, so don’t worry. Ask other people their opinion. Ask people you have worked with, ideally somebody who owns an established and successful business. Listen to their advice. Don’t pay too much attention to friends, family or colleagues as they tend to give political answers.

Let us cut to the chase. You can take the ’Have I got what it takes?’ test - it is free and might help you on your way. You can discuss the results with us to flush out your strengths and weaknesses. You can then build a team around you that complements them. You can also develop some of these skills on your journey.

biz-wisdom: Don’t expect to succeed immediately. It often takes several attempts at your business before you really get it right but that’s half the fun. Plan to succeed but be prepared to fallback and re-group often along the way. Learn by your mistakes - just as in life, this will serve you well. It will keep you motivated and happy.