What Does It Take To Be A Successful Entrepreneur?

**EntrepreneurCoach** · 08-09-2009 11:59 AM

What Does It Take To Be A Successful Entrepreneur

This list is an attempt to shine a spotlight on what it takes to achieve great success in business. Please add your ideas in the comment section below. Which of these would make your list and what should be added?

(These are listed in no particular order)

Follow Your Passion and Dreams
Be Genuine and Authentic
Practice A Great Work Ethic
Surround Yourself With Successful People
Be Enthusiastic and Passionate
Enlist Support From Coaches, Peers, and Mentors
Maintain Focus and Discipline
Create Well Defined Goals
Exhibit Internal Energy and Drive
Create A Positive Attitude
Grow and Learn by Experimenting
Do Not Be Afraid To Fail
Keep Your Business Aligned With Your Values
Maintain High Standards
Visualize Your Goals and The Future You Want
Believe In Yourself
Exhibit Self-Discipline and Self-Management
Take Risks
Develop Your Emotional Intelligence
Make Your Health a Priority
Recognize Your Strengths and Weaknesses
Dream Big
Be Persistent and Assertive
Celebrate Your Successes
Live In The Moment
Follow Through With Commitments
Learn To View Challenges From Different Perspectives
Maintain Optimism
Develop Your Communication Skills
Be Likeable
Laugh At Yourself
Learn New Things

**my_misyel** · 08-09-2009 05:46 PM

^Think positive and don't forget to learn from your past mistakes.

**Rich Grads** · 08-09-2009 09:17 PM

Fail,,,,a lot,,,,,you'll learn more,,,,,,but never quit!

**inle** · 08-10-2009 02:36 AM

Keep an Open Mind..
Dare to face Dangers & take Chances & Opportunities in them..

**NorthShoreWebs** · 08-11-2009 02:18 PM

HARD WORK!

Sounds Cliche but not everyone can have a niche in what they do. Work hard, work extra, and be honest and you would be surprised what that can bring in for customers.

**NorthShoreWebs** · 08-11-2009 02:18 PM

Remember, sometimes thinking outside the box can be detrimental.

**NorthShoreWebs** · 08-11-2009 02:20 PM

Inle posted a good one.

Remember this...

The smartest people know that they do not know EVERYTHING. listen to advisers or people with ideas. Don't think you automatically know it. You develop tunnel vision that way.

Even Warren Buffett consults multiple advisors before making big decisions.