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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a successful business, according to the text?

  • Profitability (correct)
  • Flexibility
  • Innovation
  • Customer Service

Global businesses rely on interconnected supply chains, which can be considered a form of globalization.

True (A)

What is the primary purpose of a business, according to the provided content?

To generate revenue.

A successful business should have flexibility and understand when to ______ if it is not succeeding.

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Match the following terms with their definitions:

<p>Entrepreneur = A person who organizes/manages a business, usually with initiative and risk Innovation = Changing the market by trying something new or creating a new idea Risk taking = Trying a new idea with the risk of failure but also success Start-up = When a company first opens Venture capital = A type of financing for a small business with high long term potential Angel investor = A type of investor, usually wealthy, who takes a portion of your business in return for a stake in it</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of risk taking in a business?

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The break-even point is the amount of money a business needs to make to cover its operating expenses.

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What is the significance of venture capital for a start-up company?

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Which of the following is NOT a component of the marketing mix?

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Social media marketing is a form of advertising that is always expensive.

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What does the term 'SWOT' stand for in business analysis?

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A company that focuses on a ______ market caters to a specific group of customers with unique needs.

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Match the following marketing concepts with their definitions:

<p>Marketing Mix = The combination of factors used to convince customers to buy a product Target Audience = The specific group of people a business wants to reach Branding = Creating a unique identity and name for a product or company Niche Market = A specialized market catering to a small group with unique needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does limited liability protection ensure for business owners?

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A non-profit organization can distribute profits to its owners.

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What is the primary purpose of a profit organization?

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Goods are items that are physically ______ to a consumer by a retailer.

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Which skills are essential for a marketer?

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An internship is a permanent job that guarantees full-time employment.

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What is personal branding?

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An entrepreneur is someone who _____ starts up a business.

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Match the following careers with their primary skills:

<p>Accountant = Math ability, attention to detail Financial Planner = Financial knowledge, organization skills Sales Representative = Persuasion, relationship building Business Analyst = Critical thinking, research</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is primarily involved in recruitment and training?

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Networking is only about building professional relationships.

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What document is commonly used for job applications?

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What does the term 'cashflow' refer to in a business context?

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An entrepreneur should have a low risk tolerance.

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What characteristic of an entrepreneur involves being aware of their strengths and weaknesses?

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A business's yearly amount of sales income is known as ______.

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Match the following characteristics of entrepreneurship with their descriptions:

<p>Curiosity = Asking questions to gain new ideas Risk tolerance = Understanding risk and reward Persistence = Seeing failure as an opportunity Communication = Collaborating effectively with a team</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which colored hat in De Bono's Hats focuses on logic and benefits?

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The Green Hat in De Bono's Hats is associated with critical thinking.

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What is the unique selling point of a business?

<p>What a business does differently to differentiate itself in the market</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the average historical growth rate of stocks annually?

<p>7-10% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cutting unnecessary expenses is a recommended tip for managing finances.

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Define simple interest.

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The __________ is the amount of money that an individual owes to another party.

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Match the following types of interest with their definitions:

<p>Simple Interest = Interest calculated only on the principal amount Compound Interest = Interest calculated on both the principal and accumulated interest Savings Interest = Interest earned from saving money Borrowing Interest = Interest paid on borrowed money</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a benefit of building credit history?

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Credit is the amount of money that an individual owes to another party.

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List one tip for effective credit management.

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Flashcards

Profit Organization

An organization that exists to make money by selling goods or services.

Non-Profit Organization

An organization that works to help the community and doesn't make a profit for its owners.

Limited Liability (LL)

A type of business structure where the owner's personal assets are protected from business liabilities; they only risk what they invested.

Goods

Items that are physically sold to a consumer. When you buy a good, you own it.

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Services

Actions or activities performed by a person or group for you. You don't own the service, it's done for you.

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Marketing Mix

A marketing strategy involving a mix of elements, such as product, price, place, and promotion, to persuade customers.

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Target Audience

A specific group of people a business aims to reach, often categorized by age, interests, or demographics.

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Niche Marketing

A marketing strategy focusing on a small, specialized market with unique needs and preferences.

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SWOT Analysis

A framework for analyzing a business's internal strengths and weaknesses, and external opportunities and threats.

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Social Media Marketing

Using social media platforms as a marketing tool to reach a wide, free audience and engage with consumers.

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Flexibility

The ability of a business to adjust and change its strategies to stay successful in a constantly evolving market.

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Entrepreneur

A person who takes an active role in creating, organizing, and managing a business with the goal of making a profit.

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Start-up

A term used to describe the initial phase of a company's existence, usually characterized by rapid growth and a focus on securing funding.

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Angel Investor

A type of investment where wealthy individuals provide capital to promising businesses in exchange for a portion of ownership.

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Risk Taking

This involves putting a new idea or product out there, even if it has a chance of failing. It's about taking calculated risks to differentiate a business.

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Innovation

New ideas or products that change the way things are done or the way people think about a product or service.

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Customer service

A crucial aspect of a successful business that focuses on meeting and exceeding customer expectations. It's about building strong relationships.

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Break-even point

Money that a business needs to make in sales to cover all its expenses and start making a profit.

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Turnover

The total amount of money a business makes from sales in a year.

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Niche

A specific group of customers that a business focuses on.

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Cashflow

The money flowing into and out of a business.

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Net Profit

The amount of money a business makes after subtracting all its costs.

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Unique Selling Point (USP)

The unique qualities that make a business stand out from its competitors.

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Business Model

The way a business operates and generates profit.

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De Bono's Hats

A process of thinking and discussing ideas using different colored hats, each representing a different mindset.

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Decisiveness

The ability to make good decisions quickly and confidently.

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Interest

The cost of borrowing money or the reward for saving money.

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Simple Interest

Interest calculated only on the principal amount.

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Compound Interest

Interest calculated on the principal amount and accumulated interest from previous periods.

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Savings Interest

Money earned from keeping your money in a savings account.

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Borrowing Interest

The amount of interest you have to pay when borrowing money.

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Credit

A form of trust allowing one party to lend money to another, who then repays it with interest.

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Debt

The amount of money owed by an individual to another party, usually for borrowing money.

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Marketing

Strategies used by businesses to attract customers and increase sales.

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Resume

A document that highlights your skills, education, and work history for job applications.

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Entrepreneurship

The process of starting and running your own business, often involving innovation and risk-taking.

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Networking

Connecting with other people, building relationships for professional purposes like making decisions and getting support.

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Internships

Short-term, temporary job experiences designed to provide real-world skills and experience.

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Personal branding

How you present yourself to others, both online and in person, showcasing your skills and values.

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Social media

Using social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc., to connect with others and build your professional presence.

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Accountant

Someone who uses creativity and skills to understand the market and make decisions about a business's financial health.

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Business Analyst

They work with businesses to gather and analyze data, helping them make well-informed decisions using evidence.

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Study Notes

Limited Liability

  • Limited liability protects personal assets
  • If a business incurs debt, only the business's assets are at risk

Goods and Services

  • Goods are physical items sold to consumers
  • Ownership transfers from the seller to the buyer
  • Services are actions performed for a consumer
  • Consumers do not own the service

Profit vs. Non-Profit

  • Profit organizations aim to make a profit by selling goods or services
  • Profit organizations are required to pay taxes
  • Non-profit organizations exist to benefit the community and do not pay taxes

Types of Businesses

  • Sole Proprietorship: Owned and operated by one person
  • Partnership: Owned by 2 or more people sharing responsibility
  • Corporation: A separate entity from its owners; provides limited liability protection
  • Limited Liability Company (LLC): Combines liability protection of a corporation with tax efficiencies of a partnership
  • Franchise: A business that licenses its name and model to another business
  • Cooperative: Owned by a group of people sharing resources, like customers or coworkers

Roles of Businesses

  • Generate revenue
  • Create innovative technology
  • Provide jobs
  • Address global issues
  • Support infrastructure
  • Facilitate trade
  • Help with globalization

Characteristics of a Successful Business

  • Strong customer service
  • Innovation
  • Flexibility

Entrepreneurship

  • Entrepreneur: Organizes/manages a business, usually with initiative and risk
  • Innovation: Introduces new products/services/processes
  • Risk Taking: Taking chances in hope of achieving success
  • Start-up: When a business first opens
  • Venture Capital: Funding for small businesses with high potential
  • Angel Investor: Wealthy individuals who invest in businesses
  • Assets: Things a business owns (vehicles, buildings)
  • Personal Assets: Possessions of an individual

Characteristics of an Entrepreneur

  • Curiosity
  • Adaptability
  • Decisiveness
  • Self-Awareness
  • Risk Tolerance
  • Comfortable with Failure
  • Persistence
  • Innovative Thinking
  • Dedication/Long-Term Focus
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Communication
  • Accounting Skills

De Bono's Hats

  • Different Colored Hats for different thinking styles
  • Helps encourage critical thinking and creativity

Challenges of an Entrepreneur

  • Keeping up with trends
  • Inventory Management
  • Competition
  • Logistics and Delivery
  • Sustainability
  • Time Management
  • Team Building
  • Financial Challenges

Financial Literacy

  • Financial Literacy: Skills/knowledge enabling sound financial decisions
  • TFSA: Tax-free savings account for efficient money saving.
  • Budgeting: Planning how to spend money.
  • Saving: Setting aside money for the future
  • Bonds: Lending money to a provider for a return in interest.
  • Credit and Debt: Related to borrowing money.

Marketing

  • Marketing: Attracting customers and growing a business
  • Marketing Mix (4Ps): Product, Price, Place, Promotion
  • Branding: Creating a unique image/name for a product
  • Target Audience: Specific group the business tries to attract
  • Niche Market: Smaller, specialized target market with unique needs
  • SWOT Analysis: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats analysis

Digital Literacy and E-Commerce

  • E-commerce: Buying/selling online.
  • Cybersecurity: Protecting online activities and information.
  • Digital Payments: Using currency online.
  • Supply Chains: The process of making and delivering products from start to finish.
  • Cloud Computing: Using a system online to save data and files.
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI): Tools for better work rates.

Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility

  • Business Ethics: Moral principles for decisions
  • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Policies impacting the environment positively
  • Sustainability: Conducting business in a way that benefits both the present and future of the environment

Decision-Making and Problem Solving

  • SWOT Analysis: Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats for a business
  • Critical Thinking: Strong and clear thought process with logical reasoning

Careers in Business

  • Accountant: Tracking money, creating budgets, and reporting.
  • Marketer: Promoting products, services, and brands via marketing, advertisement.
  • Entrepreneur: Starting and managing your own business.
  • Business Analyst: Analyzing data for businesses and making decisions.
  • Human Resources Manager: Recruiting, training, supervising employees.
  • Financial Planner: Creating financial plans for individuals.
  • Sales Representative: Meeting with clients and conveying the value of the product/service.
  • Management Consultant: Providing advice to businesses.
  • Internship: Short-term job experience to help understand a career.
  • Education: Relevant academic skills.

Globalization & International Business

  • Globalization: The idea of global exchanges.
  • Trade Barriers: Government restrictions on international trade, such as tariffs, quotas, subsidies.
  • Imports / Exports: Movement of goods/services across borders.
  • Multinational Corporation (MNC): Companies operating in various countries.
  • Supply Chain Management (SCM): Tracking the movement of goods.
  • Impact of Globalisation: Greater access to customers; competition increases; new business opportunities arise; increased risk of relying on global chains.
  • Globalisation Challenges: Cultural misunderstandings; economic dependencies; environmental and social risks.
  • International Business Strategies: Adapting to local preferences; standardizing products/services to reach a larger global market

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Test your knowledge on key business concepts, including limited liability, the difference between goods and services, and the distinctions between profit and non-profit organizations. This quiz also covers various types of business structures like sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations.

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