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An entrepreneur is someone who simply waits for opportunities to arise.
False
Richard Branson is an example of a well-known entrepreneur.
True
Entrepreneurs generally have a limited earning potential compared to employees.
False
Social enterprises do not contribute to fundraising for charity.
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Government support is not available for entrepreneurs looking to start small businesses.
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A major reason for entrepreneurship is the ability to control one’s career direction.
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The concept of a gap in the market is irrelevant to entrepreneurship.
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An intrapreneur is someone who risks their own money while innovating within an organization.
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Organizations that encourage intrapreneurship are more likely to develop new products and improve efficiency.
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The creation of the Cadbury Time Out Bar serves as an example of intrapreneurship.
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Intrapreneurship does not contribute to business growth.
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Intrapreneurs are typically rewarded with promotions or salary increases for their innovative contributions.
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Implementing new ideas from intrapreneurship always leads to increased costs for businesses.
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An online booking system can increase administration costs for a business.
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The success of a business can benefit from introducing new procedures and services through intrapreneurs.
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Entrepreneurs often take both personal and financial risks to maximize their profits.
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Employees have the same level of independence as entrepreneurs when making business decisions.
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Government support for new businesses typically includes financial assistance and educational resources.
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Entrepreneurs seek to create products or services primarily for personal enjoyment without caring about profit.
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Identifying a gap in the market is a critical step for entrepreneurs in establishing a successful business.
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Ambition and personal growth can influence an employee's decision to become an entrepreneur.
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Entrepreneurs generally prefer to remain reactive and wait for market trends to develop.
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Intrapreneurs risk their own money to develop new ideas within an organization.
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Organizations that support intrapreneurship are less likely to identify new markets.
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The development of new products is crucial for the ongoing viability of businesses.
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Intrapreneurship leads to decreased staff loyalty and innovation.
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The creation of the Cadbury Time Out Bar is an example of employee-driven innovation.
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Intrapreneurship can result in increased productivity and profitability for a business.
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An online booking system typically increases the administrative workload for a firm.
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Intrapreneurs are often rewarded with recognition and financial incentives for their contributions.
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Study Notes
Entrepreneur Characteristics
- An entrepreneur identifies market gaps and seizes opportunities to create products or services for profit.
- They are proactive, anticipating needs rather than waiting for events to unfold.
- Personal and financial risks are inherent as entrepreneurs take initiative to establish their ventures.
- Examples include Richard Branson (Virgin Group) and Pat McDonagh (Supermacs).
Types of Enterprises
- Business Enterprise: Expanding into new products.
- Personal Enterprise: Pursuing personal development, like enrolling in night classes.
- Social Enterprise: Fundraising for charitable causes.
- Government Enterprise: Streamlining government departments to eliminate redundancies.
Reasons for Entrepreneurship
- Increased earning potential compared to fixed employee salaries.
- Full independence, allowing entrepreneurs to make their own decisions with no outside authority.
- Opportunity to capitalize on gaps in the market, gaining control over profits from innovative ideas.
- Influenced by a pro-entrepreneurship culture through media, showcasing successful entrepreneurs.
- Government backing includes financial and educational support for new businesses, especially those with fewer than 10 employees.
- Ambition drives individuals who feel limited in their current roles to pursue entrepreneurial paths.
- Redundancy can prompt individuals to start their own business as a means of income.
Intrapreneurship Characteristics
- An intrapreneur operates within an organization, fostering innovation by developing new ideas or improving existing services/products.
- They do not risk personal finances, as the organization absorbs the financial implications.
- Recognized rewards typically include promotions or salary increases.
- Intrapreneurship harnesses the entrepreneurial spirit among employees, driving creative solutions.
Intrapreneurship Benefits
- Development of new products/services is crucial for ongoing business viability.
- Contributes to business growth through staff loyalty and innovation.
- Enhances productivity and profitability via innovative cost-cutting measures and improved processes, such as online booking systems reducing administration costs.
- Organizations fostering intrapreneurship are better positioned to discover new markets and operational efficiencies.
Entrepreneur Characteristics
- An entrepreneur identifies market gaps and seizes opportunities to create products or services for profit.
- They are proactive, anticipating needs rather than waiting for events to unfold.
- Personal and financial risks are inherent as entrepreneurs take initiative to establish their ventures.
- Examples include Richard Branson (Virgin Group) and Pat McDonagh (Supermacs).
Types of Enterprises
- Business Enterprise: Expanding into new products.
- Personal Enterprise: Pursuing personal development, like enrolling in night classes.
- Social Enterprise: Fundraising for charitable causes.
- Government Enterprise: Streamlining government departments to eliminate redundancies.
Reasons for Entrepreneurship
- Increased earning potential compared to fixed employee salaries.
- Full independence, allowing entrepreneurs to make their own decisions with no outside authority.
- Opportunity to capitalize on gaps in the market, gaining control over profits from innovative ideas.
- Influenced by a pro-entrepreneurship culture through media, showcasing successful entrepreneurs.
- Government backing includes financial and educational support for new businesses, especially those with fewer than 10 employees.
- Ambition drives individuals who feel limited in their current roles to pursue entrepreneurial paths.
- Redundancy can prompt individuals to start their own business as a means of income.
Intrapreneurship Characteristics
- An intrapreneur operates within an organization, fostering innovation by developing new ideas or improving existing services/products.
- They do not risk personal finances, as the organization absorbs the financial implications.
- Recognized rewards typically include promotions or salary increases.
- Intrapreneurship harnesses the entrepreneurial spirit among employees, driving creative solutions.
Intrapreneurship Benefits
- Development of new products/services is crucial for ongoing business viability.
- Contributes to business growth through staff loyalty and innovation.
- Enhances productivity and profitability via innovative cost-cutting measures and improved processes, such as online booking systems reducing administration costs.
- Organizations fostering intrapreneurship are better positioned to discover new markets and operational efficiencies.
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Explore the essential characteristics of entrepreneurs and the different types of enterprises they can start. This quiz dives into the motivations behind entrepreneurship, highlighting examples and reasons for choosing this path. Test your knowledge on entrepreneur traits and enterprise classifications.
