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What does the term entrepreneurship primarily aim to achieve?
What does the term entrepreneurship primarily aim to achieve?
It aims to gear someone towards self-employment.
From which French word does 'entrepreneur' originate, and what does it mean?
From which French word does 'entrepreneur' originate, and what does it mean?
'Entrepreneur' originates from the French word 'entreprende,' meaning 'to undertake.'
Identify two key competencies important for successful entrepreneurship.
Identify two key competencies important for successful entrepreneurship.
Integrity and risk-taking are two key competencies.
How does 'strategic thinking' benefit an entrepreneur?
How does 'strategic thinking' benefit an entrepreneur?
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Why is 'customer relation service' a crucial competency for an entrepreneur?
Why is 'customer relation service' a crucial competency for an entrepreneur?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurship focuses on self-employment and creating wealth through business.
- The term "entrepreneur" is derived from the French word "entreprende," meaning "to undertake."
- Defined as the art of managing and operating a self-owned business to provide valuable goods and services.
- An entrepreneur is a person who effectively advocates and practices entrepreneurial concepts and principles.
Competencies of Entrepreneurs
- Integrity: Essential for building trust and credibility in business interactions.
- Conceptual Thinking: Ability to understand complex ideas and develop innovative solutions.
- Risk Taking: Willingness to make decisions that may involve uncertainty and potential loss.
- Networking and Collaboration: Building relationships and working with others to leverage opportunities.
- Strategic Thinking: Planning and executing strategies to achieve long-term business goals.
- Commercial Aptitude: Understanding market dynamics and financial principles to drive profitability.
- Decisiveness: Capability to make timely and effective decisions in various circumstances.
- Optimism: Positive outlook that fosters resilience and motivation in the face of challenges.
- Customer Relation Service: Focus on understanding and meeting customer needs for satisfaction and loyalty.
- People Centered: Emphasis on valuing and managing relationships with employees, partners, and customers.
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Test your knowledge on the fundamentals of entrepreneurship with this introductory quiz, covering its definition and significance in self-employment. Learn about the origins of the term and its relevance today.
