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What is the key characteristic of a successful business model?

  • It meets the needs of its customers and adds value to the market (correct)
  • It is profitable in the short-term
  • It uses a franchise business model
  • It has a large customer base

    • Which of the following is an example of a successful business model?

  • Netflix (correct)
  • Blockbuster
  • Sears
  • Uber

    • What is the key characteristic of an unsuccessful business model?

  • It meets the needs of its customers and adds value to the market
  • It fails to create, deliver, and capture value for its customers, stakeholders, and shareholders (correct)
  • It is profitable in the long-term
  • It uses a franchise business model

    • Which of the following is an example of an unsuccessful business model?

    <p>Blockbuster</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of business model does McDonald's use?

    <p>Franchise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does YouTube generate revenue?

    <p>Through advertising and content licensing agreements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of delegation in an organization?

    <p>To give senior management time to consider new tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are customers essential for the success of a business?

    <p>Their loyalty and feedback directly affect the company's growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common method to identify customer needs?

    <p>Engaging in one-on-one interviews with customers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does delegation contribute to the formation of a great business team?

    <p>By allowing staff to use and develop their skills to the fullest potential</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is understanding and meeting customer needs crucial for businesses?

    <p>It helps in delivering value and fostering long-term relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do customers play in an organization's growth?

    <p>Affect the organization's market position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the CFO in a start-up company?

    <p>Negotiating valuations and capital requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is a full-time CFO typically required in a start-up?

    <p>Once the product or solution is ready and sales are being made</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the CFO when the CEO is absent?

    <p>Overseeing the day-to-day operational issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the CEO in a start-up company?

    <p>Negotiating valuations and capital requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between the roles of the CFO and the COO in a growing start-up?

    <p>The CFO takes on the role of the COO when the business is not yet profitable enough to justify hiring a COO.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical background of a CFO in a start-up company?

    <p>An ex-banker, financial analyst, accountant or treasurer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What metrics should be used to outline the condition of an industry?

    <p>Projected growth and size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When determining the target audience, what factors should be considered?

    <p>Age, gender, and occupation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial element of marketing analysis?

    <p>Evaluating competitors' strengths and weaknesses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of developing a buyer persona?

    <p>To understand the ideal customer's characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to analyze competitors' position within the market?

    <p>To identify potential threats and opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done after outlining an industry's condition and analyzing competitors?

    <p>Highlight most prominent competitors within the market</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of a successful entrepreneur according to the passage?

    <p>Being inward-looking and self-reliant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, which of the following traits is essential for an entrepreneur?

    <p>Having integrity and reliability in terms of keeping promises</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the passage suggest about an entrepreneur's ability to cope with uncertainty?

    <p>An entrepreneur should be able to cope with uncertainty related to sales and turnover</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, which of the following is NOT an indicator of a successful entrepreneur?

    <p>Being satisfied with current standards and not striving for improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what is involved in an entrepreneur taking risks?

    <p>Working out the likely costs and gains, the chance of success, and having belief in oneself</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following skills or knowledge is NOT mentioned as important for an entrepreneur in the passage?

    <p>Marketing skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

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