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What is the primary characteristic of a 'salary-substitute firm'?
What is the primary characteristic of a 'salary-substitute firm'?
- Providing an income comparable to a traditional job without full-time commitment. (correct)
- Offering only luxury goods and services.
- Focusing exclusively on online sales and marketing.
- Requiring the entrepreneur to work longer hours than a traditional job.
Which business type is defined by an individual acquiring controlling interest in a company, often to make significant decisions?
Which business type is defined by an individual acquiring controlling interest in a company, often to make significant decisions?
- Acquiring (Buy-out) business (correct)
- Lifestyle Firm
- Franchising business
- Start-up business
In a 'product and trademark franchise', what does the franchisor guarantee to the franchisee?
In a 'product and trademark franchise', what does the franchisor guarantee to the franchisee?
- Complete autonomy in business operations.
- Exclusive rights to operate in multiple territories.
- The right to buy and sell the franchisor's product under its trademark. (correct)
- Guaranteed profitability within the first year of operation.
What is a primary advantage of a franchising business for entrepreneurs?
What is a primary advantage of a franchising business for entrepreneurs?
What is a common characteristic of start-up businesses?
What is a common characteristic of start-up businesses?
How does a 'leveraged buy-out' primarily facilitate the acquisition of a company?
How does a 'leveraged buy-out' primarily facilitate the acquisition of a company?
Which of the following best describes an 'Entrepreneurial Firm'?
Which of the following best describes an 'Entrepreneurial Firm'?
An entrepreneur believes that simply starting a business guarantees immediate success. Which common misconception does this reflect?
An entrepreneur believes that simply starting a business guarantees immediate success. Which common misconception does this reflect?
Consider a scenario where an individual within a company obtains the right to take over or make major decisions because they own more than 50% of it. What type of business venture does this exemplify?
Consider a scenario where an individual within a company obtains the right to take over or make major decisions because they own more than 50% of it. What type of business venture does this exemplify?
Suppose an entrepreneur secures funding purely by leveraging their personal credit and liquidating all assets (home, savings, etc.) without conducting thorough market research under the assumption that 'business is a safe investment'. If the business fails, what potentially devastating consequence is MOST directly highlighted by their actions?
Suppose an entrepreneur secures funding purely by leveraging their personal credit and liquidating all assets (home, savings, etc.) without conducting thorough market research under the assumption that 'business is a safe investment'. If the business fails, what potentially devastating consequence is MOST directly highlighted by their actions?
Flashcards
Start-up Business
Start-up Business
A business that is just starting, often by entrepreneurs aiming to fulfill a market need with a specific product or service.
Salary-Substitute Firm
Salary-Substitute Firm
A start-up firm that provides an income similar to a conventional job but without the full-time commitment.
Lifestyle Firm
Lifestyle Firm
A business established to pursue a particular lifestyle and earn income from hobbies or passions.
Entrepreneurial Firm
Entrepreneurial Firm
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Franchising Business
Franchising Business
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Product and Trademark Franchise
Product and Trademark Franchise
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Business Format Franchise
Business Format Franchise
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Acquiring (Buy-Out) Business
Acquiring (Buy-Out) Business
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Management Buy-Out
Management Buy-Out
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Leveraged Buy-Out
Leveraged Buy-Out
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Study Notes
- There are three types of businesses based on management.
- Start-up business
- Franchising
- Acquire (Buy-out) business
Start-Up Business
- A start-up business is new or just beginning, usually started by one or more entrepreneurs.
- Start-ups aim to fulfill a perceived demand for a specific product or service, focusing on a niche market.
- Independent businesses are able to generate larger profit
- Start-ups are gaining popularity as a means to earn or survive, including online selling.
- Entrepreneurs sell various in-demand products like food, clothes, and other necessities.
- The business can be managed by partners or a corporation.
- There are different kinds of start-up firms.
- Salary-substitute firms provide income similar to a regular job without requiring a full day's work.
- They focus on easily accessible, everyday products/services.
- Some operate within specific hours, earning as much as a full-time job.
- Lifestyle firms are established to pursue and monetize a desired lifestyle.
- Examples include tour guiding, cooking, or baking where the owner promotes a hobby.
- Entrepreneurial firms aim to introduce new products/services, maximizing available resources.
- Social media helps in job hunting and supports the firm's growth potential.
Franchising Business
- Franchise translates to privilege or freedom, involving an agreement between two parties.
- A franchisee pays a franchisor for the right to use their trademark to sell their product, service, or business.
- Franchising is advantageous for entrepreneurs seeking to enter a competitive market with an established brand.
- It minimizes the time needed for branding and marketing.
- Franchising can be structured as a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation.
- Two types of franchise systems exist.
- A product and trademark franchise allows the franchisee to buy and sell the franchisor's product under their trademark.
- Business format franchises provide training and advertising support from the franchisor to help the franchisee grow their business.
- This format is common in tourism and hospitality sectors, including commercial/residential services, lodging, restaurants, real estate, retail food, and more.
Acquiring (Buy-Out) Business
- Buy-out involves acquiring controlling interest in a company, granting the individual the power to make significant decisions.
- This is most attractive if there is perceived potential to enhance a business' performance under new leadership and direction.
- This is pursued when the acquiring buyer anticipates a good return on their investment.
- A management buy-out is when a company is purchased from a private owner or parent company.
- A leveraged buy-out occurs when the buyer uses assets, bonds, or loans to control a company, minimizing the initial monetary investment.
Misconceptions About Business Ventures
- Business ventures can attract many opinions.
- It is often falsely assumed that having a venture leads to instantaneous success.
- Common misconceptions exist.
- Business is a safe investment.
- There is a misconception that money spent equals success.
- Businesses are risks, that can result in losses.
- The business ensures success.
- Just starting doesn't mean it will be successful.
- Success depends on continuous assessment, and actions taken.
- Business grows rapidly.
- Entrepreneurs expect to rapidly create many businesses.
- Business growth is gradual process with step-by-step methods.
- Business is a safe investment.
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