What it Takes to Become a Successful Entrepreneur

There are certain characteristics that can determine if an entrepreneur will succeed. Erika Andersen’s article on forbes.com discusses the 5 characteristics that she believes an entrepreneur needs to be successful, the first two being tenacity and risk tolerance. She continues to explain the importance of having drive that comes from within, rather than from an outside source. When starting a new business you have to wake up every morning and continue to push your new business forward. If you are not truly passionate about the business you are starting, or if you are starting the business for somebody else, you will most likely give up on the company before it is able to become successful.

Click here to read the full article by Erika Andersen at forbes.com.