ENTREPRENUERSHIP Flashcards
What is an entrepreneur?
an entrepreneur is a person who is able to spot an opportunity or gap in the market and then collects the resources, take advantage and etablish a business
ENTREPRENEUR
OPPORTUNITY, RESOURCES, GROWTH, RISK, REWARD/PROFIT
PUSH FACTORS (negative)
unemployment
job security.
no formal training.
disagreements with employer
PULL FACTORS (positive)
independance
recognition
self-actualisation
personal employment
CHARACTERISTICS OF AN ENTREPRENEUR
creative/innovative perseverant determination high risk tolerance self-reliance flexibility motivation opportunity seeking
Techno entrepreneur
Look for was to develop technology or who use technology to develop their business
Social entrepreneur
Entrepreneurs venture to solve social issues in society
Tourism entrepreneur
Identifies gaps in the tourism industry and offers goods or services to attract tourists
Enviro entrepreneur
Create business venture to solve environmental problems therefore contributing to a sustainable environment