risks n rewards 🤍 Flashcards

the risks and rewards of starting a business

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Lack Of Security

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Entrepreneurs often lose the security that they had with their job in terms of a regular wage. This means that if the business isn’t making any profit, the entrepreneur may have no money to live off.

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Failure

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Starting a new business is risky as they are very likely to fail in their early days.

They face the risk that consumers may not want to buy their product, especially if it is a new product.

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Financial Loss

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Starting a new business can be a big investment. Failure can often mean a big financial loss for the entrepreneur.

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Reward

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If a business succeeds, there may be a big emotional or financial reward.

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Risks

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A business may not succeed for a number of reasons. Starting a new business can be risky.

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Dissatisfaction with current job

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Many entrepreneurs have had jobs in the past that they hadn’t enjoyed which lead them to pursue their new idea.

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Financial Reward

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If a business is successful then an entrepreneur can make a profit.

They may also be able to sell the business for a large sum in the future.

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Being their own boss

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Setting up a business means you can work for yourself.

This means you are more likely to have flexible working hours and more choice over the type of work that you do.

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Pursue an interest

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Some entrepreneurs genuinely want to set up a business to explore something they are passionate about.

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