Chapter 2-Characteristics of an Entrepreneur

Which of the following is true about American entrepreneurs?

• many work from home

• they work hard

• they are all ages

• all of the above

The ability to perform a specific kind of task after practice is referred to as having

• self-esteem

• an aptitude

• an attitude

• a skill

Which of the following is not generally a personal characteristic of a successful entrepreneur?

• creativity

• curiosity

• courage

• cautiousness

What percentage of business owners used money of their own, or from their families, to start or buy a business?

• less than 20 %

• between 40% and 60%

• between 20% and 40%

• more than 60 %

An attitude is

• a way of thinking about something that affects how you feel about it

• a feeling you can choose to have

• a feeling that can be positive or negative

• all of the above

Self-assessment is something that

• is more important for employees than entrepreneurs

• helps you maximize your strengths and weaknesses

• entrepreneurs do not consider when hiring employees

• all of the above

Which trait is not part of the NFTE Entrepreneurial Mindset?

• risk avoidance

• flexibility

• persistence

• critical thinking

One of the ways to increase your entrepreneurial potential is to find a mentor.

• True

• False

Entrepreneurs tend to be people with positive attitudes.

• True

• False

Instead of seeing problems, a successful entrepreneur usually sees opportunities.

• True

• False