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Session 1: Self-Assessment

1a. Reasons To Start 1b. Reasons Not To Start 1c. Common Traits 1d. Common Mistakes
1e. Aptitude Quiz Summary

Module 1b: 10 Great Reasons NOT To Be In Business

Not everyone is suited to start and run his or her own business operation. Think about the following list of reasons not to be in business and see how they might match-up with concerns or issues that you may be facing. If some of these match reasons you face, you should begin to question whether you should proceed with the goal of going into business. Read this list carefully, complete the form, and be as honest with yourself as possible when checking off which level of response you can best identify with. After responding to each of the points introduced below, submit the form to receive a copy via the email address(es) specified.

Instructions: Select an option for each question, and submit the form to receive your score

10 Great Reasons NOT To Be In Business
1. Long hours which can include nights, weekends, and holidays Appealing Unsure Not Appealing
2. Hard work Appealing Unsure Not Appealing
3. High stress and emotional strain Appealing Unsure Not Appealing
4. Financial risk Appealing Unsure Not Appealing
5. Potential for unstable income and loss of benefits Appealing Unsure Not Appealing
6. Lower quality of life until your business is established Appealing Unsure Not Appealing
7. Complete responsibility for all aspects of the business operation Appealing Unsure Not Appealing
8. Need to have many different skills and talents Appealing Unsure Not Appealing
9. Potential for business failure Appealing Unsure Not Appealing
10. Social isolation Appealing Unsure Not Appealing

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Interpreting Your Score

Scores are based on the following values:
3 = Appealing, 2 = Unsure, 1 = Not Appealing

Now – on to 1c: Common Entrepreneurial Traits

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