10 Step Venture eMentoring Program

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10 Step Venture eMentoring Program™

Session 1: Self-Assessment

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

Module 1summary: Summary Session 1

Undertaking your own business venture can be exciting, rewarding and profitable, but it is critical that you first conclude that it is the right course of action for you – and only you can ultimately form this conclusion.

Each of the assessment tools presented in this first Session of the 10 Steps to Successfully Launching Your Own Venture have been designed to help you look at the issues of self-employment and entrepreneurship from different perspectives. Now let’s look at what the exercises are suggesting so far:

Section	Your Score
10 Great Reasons To Be in Business for Yourself
10 Great Reasons Not To Be in Business for Yourself
Common Entrepreneurial Traits
Common Mistakes That Lead To Business Failure
Self Assessment/Risk Assessment Quiz
Total of All Scores	0

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Interpreting Your Score

If you scored above 240, you show a strong aptitude for entrepreneurship.

If you scored between 195 and 239, you have potential but may want to improve your skills in your weaker areas by seeking training or hiring someone with the needed skills.

If you scored between 130 and 194, you may not want to start a business alone. You may want to look for a business partner who can compliment you in the areas where you are weak. Keep in mind that having a partner can bring with it difficulties you may not want to experience as well. Make such a decision carefully and for the right reasons.

If you scored below 129, running your own business may not be for you. You will probably be happier and more successful working for someone else. However, only you can make that decision.

It is important to keep in mind that there are no definitive answers. This is just a tool. It is interesting to use and interpret, but you should keep it in perspective. The ultimate choice is yours.

Now – on to Session 2: Business Idea

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