Chapter Name: Develop individual entrepreneurial characteristics
Description:This chapter focuses on cultivating personal entrepreneurial qualities.
Purpuse:To enhance personal attributes that support entrepreneurial endeavors.
Rational:Personal development is crucial for effective leadership and business growth.
Chapters Topics
A base-line knowledge of self in respect of personality, interests and aptitude is established by the learner.
Conduct a self-assessment to understand personal strengths, preferences, and natural inclinations relevant to entrepreneurship.
The characteristics of a successful entrepreneur are identified and listed in the individual’s own context.
Relate well-known entrepreneurial traits to personal characteristics and assess their relevance.
Own strengths and weaknesses as an entrepreneur are determined with examples.
Identify personal entrepreneurial strengths and areas for improvement, supported by examples from experiences or simulated activities.
Strategies to address shortcomings are developed and implemented where possible.
Formulate a personal development plan to improve weaker traits and build on strengths, where applicable.
Enabling programmes for the new entrepreneur are identified and explained in terms of their benefits and limitations.
Identify and evaluate training, mentorship, and support programmes that aid entrepreneurial development, including pros and cons.
Short term goals are articulated and discussed for self in entrepreneurial context; medium and long term goals are planned and determined in the context of sustainability.
Set clear personal goals for short, medium, and long-term development as an entrepreneur with a view to business sustainability.