Six traits of highly successful entrepreneurs  

Entrepreneurial Potential Indicator

 This brief questionnaire has been compiled by Dr Mark Parkinson, an expert in the psychology of entrepreneurs. It is based on the six traits of successful entrepreneurs (click on the article above for more information) and gives a quick indication of your entrepreneurial potential. The higher your score the closer your 'behaviour' is to that of a typical entrepreneur.

Instructions. Look at the fifteen statements which follow. Click on the:
  • 1 - if it is not at all like you
  • 2 - if it is a bit like you
  • 3 - in-between
  • 4 - if it is quite like you
  • 5 - if it is very like you.
Important. Try and answer as honestly as you can and do not use the middle category unless you really cannot decide.

 
1    2    3    4    5 

 1  I would describe myself as a gambler
 2  I have a strong need to work independently
 3  I make a clear distinction between work & leisure
 4  I believe you make your own luck
 5  I am a highly creative person
 6  I think I take bigger risks than most people
 7  I am easily discouraged if things don't go my way
 8  I often follow my gut instinct
 9  I don't start something without a clear plan of action
 10  I am good at dealing with ambiguous situations
 11  I always 'put my money where my mouth is'
 12  I thrive on challenges and problems
 13  Once I start a project I stick with it to the end
 14  I believe that 'failure' is just a learning opportunity
 15  I always make rational decisions
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Business Psychology for Managers, Leaders & Entrepreneurs

This questionnaire is for illustrative purposes only. If you are interested in being profiled against the key characteristics of successful entrepreneurs, or fancy your chances as a contestant on the BBC programme,'The Apprentice', contact Mark via his website.

© 2008 Mark Parkinson

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