According to the Gallup Entrepreneurship and Job Creation initiative, there are 10 traits every entrepreneur has that results in better performance for their business. Both inherent ability and acquired skill affect a leader’s success rate but it’s their behavioral tendencies that put them in that position to begin with. Gallup analyzed the 10 functional demands of entrepreneurship (FDE) and how personality correlates with a positive outcome.
Entrepreneurs: 10 Behavioral Traits That Impact Business Outcomes
“Different entrepreneurs bring different strengths to the table—some may be highly creative and competent, but low on focus and relationship building. Others may be astute business thinkers but have issues with delegation. Many times the gaps in ability to meet a certain demand can be filled by acquiring skills or knowledge or establishing complimentary partnerships with others who bring another set of talents to the table, thus meeting the demand of the role.” – Sangeeta Badal, Ph.D. from Gallup
As an entrepreneur with over 20 years experience I found myself captivated by the article on Forbes that takes an in-depth look at this research. No one is perfect, however, and you shouldn’t be discouraged from following your dreams just because you have different strength and weaknesses from other successful business owners. There is a place for everyone and I believe in you! xo
