1.1 Characteristics of successful entrepreneurs - Word Drop

Entrepreneurs share characteristics that increase their chance of success. Forming original ideas for products, branding and marketing is ______, which helps a sole trader run many parts of a business. The characteristic of ______ helps them turn these ideas into new methods, new products or a ______ that makes the business stand out. A characteristic where an entrepreneur accepts that some decisions may not succeed is ______. Successful entrepreneurs take ______ risks, weighing up likely outcomes rather than playing safe.

Good ______ helps an entrepreneur share information clearly through speech, writing and body language with colleagues, customers and investors. Getting the best deal with suppliers, banks or employees by discussing different ideas is ______. Trying new things and taking risks requires ______, because entrepreneurs must believe in what they sell and feel comfortable changing their mind.

Drive, resilience and persistence, especially when problems keep coming, are shown by ______. Together these characteristics help an entrepreneur overcome hurdles and compete more effectively.