Quote: Entrepreneurship is not for the faint of heart. Must have patience, persistence, and perseverance to succeed.
-Sharlotte Jackson
A lot of people want to be an entrepreneur. But do you have what it takes? Do you understand that things will not happen overnight? Chances are you aren't going to get your big break after your first business meeting. You may not get it on your tenth. The truth is, things aren't going to happen on your time table. Do you have the patience for that? No? Entrepreneurship may not be for you.
Do you have persistence? Do you have the gumption to move forward while obstacles stand in your way? There are times when your dreams will be put on hold. Setbacks happen. Business isn't always going to be sunny. Detours occur. When Walt Disney first started his company, he had to go work for someone else for awhile because business slowed down. But he didn't give up on his dream. He went one to build one of the greatest animation companies in the world.
That brings us to perseverance. On this journey called entrepreneurship, there will be many dark nights of fear and uncertainty. There will be doubts and you will question your own competence and confidence. There will be times when the only person who believes in your vision is you. It's during these times where you will have to summon your courage and dig deep to move forward. Milton Hershey had three failed candy companies before Hershey Chocolate Company became a success. But he never gave up on his dream. Are you willing to endure all of this? Are you willing to do what it takes to finish the race? If not, then entrepreneurship may not be for you.
I know, this may seem harsh, but now is the time to face the truth. Before you put the time, effort, money, and energy into whatever business venture you decide to pursue, consider these things. Only you can decide what is right for you. So choose wisely.
