The document discusses whether entrepreneurs are born or created and summarizes current research on the topic. It lists character traits commonly seen in entrepreneurs such as being decisive, hard working, and able to take criticism. While some research finds that entrepreneurs are inspired by innate drives and family influences, other studies show that entrepreneurship can be taught through university programs and training courses. The document concludes that entrepreneurial skills and mindsets can be developed.

1. Lecture 1-3 Are Entrepreneurs Born or Created?

3. Love What They Do

4. Want to be Master of their Financial Destiny

5. Are Organized, Independent and self-confident

6. Are hard workers

7. Can take criticism and rejection

8. Have specialized business ability from experience or education

9. Are determined and persistent

10. Can find people to shore-up Weaknesses. Are good judges of talent and character

11. Can see how all the parts fit together

12. Willingness to sacrifice

13. Emotional stability & optimism

14. Low need for status

15. Objective approach to interpersonal relationships

16. Time management

17. Persuasion

18. Selling

19. Negotiating

20. Leadership skills

21. Intuitive decision taking/making

22. Creative problem solving

23. Ability to conclude deals

24. Strategic Thinking

27. From family, they inherit many traits key to entrepreneurship: creativity, drive, a willingness to take risks.

29. IT CAN BE TAUGHT