The three primary reasons for entrepreneurs starting their own business are they desire to be their own boss. Besides, they also desire to pursue their own ideas, and realize financial rewards.
The first of these reasons is entrepreneurs desire to be one’s own boss. This is given most commonly. This doesn’t mean, however, that entrepreneurs are difficult to work with or that they have trouble accepting authority. On second thought, many entrepreneurs want to be their own boss because they have had a long-time ambition to own their own firm. Apart from that, they have …show more content…
(7) The dramatic increase in the number of senior entrepreneurs is attributed to a number of factors, including corporate downsizing, an increasing desire among older workers for more personal fulfilment in their lives, and growing worries among seniors that they need to earn additional income to pay for future health care services and other expenses. (8) A growing number of seniors may also see themselves as ideal candidates to start their own businesses. Many people in the 55+ age range have substantial business experience, financial resources that they can draw upon, and excellent vigor and …show more content…
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