Sense of Initiative and Entrepreneurship This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This [publication] communication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Sense of Initiative and Entrepreneurship introduction

Sense of Initiative and Entrepreneurship This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This [publication] communication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. This module explains why it is worthy to learn entrepreneur skills and the way of doing it. It is not created for experienced entrepreneurs. It focuses on beginners, especially on those who want to establish a successful business. Why entrepreneurship

Sense of Initiative and Entrepreneurship This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This [publication] communication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Often, the entrepreneur is not the person or persons who actually create the new goods or service. –Rather, he or she is the one who has the vision of how a new idea can become a reality and a benefit for everyone. The entrepreneur

Sense of Initiative and Entrepreneurship This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This [publication] communication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Preconditions for a successful start into entrepreneurship –Being self-employed you will face new challenges. In most cases you will give up your salaried job, and you have to adapt to the uncertainties of a business venture that cannot always be planned in every detail. –This is one side of entrepreneurship. –On the other side, mastering these challenges increases your self- esteem and allows you to develop your potential to an extent that is impossible to reach in paid employment. Preconditions

Sense of Initiative and Entrepreneurship This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This [publication] communication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Preconditions for successful entrpreneurship Preconditions Personal Preconditions Desire to be self- employed Resistance to stress Flexible Willing to take risks Organizational talent Family Family in favour of setting up business Family supports implementation Technical Qualifications Technical know-how Experience in special field of business Basic commercial know-how

Sense of Initiative and Entrepreneurship This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This [publication] communication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Personal preconditions for successful start into entrepreneurship –Before you take the first step into setting up your own business you should be clear about your goals and find out if you have the necessary preconditions to start such a venture. –The present exercise is a do-it-yourself test which will help you to find answers to these questions. Good luck! Preconditions

Sense of Initiative and Entrepreneurship This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This [publication] communication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. You have successfully completed this section. Thank you for participating in this learning session and remember never stop engaging in learning situations Thank YOU