| A | B |
| Persistent | Work until a job is done. Determined to overcome problems & to pursue their goals. |
| Creative | Constantly looking for new ways to solve problems. |
| Responsible | Accountable for his/her actions & does what is required. |
| Inquisitve | Curious about things that may affect their business. |
| Goal-oriented | Develop a plan of action &U must make decisions to help achieve that plan. |
| Independent | Make thier own decisions. |
| Self-confident | Believe in themselves. |
| Risk-takers | Look for challenging opportunities. Not afraid to take risks. |
| Communication skills | Needed to gather the information necessary to organize & run their business. |
| Human relations skills | Needed to be able to get along with others & enjoy meeting & talking to people. |
| Math skills | needed to be able to make purchase decisons, calculate profit, & complete financial statements |
| Problem-solving & decision making skills | Must make decisions & solve problems every day. |
| Technical skills | Computer skills are essential in almost every business. |
| Basic business skills | must have a basic understanding of how the economy works & of the fundamental concepts of finance, marketing, & management in order to help ensure the success of their business. |