Please fill in as much information as you can. This will help us provide the right
mix of staff, guest speakers, and materials to help you start your business. Thank
you!
Do your family and friends approve of and support your decision?
yes no
Are you willing to work 12 to 16 hours a day, 6 days a week, and even on holidays, to get your business off the ground?
yes no
Do you have the physical stamina to work these hours?
yes no
Are you prepared to lose your financial investment?
yes no
Will the business generate enough income to meet your financial goals?
yes no
Are you prepared to lower your standard of living for several months, or even years, until your business is a success?
yes no
Do you know which skills are critical to making your business succeed?
yes no
Do you possess these skills?
yes no
Does your business idea effectively utilize your personal strengths?
yes no
Can you find and afford personnel to provide the skills you lack?
yes no
Will your business fulfill your career goals?
yes no
Can you tolerate the loneliness of working alone while building your business?
yes no
Do you like to make your own decisions?
yes no
Do you like competition?
yes no
Are you self-disciplined?
yes no
Are you an effective planner?
yes no
Are you well-organized?
yes no
Do you get things done on time?
yes no
Can you take advice from others?
yes no
Are you adaptable to changing conditions?
yes no
Can you delegate responsibility?
yes no
Could you fire an ineffective employee?
yes no