How to Become a Successful Entrepreneur from scratch

Almost most people dream of becoming a big and successful businessman. But, only a small percentage of those who actually live living the dream.

The reason is simple, starting and managing one's own business is not as easy as imagined. In addition to having to have a mentality as strong as steel, there is another important thing that must be carefully prepared.

Success is what everyone is looking for. One of the ways that many people do to achieve it is by starting a business. The thought of becoming an entrepreneur has become a trend in all circles of society, especially young people. Therefore, nowadays many people are already successful in becoming entrepreneurs at a young age. This is not surprising, because many people are starting to feel tired and limited by just being an employee, so the thought of making a business is their choice.

To successfully start a business does not always go smoothly, it requires some skills and steps that must be done correctly. There is even a thought that says that not everyone can become an entrepreneur. But actually, everyone can really become an entrepreneur if you are willing to study and work hard.

1. Convince yourself

Start to further solidify your heart before deciding on your choice. If you are still half-hearted when you start building a business, you will be easier to be dropped by circumstances. Instead of success, the effort you build actually stops halfway.

2. Prepare the business model to be run

If the heart is already steady, try to start thinking about what business model you will run later. You can start to find out information about growing business trends.

3. Focus on one business opportunity

Along with the development of cyberspace, nowadays it seems as if all things can become business opportunities. With so many opportunities that can be taken, maybe you will be confused in choosing one opportunity to be developed. 

So many people are even trying to develop many opportunities at the same time. But is that true? There is nothing right or wrong, because it all depends on everyone's abilities, but it would be better if you focus on just one opportunity.

With you focusing on one opportunity, then all your ideas and thoughts to develop a business will be more focused. This will make it easier for you to execute all these ideas. Taking care of just one business is difficult, especially if there are many, right?

4. Do what you love

In doing anything, if we like what we do, then we will do it wholeheartedly. It's not because of coercion that it can be maximized. All work if engaged in wholeheartedly will produce maximum results, because that is why many jobs are not common at this time. But for those of you who aspire to become entrepreneurs, don't start a business just because you see a big profit, look cool, or because you are told to. 

Usually, a good thing to do when starting a business is, based on hobbies. If your hobby is photography, you can start selling camera equipment. That way, your hobby is satisfied and the dream of opening a business is achieved.

5. Thinking "Out of The Box"

No businessman is successful without creative thinking. The online transportation business, for example, he saw an opportunity for how this business would become a solution for urban communities. Well, so make it a habit to hone your thinking skills to be more creative.

6. Prepare a clear "Vision and Mission"

The most important thing when starting a business is to make a business plan that has flexibility and business innovation in it, don't forget to include a clear "Vision and Mission" of the business you are starting.

7. Master everything about your business

At the beginning of starting a business, generally, it is rare for investors to dare to put their money there. But the opportunity can come at any time, so you must master everything about the business you are in and always be ready to explain as clearly as possible. 

This is intended so that you can make the investor sure that he is putting his money in the right hands, that is, to you, the person who understands the most about this business.

8. Always willing to learn from others

Everyone has their own advantages and disadvantages. No one knows everything, so it is very important to be open to the views or thoughts of others. By consulting with others such as mentors, friends, or other successful people, you can take lessons from what they have already done. 

Choose a mentor, friend or someone who is already successful to be your advisor, where you discuss the things that need to be done to succeed. Listening more would be better than talking more.

9. Self-organizing

Start by getting used to being more organized. This is very important as self-capital in managing your business. Simply put, if you couldn't organize yourself, how would you organize all the elements of your business?

10. Take notes diligently

Make a note of all the important things you get. Starting from the advice of others, to the challenges you face when managing your business. With the hope that, when the time comes, you will not only pass on a company but also your experience.

11. Focus on one business first

Do not rush to double the profit by starting a second business. Make sure the business you currently manage is completely stable, both in terms of capital, human resources, and other needs.

12. Be prepared for the worst possibilities

Guts are indeed necessary to truly become a businessman. However, that alone is not enough, analyze and prepare yourself for the worst that could happen.

13. Be open to any evaluations

One of the secrets of success is the "learning process". Be a person who is always open to criticism and advice from others. Try to evaluate your shortcomings when doing business.

14. Run a business you love

Living something according to their passion will make a person more relaxed, even when they are being hit by difficult situations. This is also true in the business world. That way, you are guaranteed that you will not have difficulty in maintaining commitments.

15. Run a business that you are good at

Business talk, of course, talk about profit. There are times when the things you like are less profitable, it's a good idea to put aside the things you like first and focus on the ones you are good at. Understand your potential, then apply it into your business focus.

16. Prepare business capital

Now we discuss the external factors in starting a business. First of all, it's a matter of capital. Make sure whether the capital in your business comes from personal funds or from joint ventures. When it comes from a joint venture, make sure everything is arranged clearly, black on white. So that later no one feels disadvantaged when sharing the profit.

17. View business opportunities

A little leak, since the last few years, the Indonesian government is paying great attention to the digital trade sector. Well this is an example of a business opportunity that you can take advantage of. You can start trading online, or even set up a digital-based startup company.

18. Determine the target market

A successful aspiring entrepreneur must be good at analyzing the target market. Although he has the highest quality products, however, if he does not have the right market, then the sales of the products made will have difficulties.

19. Live simply

Forget all the beauty of being an entrepreneur. Luxury cars, fancy dining, mansions, or anything that shows luxury. Live with the view that you are a beginner who needs money to succeed. That way, you will enjoy the process to success more and everything you dream of will come in time.

20. Learning from failure

There is no definite thing in this world. It's the same with the business world. There are 2 choices in our lives that determine success, which are to progress or be silent. If you want to get ahead, then you must also be prepared to face failure. 

Because not everything you plan to always go smoothly as you wish. Precisely failure must occur to teach you and prepare you to become a successful person later. When it fails, do not despair, continue to try and learn from the experience. Failure is the best teacher!

21. Show that your business concept is the best

Rest assured that no investor is willing to invest in your business, because they do not yet know the standards of your business concept. Therefore, show that this business concept will be very profitable for investors. 

Run your business concept with a modest capital to provide concrete evidence to investors. When you have shown that your concept is the best, then believe that investors will be looking for you.

23. Take care of health

To succeed, you have to work hard, but don't forget that maintaining your health is also your responsibility. By maintaining your health, believe me whatever you do will be more productive. Adjust your diet, exercise regularly, and take time to take a break from work. 

Imagine that if you get sick, there is nothing you can do perfectly. Health gives you the opportunity to do everything better. As much as possible balance work with maintaining health.

24. Prove it by action, not by words

Pay attention to what you say. Say the thing you are capable of doing, don't talk too much but you can't do anything about it. Prove what you can do through actions, not through words, because by acting, people will be more able to judge the results of your work. Speak less, do more, right?

25. Know when to stop trying

A wise captain will not sink with his ship. That is the saying that explains that a wise man is a person who knows when to try and when to stop. Stopping trying is not always a form of giving up, sometimes there are things that force you to stop, otherwise you will get worse and worse. Likewise in starting a business. 

Sometimes, the business we started does not lead you to success, but instead makes you fall into a slump. When that situation comes, then you have to know when to stop. Being wise and sensitive to circumstances will help you to avoid a downturn.

These are tips for those of you who want to successfully start a business. Feel free to start even if you are just a beginner, keep learning and take your chances. Nothing is impossible as long as you dare to dream and are willing to make an effort. Live everything you want by always giving your best because believe me, the process will not disappoint the results. Happy success and passion!

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