Most entrepreneurs are merely technicians with an entrepreneurial seizure. Most entrepreneurs fail because you are working IN your business rather than ON your business.
Michael GerberRead
The Big Dream of any entrepreneur really has very little to do with the entrepreneur. If you truly love repairing automobiles, chances are, you'll be a lousy business owner. Likewise, if you are fascinated by debits and credits, the dream of building an accounting firm with you at the helm is probably best left unfulfilled.
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What this quote means
Entrepreneurs should focus on their true passions rather than the mechanics of running a business.
Michael Gerber's quote suggests that the essence of entrepreneurship is not solely about the personal love for the craft or trade, but rather about understanding the broader business landscape. He warns that possessing a passion for a specific skill, like repairing automobiles or accounting, does not inherently translate into being a successful business owner, indicating that a successful entrepreneur must blend passion with business acumen.
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EntrepreneurshipBusinessPassionSuccessSkills
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire budding entrepreneurs to assess their skills beyond their passions.
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