Setting Goals
It is interesting to note that when you key in the word Entrepreneur in Google, the word Innovator would pop out. They are defined in a similar manner, as one who recognizes opportunities even when they aren’t obvious and then manages resources to take advantage of the opportunity. And as every entrepreneur goes, they all have motivations.
Motivation is practically the be-all and end-all of everything – without motivation, the most perfect plan will be a failure, and the most feasible design will be a fiasco. Without motivation, we all would be lying in our rooms just waiting for the day to finish, and waiting for the waiting to finish. Thank God for motivation, and more so for entrepreneurs – without them we would all remain immobile, and the world will stop rotating.
But what exactly motivates an entrepreneur? What was it that inspires them to lead, to build, to innovate, to execute, and yes, to inspire others?
The drive to succeed is a strong motivator. Entrepreneurs see the bigger picture and would often commit to their ambitions. They set short-term goals and long-term goals – and they will never let go regardless of the obstacles in their way. The thrill of the chase is as exciting for them as the thrill of success.
Another is their innate passion to make things better. They are always on the lookout for improvement. They endlessly search for the fountain of creation, and they are undaunted with change. If anything, change is simply another bite they could relish. Entrepreneurs recognize the need to change – it is that recognition that keeps them on top. Anything static is doomed to death – he recognizes the need to evolve and so make sure they are updated with the latest trends and technologies, and they employ wisdom in discerning which would last and which will not.
Entrepreneurs also motivate themselves through self-imposed standards. They have such high standards of excellence – they not only compete with rivals, they compete with themselves. And winning on the latter is always the most enriching.
They are also motivated by challenges. Tell them “No” and they will strive to turn it into “Yes”. They will happily prove you wrong, though when the criticism is constructive, they can and will make adjustments – else, they will simply chuck it up to plain old pessimism. The more they are hit, the stronger they become. Entrepreneurs thrive under pressure.
True entrepreneurs are resourceful, passionate and driven to succeed and improve. They’re pioneers and are comfortable fighting on the frontline The great ones are ready to be laughed at and criticized in the beginning because they can see their path ahead and are too busy working towards their dream.
Money is also a motivation, but it is not the ultimate goal. The desire for respect and excellence is what truly drives them the most.
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