Sure, owning and running a business requires serious decisions and down to earth strategies. But cars were not part of his university administrative job. Several years ago, Ray and a partner opened a fast lube service center, which averages 70-80 cars per day. Meeting the challenges of running a business can become a drag if your not having a good time. Successful entrepreneurs are in an industry or providing a service which they find interesting and stimulating.
Work is fun to the entrepreneur who is true to their interests.
Being open minded and willing to learn is a visible characteristic of the entrepreneurial spirit. People who struggle with change or resist ideas which may be different from theirs do not make successful entrepreneurs. This insatiable curiosity fosters product innovations and unique product or service features which catches the attention of customers. Being as good as the competition is not good enough to make breakthroughs in the marketplace. Today's best seller can become old inventory quickly if a business is not in a constant search for innovation.