Entrepreneurs can be characterized by being more innovative, flexible and willing to take more risk than others. They are strongly committed to change, have more energy and optimism, but are also disciplined. Many companies also welcome these qualities in their employees. Especially in large organizations, the management approach called intrapreneurship has been around since the 1980s. Intrapreneurs are employees who are encouraged to behave like entrepreneurs while actually working for an employer. It involves a higher degree of risk-taking, personal commitment and innovation. The aim of intrapreneurship is to train employees to come up with their own ideas and not be afraid to implement them.
If you want to promote entrepreneurial thinking and behavior in your employees, familiarize them with the following three basic assumptions of everyday behavior of successful entrepreneurs. The tips are based on recommendations of career coach Beth Kuhel published on the U.S. News website.
1. Stop thinking about what other people think
Everyone has the potential to achieve something. There is no universal way for everybody, you have to look for your own way. Do not worry about others, but concentrate on yourself. Keep an open mind, take what you do seriously, be enthusiastic and continually improve yourself.
2. Try something new
Imagine who you want to become. Then try a new activity, learn a new skill and continue your personal development. When you open yourself to new things, you can break through old habits and you will get new ideas.
3. If you are already working hard on self improvement and trying new things, take a break
Try, for example, to plan a whole day off outside your normal routine. Put your computer and phone away, turn off the TV. Give your full attention to your family and friends. The best ideas come at times when we step out of the routine and give our brain a chance to rest.
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