subject: Are you a potential entrepreneur? Test your self ! [print this page] First, they published a large ad in their country's leading business newspaper describing themselves as a "fast-growing multinational company". Although this statement wasn't exactly true, it wasn't false either, since, the entrepreneurs reasoned, they planned to expand into other countries and region. And ad worked: more than 1000 applications responded to it. With resumes in hand, the entrepreneurs rented a plush suite for one day at the local four seasons and interviewed selected candidates there. Their deception, the entrepreneurs believe to their day, heightened the companies appeal and thereby attracted talented people. And that, in turn, increased the chances of business success. For the record, by 2001 the company had 600 on staff and had indeed become a fast-growing multinational concern.
Do you have the stomach for such subterfuge? What if it puts you living hood at risk pr threatens your family's financial well-being? Since start-ups operate on shoestring budget, entrepreneurs often have to take big chances with their finances. Many have kept their businesses afloat by juggling personal credit cards or borrowing against their homes- without worrying much about the consequences.
Are you a potential entrepreneur? Test your self !
