Monday, 13 May 2013

What is enterprise?


The definition of enterprise is: A project or undertaking, typically one that is difficult or requires effort.

An enterprise is another word for a business or the name of someone actions who show initiative and take risks.

Enterprise is a skill. Put simply, enterprise is the willingness of an  individual or organisation to: Take Risks, Show Initiative (make things happen) and undertaking to new ventures.
 An example of enterprise skills is in Dragons Den.

Risk Taking- Setting up a new business is risky. Even if the entrepreneur has carefully researched the market, there's always a chance that customers may reject the product and that a loss will be made.
Showing Initiative- Successful entrepreneurs have the drive, determination and energy to overcome hurdles and launch new businesses.
Undertake New Ventures- An entrepreneur has to have the imagination to spot business opportunities that will fill gaps in the market.
Goods and Services- Goods are things that you can buy and that you can touch like a toothbrush or drink. A service is something you can purchase but can't touch like a haircut or a plumber.

Quick Questions
  • Is a frying pan a service or good?
  • Is a ambulance a good or service?

1 comment:

  1. This is good Jake. Add in 2 multiple choice questions that may come up in the exam. Also, watch your formatting and make sure it looks as tidy as possible.

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