Career Spotlight: Entrepreneur
- Common Types of Self-Employment: Independent Contractors/Freelancers, Sole Proprietors of Businesses, and Partnerships.
- Strong Interest Codes: Since entrepreneurial pursuits span across all industries, there is no one combination of RIASEC codes that aligns best with this type of career path. However, people with strong Enterprising interests tend to be drawn to starting up and carrying out projects, leading people and making decisions, and taking risks that are often associated with owning and operating businesses.
- Education/Knowledge/Skills: Beyond CLA’s 10 Core Career Competencies, this article summarizes some of the most common personal characteristics, interpersonal skills, critical and creative thinking skills, and practical knowledge that is common among successful entrepreneurs.
- Career Outlook:
