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Do you have any advice on how I can improve my entrepreneur skills to be more equipped to become a manager?
I'm in 8th grade and 13 years old.
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Diane Gaa, CPTM, SHRM-SCP
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Diane’s Answer
To thrive as an entrepreneur, it's crucial to tune into your customers' needs. Similarly, a successful people manager must pay close attention to their team. Remember, people are the lifeblood of any business. Without their dedication and hard work, a business simply cannot flourish. So, let's focus on honing key skills such as active listening. This involves fully immersing yourself in the conversation, truly understanding the message, and engaging wholeheartedly. It's also essential to provide feedback in a way that fosters inclusivity, making everyone feel valued and respected for their unique ideas.
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Christine’s Answer
Dear David,
Acquiring entrepreneurial skills is a crucial step towards becoming an effective manager. Start by setting realistic goals within specific timelines, and always strive to apply the knowledge you've gained.
Remember, learning is a continuous process that involves staying up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in your chosen industry. Key areas to focus on include financial literacy, project and risk management. Simultaneously, it's essential to hone skills like creativity, problem-solving, adaptability, leadership, communication, sales and marketing, and time management.
Furthermore, networking is an essential tool for growth. Make it a habit to connect with other entrepreneurs and professionals in your field. Such networks offer valuable insights, mentorship opportunities, and potential collaborations.
Acquiring entrepreneurial skills is a crucial step towards becoming an effective manager. Start by setting realistic goals within specific timelines, and always strive to apply the knowledge you've gained.
Remember, learning is a continuous process that involves staying up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in your chosen industry. Key areas to focus on include financial literacy, project and risk management. Simultaneously, it's essential to hone skills like creativity, problem-solving, adaptability, leadership, communication, sales and marketing, and time management.
Furthermore, networking is an essential tool for growth. Make it a habit to connect with other entrepreneurs and professionals in your field. Such networks offer valuable insights, mentorship opportunities, and potential collaborations.