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Top Ten Myths of Entrepreneurship – Part 3

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These are the hardest myths for me to hear, because they don't give credit to the amount of pressure and social responsibility that entrepreneurs face today.

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Top Ten Myths of Entrepreneurship

Part 3

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As noted in the first two parts in this article series, there are myths out there

about how things “magically” materialize for

certain people, and how running a business is a fun, glamorous walk in the park.

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Here are the last 3 myths that I've heard:

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Myth #8 – With time, it gets easier!

Fact - While it's true that the first years of owning your business are exhausting, you can never take your eye off the ball.

You still have to oversee the daily operations, and as your business grows – you have more to cover.

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Myth #9 – Once built, it will sell itself.

Fact – They may not come!

You can put in your blood and sweat, but if you neglect your business, it will soon fade away.

No business sells itself. You have to nurture it.

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Myth #10 – It's all about the bottom line.

Fact – Some business owners are overly practical.

Give meaning to your work, inspire your employees- treat them like family and they will give you their best.

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These are the hardest myths for me to hear, because they don't give credit to the amount of pressure and social responsibility that entrepreneurs face today.

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