Entrepreneur Profile
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REASON FOR STARTING BUSINESS:
Passion for handicraft and jewelry and also to point our country
in that direction.
BIGGEST PLUS OF OWNERSHIP:
Making the things I love.
BIGGEST RISK:
Investing on handicrafts is risky because it requires time,
money and a lot of energy.
BUSINESS STRENGH:
Our high quality handcrafts and jewelry, has met customers
demand. I also work closely with my employees; sometimes as
an adviser. The most important strength is that I am committed
to handicraft work.
BIGGEST WEAKNESS:
I do not have the modern technology needed to expand my business.
SMARTEST MOVE:
To have trained myself to design and run the business properly.
I also participate in trade fairs and shows to promote my
products.
BIGGEST WORRY:
Any unresolved issue and accidents.
FIVE-YEAR PLAN
To adopt modern technology expand product quality and range,
and engage in other businesses. I would also like to share
my experience with the unemployed.
FIVE-YEAR PLAN
To adopt modern technology expand product quality and range,
and engage in other businesses. I would also like to share
my experience with the unemployed.
FIRST CAREER:
I was an accountant.
MOST ADMIRED ENTREPRENEUR
Any successful businessperson.
MOST INTERESTED IN MEETING
Actress Elizabeth Taylor and U.S. President George W. Bush.
STRESS REDUCERS
I talk out that stress to a person who knows me well and can
offer me advice.
FAVORITE PASTIME
Quality time with family, friends and the needy.
MOST CHALLENGING TASK:
Making handmade jewelry.
FAVORITE BOOK
The Bible and also novels.
FAVORITE DESTINATION:
Recreational and historical sites.
FAVORITE AUTOMOBILE?
Any modern car.
By Addis Mulugeta |
