Entrepreneurship is Personal. Find Out Who You Really Are.

1. When you see yet another “foolproof 10-step success formula” being hyped online, what’s your gut reaction?

A

Roll my eyes and do the exact opposite. I’m going to blaze my own trail, not follow someone’s cookie-cutter plan.

B

Take a few pointers if they seem legit, then craft my own strategy from scratch. I’d rather build my own playbook than copy someone else’s.

C

Consider how it fits into the bigger picture I have in mind. If it doesn’t align with my grand vision, I’m fine ignoring it.

D

Skim it out of curiosity and maybe test one or two tips. Could be an interesting experiment, but I’m already exploring other ideas anyway.

2. Let’s get real: Why are you actually pursuing entrepreneurship?

2. Let’s get real: Why are you actually pursuing entrepreneurship?

A

To break the rules and defy the status quo. I’m here to do things my own way, period.

B

Because I can’t not create. Building something meaningful from the ground up is in my blood.

C

I have a vision of the future (that most people don’t see), and I’m driven to bring that big idea to life.

D

For the thrill of the journey. I crave new experiences, learning opportunities, and the adventure of chasing ideas.

3. Your latest project just crashed and burned in spectacular fashion. What’s your next move?

A

Swear a bit, dust myself off, and try a wildly different approach. Failure be damned – I’ll turn this into a win just to prove I can.

B

Study what went wrong, tweak my creation, and try again. Back to the lab – failure is just feedback for my next iteration.

C

Absorb the lesson and adapt. Sure it sucks, but it’s just one chapter. I’ll refine the strategy and keep marching toward the big picture.

D

shrug it off as a learning experience and dive into the next idea on my list. At least now I know what not to do – time to explore the next possibility.

4. How do you approach a brand-new idea or project?

A

Jump in headfirst and figure it out on the fly. Who needs a detailed plan? I’d rather make my own rules as I go.

B

Start sketching or prototyping immediately. I need to get my hands dirty creating something tangible ASAP.

C

Begin with the end in mind. I visualize the big end goal, then reverse-engineer the steps to reach that outcome.

D

Do a bit of research, then tinker and experiment. I’ll try a few different angles and see what sticks — the fun is in the exploring.

5. Which of these critiques have you heard about yourself the most?

A

“You’re too damn contrary for your own good.” I’ve been told I rebel just for the sake of it sometimes.

B

“You get lost in the details.” People say I spend too much time perfecting my work or product.

C

“You’re such a dreamer.” I’ve heard that I have my head in the clouds with big ideas and need to be more realistic.

D

“Stick to something for once!” Folks think I chase too many shiny objects and can’t settle on one path.

6. What matters more to you than money in your venture?

A

Freedom — no amount of cash is worth sacrificing my independence or doing things that don’t feel authentic to me.

B

Creative fulfillment. I’d rather be proud of what I built than just roll in dough from something soulless.

C

Making an impact. Seeing my idea change even a small corner of the world means more than any payday.

D

The experience. The learning, the journey, the ability to say “what a ride” is worth more than a fat bank account alone.

7. You’re at a fork in the road with a major decision to make. You:

A

Choose the path that lets you defy expectations. If it doesn’t challenge the norm or push boundaries, what’s the point?

B

Pick the route where you can create the most value (or the coolest stuff). You go where your creative energy pulls you.

C

Go with the option that aligns closest to your long-term vision, even if it’s the tougher road now. Eyes on the prize in the distance.

D

Try one path, knowing you can pivot later if needed. You’d rather do something and adjust on the fly than sit at the crossroads frozen.

8. How do you honestly feel about risk and uncertainty?

A

I live for it. The bigger the risk, the more alive I feel – playing it safe is just another form of dying slowly.

B

I accept risk as part of doing something original. I’ll take a calculated gamble if it helps me build something innovative.

C

Risk is a necessity for reward. I calculate the odds, but ultimately if it serves the vision, I’m willing to bet on it.

D

New territory excites me. I’m pretty comfortable with the unknown – it’s all an adventure, and I’ll figure things out as they unfold.

9. When it comes to the day-to-day grind of running a business, you:

A

Despise routine. If things get too comfortable or bureaucratic, you’ll intentionally shake things up.

B

Can lose yourself in the work. You often get into “flow” working on your product or craft and suddenly hours have flown by.

C

Manage it, but your mind is usually 5 steps ahead. Mundane tasks are necessary, but you’re constantly thinking about the future.

D

Switch things up frequently. You structure your day loosely so you can follow your curiosity and not feel stuck doing one thing.

10. Finish this sentence: “I know I’ve succeeded when…”

A

…I’ve proved all the doubters wrong by doing it on my own terms. Success means I did it my way, and it worked.

B

…something I created actually improves someone’s life. If I can say “I built that, and it helped people,” that’s success (money is secondary).

C

…the crazy vision I imagined is now a real, living thing. Seeing my big idea come to life and inspire others is the ultimate triumph.

D

…my journey is full of stories, learning, and growth (and I’m already eyeing the next adventure). If I’ve grown and enjoyed the ride, that’s success to me.