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Do you have the global entrepreneurial spirit?
(NC)—It takes a unique personality to compete in international markets. Try this short quiz to determine your global entrepreneurial spirit.
1. Do you enjoy learning about foreign cultures and customs?
2. Are you motivated, innovative and self-reliant?
3. Do you possess a strong sense of commitment?
4. Do you take calculated risks based on planning rather than gamble?
5. Do you offer a product or service that can help people around the world?
6. Do you set goals and methodically work toward reaching them?
7. Are you a skilled and respectful
communicator?
8. Are you interested in international business, economics and politics?
9. Do you enjoy building relationships and collaborating on projects?
10. Do you turn your dreams into reality?
If you answered yes to most of these questions, you have the global entrepreneurial spirit. And if you are not already exporting your products or services, you might want to give it a try. Find out more about exporting by logging on to exportsource.ca or call Team Canada Inc's Export Information Service at 1 888 811-1119.
- News Canada
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News Canada
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