Entrepreneurship

💭 What is entrepreneurship?

Entrepreneurship is all about dreaming big and making it happen! Entrepreneurs spot gaps in the market and create businesses from scratch. Whether it's your local coffee shop or a cool new app, entrepreneurs are everywhere, bringing fresh ideas to life.

👩🏾 How could it fit in with my career?

Bianca Tavella was just 13 when she came up with the brilliant idea for Cafe Hope. Now, it’s a popular coffee spot in London creating opportunities for young people with learning disabilities and has even been featured on the BBC!

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Business entrepreneur

Think of the classic entrepreneur who starts businesses to make money. They turn ideas into profit-driven companies that meet people's needs.

Project entrepreneur

These folks are all about organising cool events or short-term initiatives, like festivals or campaigns. They bring creative projects to life without locking into a permanent business.

Social entrepreneur

If you want to make a difference, social entrepreneurs are your people. They build organisations aimed at solving social issues while mixing mission and profit.

🖌️ Creativity

Think outside the box! This skill helps you come up with fresh ideas and unique solutions.

💡 Initiative

Don’t wait for opportunities – create them! Taking initiative means being proactive and making things happen.

1️⃣ Independent working

Go solo and shine! This skill is all about managing your tasks without needing constant help.

📤 Lateral thinking

See things from new angles! Lateral thinking helps you find creative solutions to tricky problems.

🧐 Problem solving

Step up when challenges arise! This skill is about identifying issues and coming up with effective solutions.

🛠️ What apprenticeships can I do?

For a career in entrepreneurship, consider the business administrator (level 3) for essential skills, entrepreneurship level 4 for business planning or marketing assistant (level 3) for marketing strategies.

🎓 Is uni an option?

Absolutely! Many entrepreneurs hit the books to study business. Look for degrees in business administration, entrepreneurship, or short courses focused on practical skills.

⭐ How can I stand out?

To stand out as an entrepreneur, build a killer personal brand on social media, share your unique ideas and network at events or online communities in your niche.

🔑 What's the first step?

Start by exploring what you love! Identify problems you want to solve, do your research, build a social media network and consider taking courses that will help you develop your skills.

What degree options do I have?

You’ve got options! Degrees in business studies, administration or entrepreneurship are key to understanding the business world and preparing you for the journey ahead.

What qualifications can I get through an apprenticeship?

In an entrepreneurship-related apprenticeship, you can earn BTECs and NVQs in business and enterprise. As well as boosting your skills and CV, they’ll help you in any related career you choose to pursue.

Billie Eilish has her own clothing brand

Other musicians have flexed their entrepreneurial muscles too – did you know Olivia Rodrigo has a brand of fragrances and Doja Cat has her own makeup?

Britain is a country of entrepreneurs

According to the government, 99.9% of UK businesses are small or medium sized enterprises!

Oprah started out as an entrepreneur

Oprah launched her career as a radio host and launched her own production company, Harpo Productions.

Start young, skill up!

Richard Branson – founder of Virgin Group – started out with a magazine called Student when he was just 16.

Teens can be entrepreneurs too

Some really big companies were started by teenagers. For example, Mark Zuckerberg was just 19 when he founded Facebook.

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