英语口语话题：年轻人创业

　　Founders² of Google: Sergey Brin(25)  & Larry Page (25)

　　Founders of Apple:  Steve Jobs (21) & Steve Wozniak (26)

　　Founders of Microsoft:  Bill Gates (20) & Paul Allen (22)

　　Founder¹ of Facebook:  Mark Zuckerberg (20)

　　Founder of Wal-Mart:  Sam Walton (26)

　　科技时代的到来让越来越多的年轻人看到了潜在的机会而选择创业作为自己的一条出路，其中不乏成功者，有人认为创业风险大，年轻人毫无经验，成功的可能性微乎其微；也有人认为年轻人有干劲有梦想而更容易成功，对此，你怎么看呢?

　　Topic1: What's your opinion on young entrepreneurs?

　　Topic2: Have you ever  thought about start your own business?/Are you thinking about starting a business of your own?

　　成功企业家必备的品质和技能：

　　Consider whether you have the following characteristics and skills commonly associated with successful entrepreneurs:

　　Comfortable with taking risks: Being your own boss also means you’re the one making tough decisions. Entrepreneurship involves uncertainty³. Do you avoid uncertainty in life at all costs? If yes, then entrepreneurship may not be the best fit for you. Do you enjoy the thrill of taking calculated risks? Then read on.

　　Independent: Entrepreneurs have to make a lot of decisions on their own. If you find you can trust your instincts — and you’re not afraid of rejection⁴ every now and then — you could be on your way to being an entrepreneur.

　　Persuasive⁵: You may have the greatest idea in the world, but if you cannot persuade customers, employees and potential lenders or partners, you may find entrepreneurship to be challenging. If you enjoy public speaking, engage new people with ease and find you make compelling arguments grounded in facts, it’s likely you’re poised⁶ to make your idea succeed.

　　Able to negotiate: As a small business owner, you will need to negotiate everything from leases to contract terms to rates. Polished negotiation⁷ skills will help you save money and keep your business running smoothly⁸.

　　Creative: Are you able to think of new ideas? Can you imagine new ways to solve problems? Entrepreneurs must be able to think creatively. If you have insights on how to take advantage of new opportunities, entrepreneurship may be a good fit.

　　Supported by others: Before you start a business, it’s important to have a strong support system in place. You’ll be forced to make many important decisions, especially in the first months of opening your business. If you do not have a support network of people to help you, consider finding a business mentor⁹. A business mentor is someone who is experienced, successful and willing to provide advice and guidance. Read the Steps to Finding a Mentor article for help on finding and working with a mentor.

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