It is essential that the new business owner honestly examine his or her work ethic. Some valuable questions to consider at this stage are:
- How dedicated am I to this business?
- How much time each day am I willing to invest in this business?
- Do I get work done when there is no one overseeing me?
- What time of day do I get my best work done?
- Do I work well with deadlines?
- Do I procrastinate?
- How much free time do I expect each day?
- How many days off do I expect each week?
For the potential business owner, answering these questions honestly can clarify what working conditions to look for in a potential business. For chronic procrastinators or those who tend to be extremely relaxed in their work ethic, the structured environment of a standard job may be preferable to purchasing and owning a turnkey business.
In the turnkey industry, though the structured framework has disappeared, the essentials of work remain. Running a small business can be an incredibly satisfying experience, and with the steadfast determination to get things done on the part of the potential owner, the company can undoubtedly become successful.