Major Dilemma: Entrepreneurship

 Did you know the average age of a 1^st year Entrepreneur is close to 40 years old! When I think of an Entrepreneur I normally think of a college kid that makes it big—the creator of Napster, Facebook, etc. These guys are living the american dream, created there own company, and have an easy life, right?   After reading this article, I realized you can’t plan for is immediate success creating your own business.  Entrepreneurship is almost a skill you build overtime. So the reason I wanted to write this article is to share some thoughts on why entrepreneurship seems like a smart major for the long run, and how the majority of Entrepreneurs have gone about creating their own business.


 Any college kid with large eyes and a bright future is most likely dreaming of big money, a luxurious life with not much work and a lot of play.  That is not entrepreneurship.   The key motive  current students have coming out of college is everyone wants big money ASAP.  Sure, there are the select few that have the means, idea, and capability to create a large, profitable business straight out of college, but the majority of students don’t.  So what are they supposed to do?

Getting a regular job in the field you are interested will go a long way in helping you understand how a business truly works and operates.  This base will allow you to create a business plan of your own, and keep you better prepared for the future.  Remember, the average age of an Entrepreneur is near 40, so taking your time and making sure you know what you are getting into is the common trend for the majority of successful entrepreneurs.  

So what else can someone do with a major in Entrepreneurship?  Really it depends on your Niche, how well your business plan is put together, and when you have the financial means to see it through. I am not majoring in entrepreneurship because I think I will start my own business right out of college, or even within 10 years. I think its a major that gives me a solid overall base moving  forward into the business world. I will be introduced and familiarized with a multitude of business areas such as marketing, finance, accounting, managements, and strategy. Having a background in these areas can make you a key asset to many companies and demonstrate your big goals for the future. 


Majoring in Entrepreneurship means you can start your own company, run anything from a large corporation to a small local business, or just be a regular employee. Do with it what you will, just make sure your screws aren’t loose so everything runs smoothly when you do decide to start your own business! I realize I haven't been promoting starting your own business when your young, but that is because your not likely to be prepared. However, there are plenty of instances that I don't mention where it would be a great idea to start up now. I believe online business is something anyone can do at a young age and become very successfully. The link below has great value and is inspirational in that these are some success stories that young people have had. I believe everyone wants to work for themselves, but not everyone has the right tools.

An Entrepreneurial Know-How!
- This link above will give you 25 stories and how-to's of young successful entrepreneurs!


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