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    Entrepreneurs Are Tough To Be With

    Thu, 05/17/2012 - 01:43 EDT - Forbes.com - Top Stories

    What characteristics do you think describe an entrepreneur? ??I?m pretty sure your list, and mine, would include some of the following: persistent, driven, independent, creative, hard working, inquisitive, focused, curious, competitive, decisive and a desire to succeed. ??These are all generally considered desirable traits. ??Who wouldn?t want to be around someone that works hard, wants ...

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