Are You An Innerpreneur?

August 5 2014

by Tara Joyce edited by Hans-Peter Kraus

The Making of an Innerpreneur

An innerpreneur is an entrepreneur who uses their business to find personal fulfillment (creatively, spiritually, emotionally) and create social change.

Defining entrepreneurial traits. They have a(n):

high need for achievement
high need for independence
low need for conformity
internal locus of control
love of ambiguity
propensity for risk-taking
obsession with opportunity

But innerpreneurs are characteristically different as they start businesses to aid in their personal growth rather than that of a company’s. They start their businesses so they can find personal fulfillment and satisfaction through their work.

They are driven by t neheired to realize their full potential, to make a difference and to constantly learn and evolve.

Further Characteristics of an Innerpreneur

you believe you should do what you are and what you love
you see the world in a different way than most
you let your values and passion for exploration guide your life
you have an innate need to be creative and honest, to follow your own unique path
you want to make things different; you are attracted to industries that improve the world
you may alternate periods of career focus with periods of reflection and/or adventure

Tara Joyce responded on Twitter:

Thank you for sharing and spreading the idea! "RT @MapMakersWorld: Are You An Innerpreneur? 05.08.2014