Business - Topic 1 - Enterprise and entrepreneurship

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Why do new business ideas come about?

  • Changes in technology

  • Changes in consumer wants

  • Products and services being obsolete

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How does changes in technology result in new business ideas?

Advancements in technology creates new opportunities and markets.

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How does changes in consumer wants result in new business ideas?

Evolving consumer preferences drive demand for innovative products and services.

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How does products and services becoming obsolete result in new business ideas?

As existing offerings become outdated, new ideas emerge to fill the gaps.

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How do new business ideas come about?

  • Original Ideas

  • Adapting existing products

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How does original ideas result in new business ideas?

Entrepreneurs develop entirely new concepts to address unmet needs.

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How does adapting existing products/services/ideas result in new business ideas?

Existing concepts are improved or repurposed to meet current demands or to solve new problems.

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What are the risks of setting up a business?

  • Business failure

  • Financial Loss

  • Lack of security

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What is the impact of business failure?

  • The potential for failure in a business can result in lost investments, damaged reputation and emotional distress for owners and employees.

  • It can also lead to job losses and negative effects on the local economy

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What is the impact of financial loss?

  • Financial loss can strain cash flow, limit growth opportunities and lead to debt accumulation.

  • This can hinder a company’s ability to invest in future projects or sustain its operations.

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What is the impact of lack of security?

  • Uncertainty regarding income and market stability

  • It may lead to hesitation to invest in growth opportunities which can have an affect on personal life

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What is the impact of business success?

  • Achievements of goals and objectives

  • It can lead to expansion and growth opportunities

  • Enhances reputation and market position

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What is the impact of profit?

  • Financial gains beyond covering costs

  • Allows for reinvestment in the business

  • It can provide personal financial benefits to owners

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What is the impact of lindependance?

  • it gives the freedom to make business decisions

  • It gives the ability to shape company’s direction and culture

  • Gives personal satisfaction of being one’s own boss

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What is the role of business enterprise and the purpose of business activity?

  • To produce goods or services

  • To meet customer needs

  • To add value

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What’s the purpose of producing goods and services?

Businesses create tangible products or provide intangible services. This forms the core offering the business to the market.

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What’s the purpose of meeting customer needs?

Businesses aim to identify and fulfil consumer demands. They strive to solve problems or satisfy the desires of their target market.

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What’s the purpose of adding value?

Businesses enhance their offerings through various means.

  • Convenience

  • Branding

  • Quality

  • Design

  • Unique selling point

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How does a business enhance their offerings through convenience?

Making products or services easily accessible.

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How does a business enhance their offerings through branding?

Creating a recognisable and trusted identity.

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How does a business enhance their offerings through quality?

Ensuring high standards in products and services.

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How does a business enhance their offerings through design?

Improving aesthetics or functionality.

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How does a business enhance their offerings through unique selling point?

Offering distinctive features that set them apart from competitors.

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What’s the role of an entrepreneur?

  • Organising Resources

  • Making business decisions

  • Takes risks

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How is an entrepreneur responsible for organising resources?

They gather and manage necessary inputs such as labour, capital and materials.

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How is an entrepreneur responsible for making business decisions?

Engages in strategic planning and day to day operational choices that guide the business in direction and growth.

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How is an entrepreneur responsible for taking risks?

Accepts financial and personal risks associated with the business venture, dealing with uncertainty in pursuit of potential rewards.

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