Entrepreneur DNA Profile: The Prodigy
The Prodigy
The Prodigy is gifted with an inherent business sense and an unbeatable instinct. Prodigies let their natural intellect and social skills guide them through the hardship of the startup world, never letting the adversity of launching and running a successful business get the better of them.
The Prodigy is an ambitious and natural learner that can become an expert at an incredibly fast rate. When big challenges are presented, The Prodigy shines with an even-keeled nature and natural instinct to see things others don't.
- Are never satisfied with the status quo, and always searching for new ideas
- Have an innate stoicism that allows them to act calm in all situations
- Get energy from learning new things, and can become an 'expert' in no time
- Excel in making tough decisions that are free of bias or emotion
Entrepreneurial Traits
High Fluid Intelligence
A Prodigy has a knack for solving problems on the fly and overcoming unexpected challenges..
High Agreeableness
Considerate, kind, and generous, Prodigies are always interested in the needs of others.
High Emotional Stability
Prodigies can handle themselves in most tough situations, rarely letting adversity get to them.
About the Entrepreneur DNA Assessment
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