Entrepreneurs are unique, but what makes entrepreneurs distinct from others? Answering this question will help us understand the nature of entrepreneurs. It can also help us learn why starting is second nature to them.

There are different types of entrepreneurs, just like there are different types of doctors, lawyers, and teachers, but each profession has its own unique character. For the entrepreneur there are 6 areas:

The entrepreneur is creative. They have the ability to connect unrelated ideas to form one great idea. This capacity allows them to do things differently and see things from a different light. The creative capacity comes from the nature of the discipline: free to think and play with ideas, allowing them to be creative. It is the only discipline not bound by rules, procedures, and systems.

The entrepreneur is a problem solver. Entrepreneurs will always have a solution to a problem and often the solution is innovative. The capacity to solve problems allows them to pioneer an industry and be ahead of others.

The entrepreneur has strong faith. They have the capacity to move without seeing the road ahead clearly. It is the self-confidence, optimism, and strong belief in their idea that allows them to take risks. This ability is what makes them a cult-like figure because not many can envision and take action.

Other-centered. The entrepreneur finds inspiration solving the problems of others rather than just trying to fulfill their own needs. Being other-centered allows them to uncover and discover unserved and underserved markets.

Action-oriented. Entrepreneurs take action and that is what they really are, they start and act upon something. Even the origin of the word entrepreneur comes from the French word entreprende which means to undertake.

Capacity to profit from innovative ways. At the end of the day, the entrepreneur is a businessman who needs to sustain the business and his family and the entrepreneur is one who is capable in creating wealth from innovative ways.

These 6 domains are always, present. There maybe more in the future, but certainly cannot be less than 6.