The document discusses why being an entrepreneur is appealing. It notes that entrepreneurs are in control of their own destiny and can solve any problem, while working for others limits growth potential. Statistics are given showing entrepreneurs find meaning and purpose in their work. Entrepreneurship is said to be a powerful force for social and economic mobility as it rewards talent over attributes like gender or background, allowing people to pursue their dreams.

1. Lecture 1-1 Why Be an Entrepreneur?

2. I’m not here to just make a living. I’m here to make a difference. - Helice Bridges

4. 72% 70% 47% / 38% 69% / 40% Peter Drucker

5. Millionaire Next Door I'm in control of my own destiny. Risk is working for a ruthless employer. I can solve any problem. The only way to become a CEO is to own the company. There are no limits on the amount of income I can make. I get stronger and wiser every day by facing risk and adversity.

6. “ Entrepreneurship is arguably the single most powerful force to create economic and social mobility. Because it is opportunity centered and rewards only for talent and performance – and could care less about religion, gender, skin color, social class, national origin, and the like – it enables people to pursue and realize their dreams, to falter and to try again, and to seek opportunities that match who they are, what they want to be, and how and where they want to live. No other employer can make that claim.”