Top tips on becoming a successful entrepreneur from BBC Dragons Peter Jones and Duncan Bannatyne, photographer Rankin, and some of the winners of the BT Essence of an Entrepreneur competition.
For becoming a successful entrepreneur,you have to follow some vital instructions. Set your working hours and stick to a strict timetable. When you're not available to clients, leave a message on your answer machine letting them know when they can expect a reply from you. Let them know how to reach you in an emergency. Even if you work closely with your clients, you won't be part of a gang anymore. Develop your own network of entrepreneurs that you see regularly and bounce ideas off. Ideally they’ll allow you to vent your anger and share your successes.