A Survey for Second-Career Entrepreneurs

We’re planning an online community for "second-career entrepreneurs" -- people who are considering entrepreneurship as an alternative to their longstanding occupation. These people may be planning a business in retirement, may have been laid off or may just want a change. We want to understand what this community's wants and needs. So we’re surveying experienced people who are considering launching, or have recently launched, a business. Our goal is to learn what mature entrepreneurs need in order to succeed. By taking a few minutes to complete this survey, you’ll help us understand what mature business people desire in a support community.

We're now in the research and planning stages of this new venture. Our current business is www.entrevestor.com, which provides news on startups in Atlantic Canada, and we believe this would be a complementary business. If you have questions, please write us at Peter@entrevestor.com. Many thanks. Peter  and Carol Moreira.

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* 1. Please state your age

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* 2. Where are you based?

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* 3. Which of the following best describes you?

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* 4. Please describe how much you agree with the statement: “I find the thought of starting my own business intimidating.”

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* 5. What type of business would you like to launch?

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* 6. Will your business require more than $10,000 in startup investment?

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* 7. Will the business be your main source of income?

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* 8. As you prepare for your launch, which of the following aspects of entrepreneurship would you like advice on?

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* 9. Do you currently have a network of mentors?

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* 10. Do you feel you need mentors, instruction or a support network?

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* 11. Have you attended courses or networking sessions for entrepreneurs?

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* 12. Do you have a background in digital technologies?

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* 13. Will you need a partner who can provide IT expertise?

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* 14. Do you expect to hire staff as your business grows?

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* 15. Will your business export?

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* 16. What do you need more than anything else in order to launch your business?

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* 17. Where do you now get information on entrepreneurship?

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* 18. Are you a member of any social media groups that focus on entrepreneurship? If so, which ones?

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