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Seven Films for the Entrepreneur

Posted August 10th, 2012 by bbsadmin & filed under General Business, Motivation.


by Joel in Success Advice


If you strive to be an entrepreneur, you need to have the right character and mentality. It may be challenging to succeed in your field; however, you should consider every obstacle as an opportunity for growth. When you need inspiration, you can find various resources that provide suggestions and advice to help you become an outstanding entrepreneur.


These must-see films are filled with valuable lessons and will surely inspire and encourage the entrepreneur minded out there.


Confidence
Catch Me if You Can is a film that presents the struggles of Frank Abagnale, Jr. This ordinary man was inspired to experience the high life, and he decided to find employment as a con man. He got away with numerous adventures, and he was engaged in various crimes. With his skills, he was able to convince the FBI to seek support from him in catching cheque forgers.


Entrepreneurs will find this film very inspiring, as it teaches viewers to have confidence and faith even when there are challenges. In the film, Abagnale ended up turning his passion and skill into an honorable and profitable profession.


Determination
The Matrix is a futuristic film that is truly bewildering and entertaining. In addition, this iconic film is popular among many entrepreneurs and individuals who work with modern technology. The Matrix features futuristic technologies, as well as an abstract parallel between “the one” and becoming a fearless person.


The film teaches valuable lessons in a companies need to tread the right path in avoiding the dangers in the business world and to know how much self belief you need to make drastic changes for the better.
Challenging The Rules
Do not be fooled by the eccentric ’80s fashion and a youthful Harrison Ford in this film. Working Girl is an encouraging film for those who believe that playing by the rules dampens your success. The movie celebrates the strength of character to challenge the rules and the desire to take consequences.


These lessons are vital to aspiring entrepreneurs and those who have been in the industry for numerous years. However, it is essential to analyze the possible outcome of taking risks before jumping in the unknown.


Sense of Purpose
Startup.com is a 2001 documentary that traces the conception and failure of a government streamlining startup, which is Govworks.com. Those who watch this film will have a deep perspective on the intricacies of starting a business that they might not have learned in college.


With clashing business partners, intense competition in the market and rounds of capital investment, this film offers everything that entrepreneurs need to know.


Resourcefulness
Swiss Family Robinson is a film that encompasses tenacity and resourcefulness to experiment in new ideas to land a successful venture. Every entrepreneur should try to instill these characters, so they could reach great heights.


This Walt Disney classic depicts the beauty of surviving challenges in an uncharted territory. This is probably a familiar theme for most entrepreneurs.


Prudence
The Social Network, a brilliant and up-to-date film, teaches tech entrepreneurs valuable lessons. It offers an insight on the process of generating a unique business plan. The true story breaks down the different phases involved in a startup business venture.


Budding entrepreneurs can surely get some tips by watching this film.


Perseverance
Lorenzo’s Oil is an inspirational and moving tale that features the struggle of parents and a son who suffers from a rare disease. The film revolves on the determination of the two parents as they search for a cure for their son’s ailment. The lead characters attempted to surpass the skepticism and scorn of the scientific community. They were resolute to find the best treatment for the disease despite their lack of background in medicine. Entrepreneurs can learn from this film because of the perseverance, innovation, and sense of vision that the parents presented.


A true entrepreneur should surpass adversities to reach his or her ultimate goals.