This report provides an analysis of entrepreneurship and small business management, focusing on the characteristics, traits, and skills required for success. It examines the aspects of an entrepreneurial personality, reflecting motivation and mindset, and explores different lines of arguments relating to entrepreneurial characteristics. The report also analyzes the link between entrepreneurial characteristics and the influence of personal background and experience, using examples such as Mark Zuckerberg to illustrate how background can positively or negatively influence entrepreneurs. It concludes that successful entrepreneurs need a combination of skills, characteristics, and traits to achieve high profit margins in a competitive environment, and that their decisions are often influenced by past experiences and family background. The report highlights the importance of continuously updating skills and abilities to maintain efficiency.