5 signs your child will be successful

(Dan Tri Newspaper) - Experts analyzing successful entrepreneurs have summarized 5 common signs in children who have the potential for future success.

In her book *Raising an Entrepreneur* , Margot Machol Bisnow, an American expert specializing in parenting advice, outlines five personality traits commonly found in children who have the potential to succeed in the future.

Persist

Children with persistent personalities will not easily give up until they find a solution to a problem or have learned something from the experience. These children have patience and are not discouraged by the thoughts or reactions of those around them.

Persistent children have the potential to achieve success (Illustrative image: PNG Tree).

One example given by Ms. Bisnow is the American businessman Jonathan Neman. Mr. Neman tried his hand at various business ventures since high school. However, none of his ideas were successful.

After graduating from college, he founded the Sweetgreen chain of restaurants specializing in healthy fast food. To date, the chain has been thriving and now has over 900 locations in the United States.

Businessman Neman is a prime example of perseverance, despite repeated setbacks. He displayed this admirable trait from his teenage years.

"I keep moving forward, despite many failures, but I persevere with new ideas. I'm not smarter or more talented than anyone else, but I'm more persistent and tenacious than many people," Neman said.

Curious

Being curious and inquisitive in their observational skills, and enjoying asking many questions about the things around them, is a sign of a child with great potential.

American entrepreneur Tania Yuki, founder of the social media trend analysis company Shareablee, still remembers a childhood memory. Once, she and her father visited an expensive gift shop.

Parents should cherish their children's curiosity (Illustrative image: PNG Tree).

There was a sign in the store that said, "Please do not touch the items," yet Tania still touched the goods. A store employee approached and was about to reprimand Tania and her father, but Tania immediately said, "She's just curious. If she breaks anything, I'll pay for it."

Later in life, Tania understood that her parents had always cherished her curious and inquisitive nature throughout her childhood.

Having passion

As children explore the world around them, they will discover what they are truly passionate about and interested in. Parents should allow their children to pursue their genuine passions, rather than pursuing something just to please their parents.

American entrepreneur Robert Stephens is a prime example of someone who knew how to turn a childhood hobby into a successful business idea.

As a child, Stephens once took all the doorknobs in the house. His parents weren't angry, but they made him put them back on himself. This incident made Stephens realize early on that he had a keen interest in repairing household items.

Later, when starting his own business, Stephens founded Geek Squad, a company specializing in repairing household appliances. He quickly sold the startup for $3 million, becoming a millionaire and venturing into bigger business ventures.

Throughout their son's upbringing, Stephens' parents consistently supported his passions and trusted his decisions. This, in turn, helped him build self-confidence.

Knowing how to motivate yourself

People who are self-motivated always have abundant inner strength and know how to seize opportunities to achieve their goals.

The story that impressed expert Bisnow was that of American businesswoman Paige Mycoskie. In her early twenties, Mycoskie's grandparents gave her $200 for her birthday.

Self-motivation is a crucial quality for achieving success (Illustrative image: PNG Tree).

Mycoskie decided to use the money immediately to fulfill her dream of opening a fashion company. First, Mycoskie started by buying a sewing machine. She boldly quit her job and dedicated all her time to designing and sewing clothes.

In 2006, realizing she had sufficient capital and experience in the fashion industry, she founded the Aviator Nation brand. By 2021, the brand had achieved sales of $110 million.

Mycoskie's successful fashion business journey began with $200, and her determination to pursue her dream started with small steps.

Dare to take risks

American businessman Dhani Jones was once a football player. After ending his playing career, he became a television presenter and a fundraising investor.

Throughout his playing career, Dhani Jones wasn't always a standout star, but he never hesitated to experiment and take risks in new areas.

Dhani Jones's mother commented: "Many people are afraid to step outside the field where they have achieved success, but Dhani is not like that. Throughout raising him, our family has always focused on helping him build self-confidence and always view life with fearlessness."

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