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A Rutgers University study discovered that 60% of recruiters responded less favorably to the mock resume of former entrepreneurs with comparable levels of education and experience.
In addition, research from the London Business School discovered that former entrepreneurs are 35% less likely to get a job interview, often called the Entrepreneurship Penalty.
Some entrepreneurs can be independent and struggle to be under someone else’s authority. But a Fortune magazine article points out they shouldn’t be dismissed so quickly.
Hiring former entrepreneurs may benefit entrepreneurial companies or those desiring innovation.
Jesus said in Matthew 16:18, “And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church.”
Jesus not only appointed entrepreneurs to His team, He even turned over His ministry to Peter, a driven entrepreneur.
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