Young entrepreneurs have an advantage entering the corporate world

However, Tayts warns “it is also risky to give an entrepreneur too much freedom to roam.” The risk comes into play because although the entrepreneur has the right intentions, their ideas and innovations can either work out for the best or for the worst. That is why Tayts says it is important for the hiring manager to have a discussion with the entrepreneur ahead of time to clearly outline the creative freedom they will have to ensure they don’t cross any lines.

Tayts also offers advice to young entrepreneurs who are looking to make this transition.

“Don’t talk about how you want to be an entrepreneur, but say you want to utilize your skills in the corporate environment. Position yourself as a member of the company, and don’t scare them off by saying what you want to do in your career. Instead, focus on what you can do for them. Be yourself, and don’t give red flags that you will break rules, and follow the rules for at least the first six months.”

Nikki got her first taste of journalism as a teenager working for The Mississauga News. Since then, she’s graduated from the Ryerson School of Journalism and also travelled to the United Kingdom to intern for the London Daily Express. She now works and freelances in the online world.

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