Lorna Hordos

Think of business orientation as a new employee's first impression of her new place of employment. The orientation process usually lasts just a few hours, but it's an integral part of weeks- or months-long onboarding for new employees.

Becoming an entrepreneur is about more than weighing the risks against the rewards. In many cases, it's inevitable that various influences will push or pull at your ability to become self employed, independent and (fingers crossed) successful.