Women still less likely than men to start businesses
Submitted on October 1, 2003 - 12:00am.
Ruxandra Giura - Fall 2003
WASHINGTON - When Susan Gilbert became a widow at 25 in 1990, she was left with no income, education or insurance. Today, she is a businesswoman who attributes her success to an entrepreneurial spirit.
“Entrepreneurs all have a burning desire to succeed, are willing to make the decisions necessary to attain their goals and then go for it,” Gilbert said. “I call it the 'dog with the bone' syndrome. Ever tried to take a bone from a dog? They hold on tight.”
Gilbert started in 1990 by moving 2,500 miles away from home and starting several businesses. She now owns and runs Café in the Park in Balboa Park in San Diego.
“Entrepreneurs all have a burning desire to succeed, are willing to make the decisions necessary to attain their goals and then go for it,” Gilbert said. “I call it the 'dog with the bone' syndrome. Ever tried to take a bone from a dog? They hold on tight.”
Gilbert started in 1990 by moving 2,500 miles away from home and starting several businesses. She now owns and runs Café in the Park in Balboa Park in San Diego.
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