The Traits of an Entrepreneur: Are You an Eagle Among Chickens?

Entrepreneurs are a rare breed. If you've ever felt like you just don’t fit in with the 9-to-5 crowd, like you were meant for something more, then you’re not alone. Most entrepreneurs make terrible employees because they don’t appreciate being told what to do, when to do it, or how to do it. They crave freedom, autonomy, and purpose, and they are willing to take risks in order to achieve those things.

For the Christian entrepreneur, the journey is even more challenging. The pushback can be soul-crushing. The enemy will send every obstacle possible in an attempt to derail your calling, delay your success, and ultimately destroy your dream.

But remember this: You are an Eagle living among Chickens.

The problem is, the chickens don’t like Eagles. They don’t understand why you don’t want what they want—security, predictability, and the comfort of the known. They will peck at you, criticize you, and try to convince you that you aren’t an Eagle at all. They’ll tell you that soaring financially is impossible, that you should stop trying, and that even wanting more is wrong.

But what does God say?

"The LORD will make you the head and not the tail, and you will only move upward and never downward, if you listen to the commands of the LORD your God that I am giving you today and carefully follow them." — Deuteronomy 28:13

If you feel called to entrepreneurship, you must stand firm. Let’s dive into the defining traits of an entrepreneur and why your journey is different from the rest.

1. Entrepreneurs Value Freedom Over Security

Most people want stability. They want a paycheck every two weeks, benefits, and a retirement plan. But an entrepreneur? They’d rather take a risk than be confined to a life of predictable mediocrity.

• They would rather fail at something of their own than succeed at building someone else’s dream.

• They see opportunity where others see danger.

• They accept full responsibility for their success—or failure.

  
  

This mindset is what separates an entrepreneur from an employee. It’s why you’ve never really been satisfied working for someone else. You know that your purpose is bigger than a paycheck.

"Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom." — 2 Corinthians 3:17

2. Entrepreneurs Think Differently

Entrepreneurs are big-picture thinkers. They don’t just accept things the way they are—they challenge them. They ask:

• Why does it have to be done this way?

• Is there a better way?

• What if I could create something that solves this problem?

  
  

This makes them misfits in traditional settings. School may have felt like a prison. Corporate jobs feel suffocating. And when they speak their mind, they are often labeled as “difficult” or “unrealistic.”

But God didn’t design you to fit into a system—He designed you to create new ones.

"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind." — Romans 12:2

3. Entrepreneurs Take Risks Others Won’t

Most people fear failure. Entrepreneurs see failure as part of the process. They know that:

• Every failure is a lesson.

• Every setback is a setup for a comeback.

• Every risk taken is a step closer to success.

  
  

This is why most entrepreneurs:

• Drop out of college or never attend in the first place.

• Walk away from good-paying jobs to build something greater.

• Invest in themselves even when others call them foolish.

  
  

The Bible is full of risk-takers—Noah, Abraham, David, and Peter all stepped into the unknown because God called them to do something greater than what made sense to the world.

"Faith is the confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see." — Hebrews 11:1

4. Entrepreneurs Face Rejection and Isolation

One of the hardest parts of being an entrepreneur? Most people won’t understand you.

• Your family may think you’re crazy.

• Your friends may stop supporting you.

• People will call you greedy, unrealistic, or irresponsible.

  
  

And if you’re a Christian entrepreneur, it can be even worse. You may be accused of:

• "Chasing riches" instead of "being content."

• "Trying to be your own provider instead of trusting God."

• "Selling out" because you’re charging for your gifts.

  
  

What they don’t understand is that God designed you to multiply your talents (Matthew 25:14-30). He wants you to steward your gifts, build wealth, and use it for His kingdom.

"The blessing of the LORD makes rich, and He adds no sorrow with it." — Proverbs 10:22

5. Entrepreneurs Are Resilient

If there’s one thing an entrepreneur must be, it’s resilient.

• You will fail.

• You will have days where nothing seems to be working.

• You will question whether you’re even on the right path.

  
  

But you don’t quit.

Entrepreneurs adjust, adapt, and keep going. You know that quitting isn’t an option because your calling isn’t just about you—it’s about the people you are meant to serve.

"For the righteous falls seven times and rises again." — Proverbs 24:16

Final Thoughts: You Are Not Alone

The journey of a Christian entrepreneur is not easy. You will face resistance—both from people and from spiritual opposition. The enemy does not want you to succeed because your success means impact, influence, and the advancement of God's Kingdom.

But you are not alone.

You do not have to walk this road in isolation. If you know deep down that you were called to be an entrepreneur, stand your ground. Do not let the chickens of the world convince you that you are not an Eagle.

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Until next time... Stay Strong & Warrior On!