Ours is a consumer society now. Even in developing countries, consumerism is gaining ground. Developed countries anyway thrive on consumerism. Naturally, the role of an entrepreneur is of much significance in generating products valuable for the comforts and luxurious living of the people of a particular country. An economy is very dependent upon the performance level of its entrepreneur. Entrepreneur stimulates the economy by playing a vital role in the growth of national income as well as raising the per capital income of the people.
How does an entrepreneur stimulate the economy?
1. Investment
Then the entrepreneur has to invest in what is required for the economy. Economic progress will much depend on his or her contributions. Any entrepreneur will invest in products and services that the people need. His or her investment will ensure a better life for the people. More goods and services will be at their disposal.
2. Employment
An entrepreneur by setting up various businesses and establishments is generating employment in the economy. People need jobs. This is a major contribution that an employer can make to provide income to an employee who can meet his or her needs.
3. Diversity in products and services
An entrepreneur can provide various types of goods and services to the consumer. The latter has much to choose from. A consumer, after all, would like to have a good bargain, and if his or her choices are more than he or she can get these products or services at reasonable rates. Also, personal desires are met if there are products and services to choose from. A person may like a particular type of tie and he can perhaps locate it in his local market. His desire to purchase a tie of his choice is thus met.
4. International trade
An entrepreneur promotes international trade by selling his or her products abroad. Any entrepreneur would like a wider market. If there are more consumers to purchase his or her products, the higher his profits will be.
5. Contributes to gross national product
An entrepreneur makes many contributions to the national exchequer and to the national economy as a whole. The GNP of the country is calculated based on the total number of products and services available in a respective country. The more products and services are available the higher the GNP. It indicates the economic prosperity of the country.
The entrepreneur is essential for the economic development of a country. The progress of a country will depend on its skill and talent as well as hard work to deliver the necessary goods and services required by its citizens.
Article Written by Amitabh Shukla | Indian Business advisor
