A non-conformist is described as one who does not conform to, or refuses to be bound by, accepted customs, or practices. In the past nonconformists may have been called troublemakers because they refused to accept a singular standard simply because it was expected. Sometimes non-conformist tendencies can get a person into trouble, but sometimes being a nonconformist can be a good thing.
How does that idea play out in entrepreneurialism?
You would think that due to the static nature of certain business techniques that being a non-conformist would be bad for business, and in a sense you would be right.
There are certain laws that must be followed if you are going to develop a business. There are also tax considerations that must be taken into account. In order to run a business you will likely require certain vendors that will expect you to conduct business in a certain way.
It would seem that being a nonconformist could be bad for business, but is there room for the maverick spirit?
Yes!
There are many entrepreneurs that are reaching into their Crayon box and pulling out colors that will venture outside established lines. Of course I am...