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Avg. salary range
$133k–$139k
across regions
Hours / Day
12
Days / Week
6
working days
About this career
Entrepreneurs are responsible for all the daily operations of their business as well as its overall direction and reputation. Their work can vary widely. Some business owners are extremely hands-on, helping out and interacting with customers, while others hire managers and focus on strategic planning. Business success isn’t easy. Depending on the industry and current market, new businesses often see little to no profit starting out.
Career Level
Where you could work
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What you'll need
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Communication
Are you able to write or vocalize your thoughts efficiently? Can you retain information that you hear or read?
Computer Skills
Can you easily learn to use new programs or applications? Are you able to quickly find necessary files or information? Can you fix minor computer related issues?
Leadership
Do you work well in a group setting? Are you good at building relationships with others? Are you good at recognizing the skills of others?
Planning
Do you often take notes or make lists? Do you manage you time efficiently? Are you able to prioritize important tasks?
Problem Solving
Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Are you able to easily identify the cause of a problem?
Education & Training
Bachelor's Degree
A bachelor's is a post-secondary undergraduate degree. Historically, the term “college degree” meant a bachelor's or traditional four-year degree. Bachelor's degrees usually take between four and six years to complete.
Compensation
Spokane
Washington
Low
$76,900
Average
$134,100
High
$157,800
Washington minimum wage
Salary data reflects regional averages and may vary by employer, experience, and specialization.
Work Schedule
Shift cycle
6 on · 1 off per cycle
Shifts depend on hours of operation and often extend past open times. Working more than 40 hours a week is not uncommon starting out.
Where do we get our data?
Our career data is based on regional averages provided by the Spokane Workforce Council. Data is subject to change based on location, job specialty, experience level, and/or union association.
How does it compare?
Average Salary
$135,300
Overall Rank
14th
out of 199 careers
In Business & Marketing
4th
out of 17 careers
Salary distribution
Rankings are based on average salary data across all careers in our database. Individual earnings may vary.
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