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The article presents research results that analyze the influence of personality structure on undertaking business activities by Polish young people. The presentation of research outcomes is preceded by the review of definitions of enterprise skills and theories related to them from psychological and economic points of view. The research aimed at answering the question about psychological base for business skills defined as readiness for starting innovative activities, with measured chances but motivated by the need of success. The outcome analysis also tends to draw some possible differences between male and female business people.