Many Americans dream of putting their fears aside and starting their own businesses. With a sluggish economy that won't give in, entrepreneurship is becoming an increasingly attractive career path. Lendio has recently posted a new infographic comparing employed statistics to self-employed statistics. The infographic explains that there are four ways to become a business owner: (1) start a business from scratch, (2) become a consultant, (3) buy a non-franchise business, and/or (4) buy a franchise business. At 9.1 percent, our steady unemployment rate is not giving average American’s much hope. Do you think entrepreneurship might? Check out the infographic below and decide for yourself:

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