There have been several great entrepreneurs from the past and present that have helped to shape the Malaysian economy today. Entrepreneurs such as Lee Thiam Wah (99 SpeedMart), Dr. Soraya Rahim (Juice Boost), R.Pagalavan (Babas), and Datuk Steven Sim (Secret Recipes) have helped their companies flourish thus creating thousands of jobs past, and present. Why do people take the risks involved with entrepreneurship and what attributes would you look for in somebody described as an entrepreneur?

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There have been several great entrepreneurs from the past and present that have helped to shape the Malaysian economy today. Entrepreneurs such as Lee Thiam Wah (99 SpeedMart), Dr. Soraya Rahim (Juice Boost), R.Pagalavan (Babas), and Datuk Steven Sim (Secret Recipes) have helped their companies flourish thus creating thousands of jobs past, and present.

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