The challenges and issues involved with Buying a business are different than those involved in Starting a business. The skills needed to navigate those challenges are also different, and individuals are more or less adept at solving those differences based on their personal style and strengths. The same holds true for the various challenges faced in Creating and business versus Managing a business. By understanding and acknowledging your strengths, skills and preferences, you can better determine what type of business is likely to provide you with the most satisfaction, as well as the best opportunity to succeed. A brief discussion of the unique challenges involved in inheriting a business is also included.