Benjamin Franklin is an important figure in the molding of an American business character. From reflecting off many of Jesus’ messages to benefiting the society all the way to displaying astounding entrepreneur character traits, Franklin left a well-respected legacy. He demonstrated that even an unestablished, doubted boy can have everything they’ve either dreamt of. Franklin’s view on leading was the benefit of serving others more than himself, he was servant leader. His view reflects Jesus’ message of servant-leadership found in Matthew 20:28. Matthew 20:28 states, “just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many” (New Internal Version). The narrator shows Franklin’s want for serving …show more content…
Reading through part I of the “Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin,” there are several traits displayed immediately. From Franklin being extremely ambitious to believing in himself when others didn’t and even not being afraid of competition, he paved a way for many business people to look up to and follow his lead. One of the most important messages received from Franklin’s journey that should be adopted is that of not letting his past effect his future. The narrator states, “I was fatigued with traveling, rowing and want of rest, I was very hungry; and my whole stock of cash consisted of a Dutch dollar, and about a shilling in copper” (Franklin, 1996, p.19). Franklin allowed his in trust in God to never fail which lead him to success; Proverbs 3:5 states, “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding” (King James Version). Following the mindset of Benjamin Franklin will lead to some potential positive outcomes if entrepreneurs did implement some, if not all, of his traits. Positive outcomes will include, successfulness, new opportunities, well respected character, celebrated legacy,