[glen]

In no particular order...

1. Conscientiousness - ability to track details and be organized - huge predictor of success in most domains.

2. Grit - it is going to be incredibly hard. These people need to know how to persevere.

3. Interpersonal skills - tough to navigate/lead a small team of people. Person should be able to help people individually and collectively.

4. Willingness to GLADLY do whatever it takes

5. Strategy - ability to look at market and competitors and clearly articulate how your business is going to reach its objectives.

6. Finance - they don't have to be a MBA; knowing how to use quickbooks is good and to basically keep more money coming in than money going out.

7. Willingness to admit limitations and ask for help - this is really key. There are plenty of really smart people out there that want to help. This person should be humble enough to ask for help and to then be very thankful for the help they receive.