Since business or any other field begins first with the people involved, to understand the way Mormon businesses operate first requires a look at the core of business: Mormon businessmen. What makes Mormon businessmen the way they are? Why do they perform the way they do? * Confidence in Public Mormons believe that success, in business or any other endeavor, depends a great deal on preparation. For one thing, Mormons believe being well prepared gives them confidence. “If ye are prepared, ye shall not fear” is a motto that they live by, even in business. * Education * Goals * Teamwork