The likes of Mark Zuckerberg, Steve Jobs, and Bill Gates may come to mind when you think of well-known entrepreneurs. You do not actually need a degree to start your own successful company, as some of these figures show. However, before becoming an entrepreneur, we will take a look at the advantages of obtaining a degree and how you can use this path to your advantage. Even if you're not set to start your own company, an entrepreneurial spirit is an ability that is sought by many employers.