Hence, profitability is fairly high in these businesses, but still lower than in large parts of the labour market in general. The primary occupations are dominant in the villages, whereas service jobs are more common in Mariehamn (ASUB 2008: 30, own translation). As regards entrepreneurship, segregation between different lines of business does seem to be even higher than in the labour market in general" (ASUB 2008: 29). Some of the most significant aspects relating to the focus of this report are, on the plus side: The geographical location of the Aland Islands between the two rapidly growing markets of Stockholm and Helsinki, fast and easy access to public authorities and a strong tradition for entrepreneurship and micro enterprises.