What makes a successful entrepreneur? What makes a successful innovator? Hint: It’s not DNA.

In this week’s episode of the SparkCom Podcast, Manny guides a conversation on the traits, experiences, and mentalities of successful business leaders. There’s a level of spirit and drive that not every entrepreneur possesses, but can possess to win. Understandably, many are held back by the fear of failure, and of losing the security that comes with a regular day job. So here’s one question to ask yourself: Can you live without a paycheck to do something you love?

There’s a few key traits that companies and entrepreneurs must embody to not only be successful, but to be true game changers in business. For one, you have to be willing to step outside of your comfort zone. And two, you must strive to build something that's bigger than yourself and invaluable for an evolving world. NOW is the best time in human history to start a business and become successful, with the greatest amount of resources, in the shortest amount of time. 

You have what it takes... but when will you start? And what will it take you to succeed? 

Thinking Points:

• What are you willing to sacrifice to become the entrepreneur or innovator you want to be?
• What are three things holding you back from fully committing to starting or growing your business? How can you find a way around them, whether they’re in your control or not?
• What qualities of a successful business leader do you already possess? What qualities will you build on?

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