The most important quality of potential startup founders?
As a lifelong entrepreneur myself, and an investor in ~100 others, I’ve learned that, of all the factors that make a good entrepreneur, one thing stands above all others.
It’s not about talent, intellect or ability.
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It’s about being comfortable living by your own rules.
That means:
- Thriving without direction
- Not worrying about status
- Ignoring the urge to conform
- Being motivated to get sh!t done
- Not caring what other people think
- Setting your own definition of success
- Being comfortable without material luxuries
At DQventures, when we’re deciding who to start a business with, one of the things we look for is evidence of someone’s ability to thrive outside of the lines.
It may be that they started a company as a teen. …Or they overcame hardship / adversity. …Or they produced something unique. …Or they relocated as a child. …Or they worked overseas. …Or they survived conflict. …Or they travelled.
These people often don’t see themselves as being different; but the people around them see it as plain as day.
The world needs entrepreneurs, perhaps now more than ever.
We should celebrate them.
Know anyone like this? Give them a shoutout or tag them below.
What other behaviours and experiences are a good indicator of future successful entrepreneurs?
