YOU CAN'T BE A SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENEUR WITHOUT THESE 10 TRAITS.

When you’re an entrepreneur, there are no set paths to follow in your journey to success. That’s both a blessing and a curse. On one hand, you have the freedom to do whatever you want – or at least whatever feels right to you – but on the other hand, it can be difficult to know what will work and what won’t work as you try to build your business into something that can last for years to come. If you want to make sure that your company thrives and stands the test of time, here are 10 rules every successful entrepreneur must live by from day one.

1. Have an Innovative Idea

2. Find the right People

3. Maintain Focus

4. Invest in Yourself

5. Enjoy the Ride

6. Failure is an Option

7. Don’t give up

8. Network, network, network!

9. Work Smarter, Not Harder

10. Don’t Be a Jerk!.