Lessons - Why Most Startups Fail (And Why You Shouldn't Care) | Dennis Mortensen, CEO of X.AI

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In this episode of "Success Story: Lessons," we had an insightful exchange with Dennis Mortensen, an accomplished entrepreneur. Dennis offered a unique perspective on the entrepreneurial journey, likening it to a game that one must learn to love and master.

Our conversation with Dennis explored the challenges and uncertainties of traditional jobs in the current year of 2020. He urged listeners to bravely step into the unknown and experiment, emphasizing that failures could be stepping stones to success.

Dennis highlighted the "Success Principles Workbook" of entrepreneurship. The first lesson - acknowledging the inevitability of failure, especially during these unpredictable times. Dennis' powerful message was that our reactions, not our circumstances, shape the outcomes of our entrepreneurial endeavors. He underscored the importance of resilience, adaptability, and the courage to keep trying despite failures.

Just like a seasoned player, Dennis encourages budding entrepreneurs to view each failure as a lesson, an integral part of the game. His advice was profound yet simple: adapt, think quickly, and have the courage to step out of your comfort zone. This podcast is your toolbox for navigating the unpredictable journey of entrepreneurship with grace and grit.

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Welcome to the Success Story Podcast, hosted by entrepreneur, business executive, author, educator & speaker, Scott D. Clary (@scottdclary). On this podcast, you'll find interviews, Q&A, keynote presentations & conversations on sales, marketing, business, startups and entrepreneurship. Scott will discuss some of the lessons he's learned over his own career, as well as have candid interviews with execs, celebrities, notable figures and politicians. All who have achieved success through both wins and losses, to learn more about their life, their ideas and insights. He sits down with leaders and mentors and unpacks their story to help pass those lessons onto others through both experiences and tactical strategy for business professionals, entrepreneurs and everyone in between. To get more of the Success Story podcast, go to www.successstorypodcast.com.