Startups have their origin in the mindset of the entrepreneur, that of an explorer. The explorer of the 19th century who went to explore the unknown interior regions of Africa was driven by the curiosity of “what lies ahead”. Many of them died through fighting with hostile tribes, diseases, wild animals and other causes. But the knowledge they sent allowed other people to enter Africa with more certain knowledge. Our modern-day startup entrepreneur is also an explorer. He may not die in the process but chances of failure are very high.

Publication: Entrepreneur (Online)

Date: February 5, 2019