"These are all qualities which, if you possess them, will increase your chances of succeeding as an entrepreneur. Smart, creative people who can think outside the box and utilize their network of connections are well equipped to maneuver the pitfalls of the startup business lifecycle. However, you can be all of those things and still fail if you lack the one trait which is absolutely critical to succeeding as an entrepreneur: the ability to persevere – even when you’re up against seemingly impossible odds."