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Ode to Brilliance

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Entrepreneurship is revered by many individuals. As a result, entrepreneurs are encouraged to start their own businesses when they are quite young. One of the most talented and varied groups of people on the earth is the entrepreneur. A successful entrepreneur juggles many different hats at once. Just as important as the ideas themselves are the individuals who execute great business concepts. In actuality, whether or not your business can stand on its own two feet depends on how strong your personality is.

It's important to stress right away that there is no “magic bullet” that will instantly make you a wealthy and prosperous entrepreneur. For those willing to put in the effort, there is a nearly formulaic combination of entrepreneurial skills that can help distinguish successful businessmen and women from the competition.

Entrepreneurs aren't always driven by profit, but according to economist Joseph Alois Schumpeter (1883­1950), they do use it as a yardstick for success. Peter Drucker, the renowned founder of modern management, stars in the concept by placing a strong emphasis on 'change' and 'opportunity'. 'Someone who always hunts for change, responds to it, and utilises it as an opportunity', is how he characterises the entrepreneur. Keep it that way, please. It has always been about making a difference, thinking creatively, innovating, and helping other people. If it were about money, a CEO recruited by the founder would make just as much when factoring in company shares, bonuses, and other benefits. Let's not linger on the definition that prioritises profit.

To attempt the impossible, experience failure, learn from mistakes, and come out on top requires guts and utter resiliency. If you own a business and are fortunate enough to be able to navigate such choppy waters while remaining strong, then welcome on board. You run your own business.

This issue is a tribute to all of those brilliant minds and brave souls that made a turn and started their own businesses in their specialised industries. I sincerely hope this list of 10 Best Startup Entrepreneurs in IT will tell a story of leadership and courage.