The advice 13 entrepreneurs would give their younger selves

While inexperience can have certain benefits (like fearlessness and confidence), a seasoned businessperson with no regrets is incredibly hard to find. With that in mind, I asked 13 entrepreneurs from Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) what they would tell their younger selves when first starting out.

Their answers are below:

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1. Hire only "A" players

People perform at different levels. This is a fact I neglected to appreciate when I founded my first company, believing everyone was equally capable. I quickly learned this was not the case, especially when it came to attitude. I had to learn to identify and hire "A" players quickly. The companies where I have incorporated A players have been the most successful, and it has always been a smoother ride. Read more...

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