The Difference Between Innovators and Entrepreneurs

Published: April 3, 2018, midnight

I just received a thank-you note from a student who attended a fireside chat I held at the ranch. Something I said seemed to inspire her:\n\u201cI always thought you needed to be innovative, original to be an entrepreneur. Now I have a different perception. Entrepreneurs are the ones that make things happen. (That) takes focus, diligence, discipline, flexibility and perseverance. They can take an innovative idea and make it impactful. \u2026 successful entrepreneurs are also ones who take challenges in stride, adapt and adjust plans to accommodate whatever problems do come up.\u201d