They Said It Couldn't Be Done
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We present five business visionaries who refused to listen when people told them their ideas were lousy. Each had to endure noxious levels of naysaying as they nurtured their quirky ideas into thriving operations. For some reason, people are much more willing to criticize than encourage -- and that can be a drag on the entrepreneurial spirit. Ignoring the nattering nabobs of negativity is as much of a challenge as finding funding, staffing, or marketing. And it's just as critical. Passion and persistence are the key to entrepreneurial success. If you've got an outrageous business idea that everyone tells you is bound to fail, take inspiration from these true believers who flouted conventional wisdom to make their startup dreams come true. -- Susan Kuchinskas
