In my centernetworks interview I was asked “what do you think are some of the most important things that a startup needs to be successful?”

An excerpt of my reply:
I think, from an entrepreneur’s point-of-view: persistence. Given today’s market environment, failure is like part of success. It’s really hard to succeed without failing today.

Complete interview: http://www.centernetworks.com/audio-interview-with-zaid-farooqui-ijigg

This goes back to the famouse Steve Jobs speech where he talks about going with your gut and trusting that the dots will connect sooner or later.

-Zaid