7 tips on overcoming failure and turning it into success [Virgin]

We had an amazing panel with Tradesy founder, Tracy DiNunzio, our very own Richard Branson and his doppelganger, fashion mogul, Tyra Banks. The three of them discussed their experiences, how they leapfrogged obstacles, accepted failure, and used setbacks to fuel their quest for success. They all said that failure is such an important part of the business journey and shared these seven tips:

1. Learn to pivot
2. Lose the fear
3. Don’t hold grudges
4. Put the customer and not your passion first
5. Don’t try and do it all yourself
6. Surround yourself with the best people
7. Don’t just take, give instead

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