Founder personality could predict start-up success

The stats don’t lie — the overwhelming majority of start-up companies fail. So, what makes the seemingly lucky few not only survive, but thrive?

While good fortune and circumstances can play a part, new research reveals that when it comes to start-up success, a founder’s personality — or the combined personalities of the founding team — is paramount. The study, published today in Scientific Reports, shows founders of successful start-ups have personality traits that differ significantly from the rest of the population — and that these traits are more important for success than many…

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News Source: www.sciencedaily.com


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