Becoming a Successful Entrepreneur

I am often asked by my mentorees to articulate the skills and traits of what it takes to become a successful entrepreneur. Here is a list I compiled with the top 12 in no praticular order:

1. Enthusiasm.
2. Curiosity.
3. Marketing – This one is huge. Ability to market self, team, products and services.
4. Sales.
5. Smart risk taking.
6. Communication – Effectively building relationships, public speaking, writing and publishing.
7. Learn to recognize opportunities.
8. Creation of products and services.
9. Avoid being stagnant
10. Ability to innovate, invent and re-invent.
11. Focus on improving the client’s life and business.
12. Lead by example and be bold.

What would you add to this list?