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You Only Have to Be Right Once

You Only Have to Be Right Once

By Randall Lane

The Rise of the Instant Tech Billionaires. Portfolio Hardcover, 2014.

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A brief summary of You Only Have to Be Right Once

A collection of inspiring stories from tech experts and industry giants who have successfully redefined the face of the modern world with technological innovations, remarkable creativity, and persistence.

Key insights in You Only Have to Be Right Once

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What do you get from this book? The tales of tech titans and how their ideas triggered landmark success
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A golden idea is priceless – look for it in even the most mundane problems
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Successful entrepreneurs don’t stick to ideas that have already been done, but find new ways of doing business
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Opportunity is global and boundless – there is always room for more innovation in the internet-tech era
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Many entrepreneurs got to where they are because they trusted their instincts and did things their own way
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Failure is inevitable, but a powerful vision can propel a business to success in the internet-tech era
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Mistakes are inevitable but capitalizing on second chances brings great rewards
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Success is gender-neutral – don’t let old stereotypes get in your way
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Resisting change won’t get you anywhere; being successful means always striving to become better
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Competition will always be out there, and successful entrepreneurs aren’t afraid of taking it on
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Partnerships create opportunities where there are none—Moving with the right people gives your business a leg up
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Who should read You Only Have to Be Right Once

Computer scientists • computer engineers • startups • investors • tech entrepreneurs • software developers

About the author of You Only Have to Be Right Once

Randall Lane is a successful editor who works with Forbes, the US-based biweekly business magazine. His emphasis on young tech innovators helped Forbes reach its highest-ever readership. Interested in bringing the American entrepreneur’s story into the spotlight, Lane started this project to achieve his long-term goal. He has also contributed to the popular business press with several publications.

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