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Kevin O'Leary, born on July 9, 1954, is a renowned television personality from Canada. Known for his expertise in business and investment, he has appeared in various television shows as a guest or host, including 'Dragons' Den' and 'Shark Tank'. O'Leary is beloved by viewers for his candidness and sharp investment strategies.

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Famous Kevin O'Leary Quotes

“What are the most important qualities that make a successful entrepreneur? The ability to communicate. The ability to express your idea with certainty. That's how you become a leader-even if you are unsure, your ability to explain your vision and your direction is the attribute you need the most. ... Articulate your idea in 90 seconds or less.”

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“I actually think being an entrepreneur is a state of mind. If you're going to be an entrepreneur, my thesis is that you have to sacrifice everything for some period in your life to be successful. You have to be myopic and completely focused and unbalanced in every way. Once you've achieved success, you're free to do whatever you like.”

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“I have had some great successes and great failures. I think every entrepreneur has. I try to learn from all of them.”

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“I think every entrepreneur in Canada owes the next generation a road map of how to do it again.”

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“I'd rather invest in an entrepreneur who has failed before than one who assumes success from day one.”

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“I have met many entrepreneurs who have the passion and even the work ethic to succeed - but who are so obsessed with an idea that they don't see its obvious flaws. Think about that. If you can't even acknowledge your failures, how can you cut the rope and move on?”

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“Once in a while, I see my fellow TV investors praise a business just because they like the entrepreneur behind it. That kind of thinking might make you feel warm and fuzzy inside - but let's get back to reality.”

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“The biggest mistake entrepreneurs can make is trying to do everything themselves. They usually blow up when they try. I did an inventory of every deal I've ever done and it turned out that every single deal I made money on was a partnership, and every colossal failure, where I lost millions, was something I tried to do by myself.”

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About the Author

Born: July 9, 1954
Known for: Television personality
Quotes: 102

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