The Entrepreneur’s Survival Guide: 7 Lessons from Pessimism to Practical Optimism

By Alex Grey

Why do so many startups fail-and how can you make sure yours doesn't?

If you've ever scrolled through online forums like Zhihu or Reddit, you've probably noticed a pattern: most entrepreneurs aren't celebrating success-they're warning others about failure. The truth is sobering: the majority of startups collapse within the first three years. But hidden inside all that pessimism are lessons that can turn failure into survival-and survival into success.

In The Entrepreneur's Survival Guide, you'll discover the 7 essential lessons every founder must master, drawn from real-world stories, historical case studies, and practical insights. This is not another sugar-coated startup book. It's a clear-eyed roadmap that transforms hard truths into actionable strategies.

You'll learn how to:

Put sales and customers first-before chasing perfection

Manage capital and spread risk so you can stay in the game

Use advertising and visibility to fuel growth

Build strong partnerships and avoid destructive conflicts

Develop the mindset that turns setbacks into stepping stones

Whether you're planning your first business or already deep in the struggle, this book will show you how to replace blind optimism with practical optimism-a balanced, resilient approach that keeps you moving forward when others give up.

Don't just start a business. Survive it. Master it. Build it.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FRHH444Q
• ISBN13: 9798265851680
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 46 Pages
• Weight: 0.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.1" x 6.0"