Successful founders often have a deep internal belief that they will make their company work, even when faced with challenges.

The belief that you can create something valuable is essential; it drives action and innovation, even in the face of self-doubt.

It's imperative to believe that your product is helping people; perseverance through hardship has made me a better human and founder.

Successful founders possess a confident and definite view of the future, which correlates with their ability to lead and inspire their teams, even in the face of doubt.

Believing in your idea is essential to get through the hard days of entrepreneurship.

I wanted to work on flight because it would make me the happiest if it worked, and I believe that if every founder pursued the most ambitious ideas they could conceive, it would lead to greater happiness and innovation.

Successful founders often exhibit an obsessive focus and a level of irrationality in their pursuits, as exemplified by Elon Musk's approach to launching SpaceX.

To be a successful founder, you need to have grit, run experiments, and believe in your mission wholeheartedly.

When starting a company, it's essential to have a strong belief in your non-consensus ideas, as they often lead to significant market advantages.