If you asked 100 people if they could go back in time and give their younger selves helpful advice, I bet a majority would do so.

Sure, some might warn themselves to avoid that terrible hairdo at the prom or avoid that dreadful ex at all costs, but many would offer sage wisdom that would save them difficulties to come. As I think back on my time as an entrepreneur, I can't help but wonder how certain ventures might have turned out if I had the knowledge that I do as an older, more experienced industry veteran.

While I can't turn back time, I can provide helpful insights to those in the same position I was: hard-charging entrepreneurs ready to change the world without knowing what awaits them. If that describes you, take a few moments to think about your present situation and how your journey could improve, thanks to a few tips from someone who's been there before.

Related: 21 Success Tips for Young and Aspiring Entrepreneurs

You know your company intimately and how your product or service could transform the market. As you should.

However, if you can't craft a compelling story around your business that convinces others of the same, it will be hard to get the support you need. For centuries, stories have connected people in a way that nothing else can.

The same goes for your company. Don't rely on bullet points and numbers to sell your vision; use them as part of a greater........

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