Chilean entrepreneur founder: 'This country disrespects failure'

François Pouzet, founder of Emprendedor Chile, believes that unwavering passion and continuous learning are the cornerstones of building a successful business in today's challenging market. He describes successful entrepreneurs as individuals who are "very passionate and a little crazy with their idea." This intense focus, he argues, is vital because the entrepreneurial path involves significant hardship, but persistence leads to the desired destination.

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In other places, it's seen positively, because that error brings invaluable learning.

Pouzet acknowledges that Chile offers a supportive environment for new ventures, citing institutions like Corfo as beneficial. However, he identifies a critical gap in the national ecosystem: a lack of respect for failure. "In other places, it's seen positively, because that error brings invaluable learning," he stated, contrasting it with the local perception.

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The most important thing is to start doing something, sell whatever you can to lose the fear of rejection.

For aspiring entrepreneurs, Pouzet stresses the importance of immediate action. "The most important thing is to start doing something, sell whatever you can to lose the fear of rejection," he recommended. He underscored that even small attempts provide crucial experience, helping to overcome the fear of failure and build momentum toward achieving business goals.

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very passionate and a little crazy with their idea