Today's Entrepreneur: Brandon Stevenson

No. 1 mistake: Not doing the research

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Today's Entrepreneur is Brandon Stevenson, Founder/President of Indie Film Depot. According to his VEQ, Brandon a thought leader and is good at negotiatio nand networking.

You are a(n):
Entrepreneur

Name companies you've founded or co-founded:
Indie Film Depot, LA Film + Music Weekend

If you are an entrepreneur, why?
I want to be my own boss, and be in control.

List your favorite startups:
Youtube, Grooveshark, Pandora

What's most frustrating and rewarding about entrepreneurship/innovation?
The most frustrating thing to me is just trying to build from nothing and generate the resources necessary to run a successful business.
The most rewarding thing is doing the work and seeing the direct result and/or benefit. Additionally, the accomplishment of building something from nothing as well so I guess that part is just a double edged sword really. . .

What's the No. 1 mistake entrepreneurs make?
Not doing the research or work necessary to learn details of their business and/or market.

What are the top three lessons you've learned as an entrepreneur?
Top three things that I have learned thus far would have to be dedication, networking and not sleeping! Not necessarily the perfect answer to this question, but it is my take on it!