Scott Dylan is the founder of Fresh Thinking Group, a British company that educates people about entrepreneurship. The company’s mission statement is “to inspire and empower people to build successful businesses.” Scott has been in the business world for decades but was not always an entrepreneur. He started as an environmental consultant before becoming a business owner. His experience in different industries has given him insights into successfully launching and maintaining a thriving venture. His goal is to share these insights with others to help them make better decisions in their careers.

This article originally appeared on Forbes.com’s Insights & Opportunities page, written by Scott Dylan himself. He talks about what makes a successful entrepreneur and the critical actions that people should take to build their own business. He believes that starting with an idea is not enough; there are many more important steps to follow if you want to give yourself the best chance of success.

One such step is surrounding yourself with people who share your vision and work ethic. Fresh Thinking Group hosts regular events where aspiring entrepreneurs can meet like-minded business owners, hear their stories and get advice on getting started in their own companies. Scott’s goal is simple: he wants to share his knowledge and experience with others to help them become successful entrepreneurs themselves.

Scott Dylan is a thought leader at Fresh Thinking Group and an accomplished author with two books published to date: The Social CEO (Hyperion) and his latest book, Fresh Thinking Group (Wiley). He’s been interviewed on several leading platforms, including CNN, Fox News, and Business Insider.

Scott Dylan is a highly sought-after speaker who has presented at events around the world for organizations such as IBM, SAP, Cognizant Technology Solutions, and TechTarget. He’s a guest lecturer/panelist at universities across North America, including Columbia University, where he also serves as a member of the Board of Overseers for its School of Engineering and Applied Science.

Scott Dylan attended Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where he studied electrical engineering and computer science and holds five patents in areas ranging from software development to wireless communications technologies. He enjoys spending time with his family and is an avid reader when not traveling the world, making a difference in the lives of others.