One of the characteristics I look for in an entrepreneur, in addition to being an empire builder, is the killer instinct. Killer instinct, in this case, means the drive to do whatever it takes to succeed. Similar to the famous Coffee is for Closers (NSFW) scene, the entrepreneur with the killer instinct figures out how to get things done before taking a break.
Here are a few ideas on the entrepreneurial killer instinct:
- “Can’t” isn’t a word in their personal vocabulary
- Their locus of control is high
- Resourcefulness comes naturally
- Everything is focused on growth
- Regardless of idea quality, they succeed
Often, it takes time to figure out if an entrepreneur has the killer instinct. The best way to do this: look for lines, not dots.
What else? What are some more ideas on the killer instinct?
David Cummings on Startups 
the ability to adapt to every changing situation – good or bad and then respond accordingly is also a very important trait!
I learned from mr. cummings that also the to be a risk taker -the reward of taking some risks is more revenue and profit !
The don’t have tolerance for people who just can’t get things done. They are solution seekers and want those around them to bring solutions to the table.