Fundació Farinera Girona, in collaboration with Diari de Girona, continues its “5 Consells” series with an interview featuring Sergi Tarrenchs, founder and CEO of Vitum, Vice President of Fundació Farinera Girona, and an entrepreneur with experience in creating and developing business projects.

In this latest edition, Tarrenchs shares a direct and realistic perspective on what entrepreneurship truly means. Far from idealized narratives, he argues that the difference between those who successfully build a project and those who give up along the way is rarely talent or ideas, but rather the ability to start and, above all, to persevere when difficulties arise.

In his conversation with Adri Lacaita, he reflects on the importance of taking action before feeling completely ready, learning to live with uncertainty, and building a sense of stability that does not depend solely on external circumstances. He also highlights the fundamental role played by the people and environment that surround entrepreneurs throughout their journey.

In the article, Tarrenchs summarizes his experience in five essential pieces of advice for anyone looking to start a venture:

Start before you feel ready – There is never a perfect moment to start a business. Waiting for ideal conditions often leads only to more excuses and delayed decisions.

Surround yourself with people who help you grow – Your environment has a major influence on both personal and professional development. Being surrounded by people who bring knowledge, experience, and different perspectives accelerates learning.

Learn to manage the ups and downs – Entrepreneurship is a constant succession of challenges, successes, and setbacks. Maintaining emotional balance is just as important as having a strong strategy.

Build your own stability – Security does not come from a specific job, company, or situation, but from your ability to adapt, learn, and continuously create value.

Follow your path, even if others do not understand it – Not everyone will share your vision or understand your decisions. Staying true to your goals is an essential part of any entrepreneurial journey.

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This article is part of a series that gives a voice to entrepreneurs from the region, with the aim of sharing real, human, and transformative experiences. New editions are published on the first Wednesday of every month in both the print and digital editions of Diari de Girona.