Fundació Farinera Girona, in collaboration with Diari de Girona, continues its “5 Consells” series with an interview featuring Jaume Sanabras, founder and president of Marlex, vice president and trustee of Fundació Farinera Girona, and an entrepreneur with more than thirty years of experience building successful businesses.

In this latest edition, Sanabras shares a perspective on entrepreneurship built around resilience and perseverance. Rather than seeing rejection as failure, he explains that hearing “no” is an inevitable part of building a business, and that what separates successful entrepreneurs from those who give up too soon is the ability to keep knocking on doors.

In his conversation with Adri Lacaita, he reflects on the decision to found Marlex despite having a stable job and a young family. He explains how asking himself, “What’s the worst that could happen?” gave him the confidence to take the leap, reminding us that entrepreneurship isn’t about being fearless—it’s about trusting your ability to recover when things don’t go as planned.

In the article, Sanabras summarizes his experience into five essential tips for anyone looking to build a business:

Resilience is an entrepreneur’s greatest strength – Every “no” is part of the journey. Persistence is what eventually turns opportunities into success.

Challenges are part of the process – Difficulties are inevitable. Staying committed, adapting to change, and continuing to move forward are essential for building a sustainable business.

Talent is an investment – Surround yourself with outstanding people who share your values. Great companies are built by great teams.

Maintain a positive mindset – The way you approach problems shapes your results. Every challenge can become an opportunity to grow.

Think twenty years ahead – Great companies aren’t built overnight. They require patience, long-term vision, and the determination to stay the course.

To read the full interview, click here.

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