Entrepreneurs can't forecast accurately, because they are trying something fundamentally new. So they will often be laughably behind plan - and on the brink of success.
Eric RiesWhen Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak created Apple computer in a garage in Palo Alto, it heralded the beginning of the PC revolution that ultimately dealt a death-blow to dozens of older companies.
Eric RiesWhat if we found ourselves building something that nobody wanted? In that case what did it matter if we did it on time and on budget?
Eric RiesBy the time that product is ready to be distributed widely, it will already have established customers.
Eric Ries