Do this

But, do this  

You need vision, trust your instincts, break through the herd mentality.   

Research, listen to your customers, there is wisdom in the crowd. 

Think big, VC's like big plans.   

Start small, find a niche.  

Just do it, execute first and foremost.  

Slow down, plan.    

Get the product out, flaws and all.   

You only have one chance to make a first impression.   

Start raising money before you need it, and a small slice of a big pie is better than a big slice of a small pie.  Bring in people smarter than yourself.

Don't sell equity too early and cheaply.  Don't give away your control.

Share your ideas to get ahead, "Don't worry about people stealing an idea. If it's original, you will have to ram it down their throats."

VC's (few, but still...) will reject you and share your ideas with their portfolio companies, "Just because you're paranoid doesn't mean they're not out to get you."