How do you transform your startup idea from a mere spark, into a full-blown inferno of success? Today Dmitri is talking with Cliff Fluet, a self proclaimed Digital Media Lawyer and the strategic mastermind behind Eleven. The conversation is wide ranging, from early, make-or-break stages of startup development, to what Cliff believes are key traits a successful founder holds.  Dmitri and Cliff discuss the importance of humility, and why an army of seasoned advocates can be your strongest asset. Hear how even the best-laid plans must endure the rigors of real-world testing and why validation isn't just a step—it's a milestone.  As Cliff says, “There’s a lot of technology in search of a solution. But ask yourself, is this an imagined problem or is this a real problem?”  The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!