The Fruits of Failure

Failure seems so bad, but according to this New York Times article, it's actually an important component of lasting success.

So the next time you feel like a failure, be thankful. Constant success breeds complacency, the article says, while failing causes you to rethink how you do business.

Still not convinced? Check out this 2006 MyBusiness feature on small-business owners whose failures helped them find success.