1327: Just DONT Do It: Five Reasons NOT to Become an Entrepreneur by Mike Smerklo on Starting A Business
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.\nEpisode 1327:\nMike Smerklo offers a contrarian viewpoint on entrepreneurship, cautioning against the allure of being your own boss without acknowledging the reality of the challenges involved. Through his venture capitalist lens, Smerklo highlights the mental, emotional, and logistical trials entrepreneurs face, arguing that not everyone should pursue this path without serious consideration.\nRead along with the original article(s) here: https://www.mikesmerklo.com/just-dont-do-it-five-reasons-not-to-become-an-entrepreneur/\nQuotes to ponder:\n"Entrepreneurship is really, really hard and the ups and downs are almost impossible to quantify."\n"Nothing inspires me more and goodness knows we need it more than ever. However, I am exhausted with 'hacks', 'four-hour work weeks' or other content that glorify entrepreneurship as fun and easy."\nEpisode references:\nForbes article on entrepreneurial success and age: https://www.forbes.com/sites/georgedeeb/2015/04/16/does-age-matter-for-entrepreneurial-success/?sh=b0908d30f1c4\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices