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September 25, 2021
I do not believe that the part time approach (as suggested by the title of the book itself) is the right way to start your entrepreneurial journey… and it was mere curiosity to see if the author could change my view that got me to read the book… and I can say without any doubt that I still hold my view.
I guess the difference in view stems from the fact that I believe that one should start the journey only if they have a vision and conviction to make it happen - I will discourage anyone to start a venture just because it seems exciting or glamorous - it’s a long journey that tests your patience and belief at every step - and the only way to achieve success is to keep going… i find inspiration from Phil Knight , the Nike founder who talks about the long hard 18 years in his book Shoe Dog, where he says that you often ask yourself why you are doing it and the answer is that the alternative is not to live… it is this passion that drives you through each roadblock… and that gets us back to the original question - if you genuinely believe in your vision then you are just losing time by not putting in your best effort and working only a few hours in parallel to another job…
I went thru this cycle myself - and know that I wasted those months and years when I drew out ideas, tested possibilities but lacked the courage to start… till the day I told myself that I should stop fooling myself - either I believe in it or not - for if I genuinely believe in the potential, then a half hearted approach is just opportunity lost, and that I should be doing whatever I can to make it happen…
The book covers the basics of a journey - and has sound advice - covering everything from mindset to mentors to processes - emphasising the importance of iterating and experimenting… the book can give you some context but each day will bring new learnings and experiences… while it helps to know what works, where most startups struggle, how they adapted… but in the end you will need to find your own answers…
I guess the difference in view stems from the fact that I believe that one should start the journey only if they have a vision and conviction to make it happen - I will discourage anyone to start a venture just because it seems exciting or glamorous - it’s a long journey that tests your patience and belief at every step - and the only way to achieve success is to keep going… i find inspiration from Phil Knight , the Nike founder who talks about the long hard 18 years in his book Shoe Dog, where he says that you often ask yourself why you are doing it and the answer is that the alternative is not to live… it is this passion that drives you through each roadblock… and that gets us back to the original question - if you genuinely believe in your vision then you are just losing time by not putting in your best effort and working only a few hours in parallel to another job…
I went thru this cycle myself - and know that I wasted those months and years when I drew out ideas, tested possibilities but lacked the courage to start… till the day I told myself that I should stop fooling myself - either I believe in it or not - for if I genuinely believe in the potential, then a half hearted approach is just opportunity lost, and that I should be doing whatever I can to make it happen…
The book covers the basics of a journey - and has sound advice - covering everything from mindset to mentors to processes - emphasising the importance of iterating and experimenting… the book can give you some context but each day will bring new learnings and experiences… while it helps to know what works, where most startups struggle, how they adapted… but in the end you will need to find your own answers…
January 1, 2025
The book is aimed at aspiring entrepreneurs looking to start their businesses while managing a full-time job. The book offers practical advice, actionable strategies, and motivational insights for an aspiring entrepreneur.
While the advice provided is practical, it feels generic and reminiscent of content found in other similar books. The author attempts to personalize the strategies by tying them to their own experiences but fails to resonate fully. Additionally, the organization of topics could be improved—some chapters are notably brief, while others feel unnecessarily drawn out, creating an uneven reading experience.
Overall, the book is a quick and accessible read, making it a helpful starting point for anyone considering entrepreneurship.
While the advice provided is practical, it feels generic and reminiscent of content found in other similar books. The author attempts to personalize the strategies by tying them to their own experiences but fails to resonate fully. Additionally, the organization of topics could be improved—some chapters are notably brief, while others feel unnecessarily drawn out, creating an uneven reading experience.
Overall, the book is a quick and accessible read, making it a helpful starting point for anyone considering entrepreneurship.
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