Why You Shouldn't Start A Business by Anthony Ongaro of Break The Twitch on Entrepreneurial Ventures

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Episode 1573:

Anthony Ongaro explores why jumping into entrepreneurship isn't always the best choice, especially if driven by societal pressures or fleeting motivations. He encourages mindful decision-making, emphasizing how deeply understanding your values can lead to greater fulfillment in work and life.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.breakthetwitch.com/why-you-shouldnt-start-a-business/

Quotes to ponder:

"Starting a business is often romanticized, but not everyone needs to take that path to find fulfillment."

"Consider whether entrepreneurship aligns with your values or is simply a distraction from the life you truly want to live."

"Success doesn’t have to mean running a business, it means living a life that feels meaningful to you."

Episode references:

Essentialism by Greg McKeown: https://www.amazon.com/Essentialism-Disciplined-Pursuit-Greg-McKeown/dp/0804137382

So Good They Can’t Ignore You by Cal Newport: https://www.amazon.com/Good-They-Cant-Ignore-You/dp/1455509124

The Minimalists: https://www.theminimalists.com

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