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The Life of a Founder
A quick guide for entrepreneurs
What does it take to become an entrepreneur/solopreneur? Large sums of money? An over-the-top idea? A garage office?
You might be surprised to know that it takes more and less. You don’t need a huge nest egg to fund your entrepreneur project. Many entrepreneurial startups began as a side hustle. You probably don’t need a garage to start your journey, but you should designate a small space for yourself until you grow out of it. If your office space looks more like a practical desk in the spare bedroom, or a takeover of the kitchen table, that’s alright! You don’t need an over-the-top idea, you just need an idea you can capitalize on. You don’t have to reinvent the wheel, but maybe you find a new use for it. If you see an area with a need and feel that you can accomplish the need, get started!
For solopreneurs and entrepreneurs alike, there are several key elements that you will need in order for your idea to become operational. The first is a support system. Your support system will probably look different from your fellow entrepreneurs. You may have a mentor who has walked this road before you or a boss who is supportive of your endeavors, maybe you find a group for start-ups that allows you to travel this journey with a cohort, or you may be able to lean on your family for support. There’s not a right…
