I’m not the only one saying it. If you want to be an entrepreneur, skip college. This link is about learning a trade instead (plus some other stuff), but the idea is the same.
I know a lot of great young people who are currently in college, or have graduated in the last few years. Most of them – most folks I know, really – have the “dream” of going to work for someone else and getting paid a weekly wage.
But where would they work if no one wanted to start new businesses? Do new things? Take chances?
If you want to start a business or do your own thing, it’s highly doubtful you’ll learn even the fundamentals by sitting in a classroom. Go out, try things, fall on your face, pick yourself up, and try again.
I’m in my local Barnes & Noble, supposedly working on my next book. During a walk to restore my numb butt, I just ran across a small display of products. They’re not quite toys, but close.
next book. I mean like 5 minutes ago! I’m approximately 3 weeks ahead of schedule. ‘scuze me while I bask in the feeling for a few minutes. Projected “publication date” is January 2nd (I think – I don’t have my planner with me), but it will probably be available by mid-November.
Got a new digital toy. 14" HP Chromebook. This model comes with 200 MB per month data via T-Mobile. I used up 80% of that in the first hour! Anyway, that's why I bought it. As a refurb, it was nearly $100 less than the regular price for the item. I used it most of the afternoon, and only drained 20% of the battery. Cool so far!
