Want to make a comeback from the ground up? You need to think this through.



The first thing to do is to discard those outdated ideas and fill your mind with a business mindset. Many people get stuck here, their thinking doesn't shift, and no matter how hard they try, it's all in vain.

After becoming an adult, don't be afraid to start with small things. Setting up a street stall, opening a small shop, earning your first bucket of gold through various channels—this is not shameful; it's tuition. Only through practical experience can you understand how the market operates and what customers want.

Key point: Don't rely on your parents to bail you out. Relying on yourself to handle everything is how you truly grow up and gain the confidence to make decisions. This independence will eventually become your greatest competitive advantage.

Then, you must root yourself deeply in a specific field. Someone skilled in many trades usually isn't outstanding in any, but if you reach the top in a niche area, opportunities will naturally come to you.

Your first attempt at entrepreneurship should be lightweight. Starting with zero or low costs means lower failure costs, faster trial and error, and a longer lifespan. Many people want to go big on their first shot, but end up dragging themselves to death.

When you are determined to do something, cut out entertainment activities. It's not that you can never have fun, but at that stage, eating and sleeping are enough; everything else should be put aside.

Finally, this is very crucial: Before starting any business, you should have at least 5 to 10 years of roots in the industry. From employee to boss, your understanding of the industry will be vastly different, and this accumulated experience will become your moat when you start your own business.
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DegenWhisperervip
· 13h ago
That's right, without 5-10 years of accumulation, starting a business is really like seeking death. It sounds simple, but nine out of ten people get stuck at the mindset stage when trying to do it. I deeply understand the importance of traveling light; I've seen too many get killed by leverage. Relying on yourself is easier said than done; most people simply can't let go of that illusion. Focusing on becoming top in a niche is the right way, but most people can't even focus properly. Starting from street vending may seem humble, but it's actually the fastest way to learn. If your mindset can't shift, no matter how hard you try, it's all in vain—that's the truth. You can't always rely on your parents; understanding this early is key to truly growing up. Low-cost trial and error is efficient; there's nothing wrong with this logic, but it's often criticized. Low failure costs mean you can survive longer; this point really hits many people's pain points. Entertainment should be cut back when necessary; it's easy to say, but few can stick to it.
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potentially_notablevip
· 13h ago
Rooted for five to ten years really hits the point. How many people haven't even understood the industry before they start fundraising and burning money? To put it simply, you still need to understand the market thoroughly; otherwise, no matter how hard you try, it's easy to fall into traps. Starting with a street stall is not shameful; what's shameful is not daring to try at all. I strongly agree with independence; relying on yourself is the only way to truly have confidence. Starting light is indeed the smartest approach; low failure costs allow you to survive longer. If your mindset doesn't turn around, no matter how hard you struggle, you'll just be standing still. Choosing a field and diving deep into it is much better than being good at everything. This article is about a principle—taking it slow is better than rushing to succeed.
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FundingMartyrvip
· 13h ago
Honestly, the 5-10 year plan really hit me. Too many people rush to get on board for quick gains, and quite a few end up crashing. --- Low-cost startup methods have seen some success, but the key is whether you can endure those tough, eat-what-you-plant days. --- Independence is crucial. Many people are spoiled by their families, relying entirely on their parents. How can they possibly get things done? --- Rooting yourself in a specific niche is really the right approach. Being scattered and unfocused ultimately leads to failure. I've seen too many counterexamples. --- Should entertainment activities be avoided? Well, that depends on the person. I know some who simply can't quit, and what happened? They still didn't succeed. --- The part about setting up a street stall was well written. Nowadays, some young people look down on small businesses, not realizing that this is the best testing ground. --- The point about shifting your mindset is spot on. Many people are just poor because their brains haven't made the turn.
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AltcoinMarathonervip
· 13h ago
nah this is just describing the accumulation phase tbh. everyone wants to sprint but the real winners are the ones grinding through mile 5-20, building that institutional knowledge moat. low cost entry + deep domain expertise = the only viable thesis i've seen work consistently. most ppl burn out before they even hit the fundamentals.
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