Thinking of Starting a Business? Read This First.

Let’s be honest.

Not everyone should be an entrepreneur.

We glorify the title. We romanticize the journey.

But building a business isn’t just about freedom or money. It’s about choosing chaos on purpose.

And not everyone is wired for that.

So let’s cut through the noise.

If you’re asking “Should I start a business?” — here’s what you really need to know.

1. Do You Crave Ownership?

There’s a difference between wanting to escape your job… and wanting to build something you can call your own.

A lot of people want to be “free.”

But freedom isn’t just quitting the 9 to 5.

Freedom is having full responsibility for every decision, every mistake, and every dollar.

If that excites you — not scares you — you might be ready.

2. Can You Handle Loneliness?

Building a business is lonely as hell.

In the early days, it’s just you. No cheering crowd. No instant validation.

It’s late nights, second-guessing, and pushing through days when nothing clicks.

If you need permission to move, or constant praise to keep going, this will crush you.

But if you can show up without applause?

You’re already ahead.

3. Are You Willing to Be Bad at First?

Most people never start because they want to be good before they begin.

That’s not how it works.

You will suck at first.

You’ll make offers no one wants.

You’ll market wrong.

You’ll price wrong.

And the only way to get it right? It’s to keep showing up through the wrong.

Starting a business requires humility, grit, and iteration.

Save This Thought:

4. Can You Delay Gratification?

You won’t make six figures next month.

Your first launch probably won’t go viral.

Most of the real wins come in year 2, 3, or 5.

If you need fast money, get a job.

If you’re willing to play the long game, welcome.

Entrepreneurship rewards consistency more than talent.

So… Should You Start?

Here’s your gut check:

• Do you feel like you're meant for more?

• Are you okay with risking comfort for meaning?

• Are you ready to bet on yourself — even when no one else will?

If yes, then start small, but start now.

If not, that’s okay too. Just be honest with yourself.

Business isn’t a flex.

It’s a responsibility.

Final Word:

You don’t need a million-dollar idea.

You need courage to begin.

The rest? You’ll figure it out on the way.

But don’t wait until you're “ready.”

You get ready by doing.

If you would like to connect on a deeper level, feel free to REPLY to this email and I’ll get in touch with you.

Be unstoppable,

Amos - Founder of The16hourclub