Overall I agree with the message though critical of one part.
You mention about survivor bias of 401(k)/slow lane retirees, which I agree. It's horrible.
Though you can say the same about small biz owners making a decent income, or like me who sold their business in 10 years.
Most don't.
Yes it's true you have more control when of owning your own business and can control your destiny. Though many individuals fail at business ownership and have a worse success rate than say putting money in their 401(k).
When I first started in business I thought anyone can and should start a business. Over the years I've come to realize it definitely takes a certain about of "chutzpah" to start and more importantly skills which many lack. I'm not suggesting people shouldn't start a business but to "go big or go home". Just some aren't cut out for it and may never be.
I guess what I'm saying some shouldn't even try to go the Fast Lane and accept mediocrity, because they just can't do it. It's not their lot/purpose in life. No different than me trying to become a professional ballplayer.
It just ain't happening.
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