Hello everyone!
I'm 24 years old and was introduced to the book "Unscripted" on the recommendation of a high school friend. This friend, intriguingly, never pursued college. Throughout the years, I kept hearing from him about dropping out and working on an app, which unfortunately didn't take off. However, he later transitioned to developing a gaming application. Today, he earns approximately 200k-300k every quarter and employs 2-3 people. His most profound advice to me was simple: read "Unscripted."
Having started it this past Monday, I'm already around 60%-70% through. I won't lie; it's a challenging read.
A little about me: I'm 24, never attended college, and finished high school with a 1.8 GPA. My career began in a mundane cubicle job but eventually pivoted into IT. Currently, I earn a comfortable 85k annually with great benefits. Everyone around me, from my parents to my fiancé and friends, believes I've got it all. However, I often find myself feeling discontented. The insights in the first half of "Unscripted" resonate deeply with me.
Regrettably, I recognize many of my shortcomings highlighted in the book. For instance, I've been guilty of indulging in empty action items. Two years ago, I set up an LLC, printed business cards, and aspired to become an IT Consultant. That venture, however, never took off and was eventually dissolved without earning a dollar. I also struggle with comparing my achievements and possessions to others, which often diminishes my sense of self-worth.
As I continue reading, I'm not only seeking business wisdom but also broader life guidance. I often find myself playing the victim: blaming the government for my inability to buy a house due to high interest rates or attributing my lack of success to not having the "right" connections. My most significant revelation so far is the urgent need to change my mindset before diving into the entrepreneurial world.
I'm 24 years old and was introduced to the book "Unscripted" on the recommendation of a high school friend. This friend, intriguingly, never pursued college. Throughout the years, I kept hearing from him about dropping out and working on an app, which unfortunately didn't take off. However, he later transitioned to developing a gaming application. Today, he earns approximately 200k-300k every quarter and employs 2-3 people. His most profound advice to me was simple: read "Unscripted."
Having started it this past Monday, I'm already around 60%-70% through. I won't lie; it's a challenging read.
A little about me: I'm 24, never attended college, and finished high school with a 1.8 GPA. My career began in a mundane cubicle job but eventually pivoted into IT. Currently, I earn a comfortable 85k annually with great benefits. Everyone around me, from my parents to my fiancé and friends, believes I've got it all. However, I often find myself feeling discontented. The insights in the first half of "Unscripted" resonate deeply with me.
Regrettably, I recognize many of my shortcomings highlighted in the book. For instance, I've been guilty of indulging in empty action items. Two years ago, I set up an LLC, printed business cards, and aspired to become an IT Consultant. That venture, however, never took off and was eventually dissolved without earning a dollar. I also struggle with comparing my achievements and possessions to others, which often diminishes my sense of self-worth.
As I continue reading, I'm not only seeking business wisdom but also broader life guidance. I often find myself playing the victim: blaming the government for my inability to buy a house due to high interest rates or attributing my lack of success to not having the "right" connections. My most significant revelation so far is the urgent need to change my mindset before diving into the entrepreneurial world.
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