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๐Ÿ˜ž The reality of building a startup is far more challenging, as revealed by a heartfelt confession from a founder who left a lucrative corporate job paying โ‚น50 LPA to chase his dream. ๐Ÿšจ The entrepreneur, known as "GrizzledTrillion" on Grapevine, shared his candid journey of leaving a secure role as Vice President of Operations in 2021 to start his own business. Inspired by the allure of LinkedIn posts, podcasts, and success stories of massive valuations, he believed he was destined for greatness. โ€œJob security, weekends off, life sorted. But no, that wasnโ€™t enough. I thought I was wasting my life not building the next big thing,โ€ he reflected. ๐Ÿš€ ๐Ÿ’ฐ Despite raising โ‚น8.44 crore in seed funding and achieving operational profitability, he faced relentless pressures, sleepless nights, and the mental toll of leadership. ๐Ÿ˜ฉ The constant strain took a toll on his relationships ๐Ÿ’”, mental health ๐Ÿง , and happiness. โ€œI hadnโ€™t slept properly in months. My relationships went to shambles. My mental health? Iโ€™ve seen better days,โ€ he confessed. ๐Ÿฅบ Ultimately, he made the tough decision to shut down his startup, realizing that the cost of success was more than he was willing to pay. He admitted to being more enamored with the title of "founder" than with the actual process of entrepreneurship. โ€œTurns out, I just wanted the idea of being a founder,โ€ he wrote. ๐Ÿ˜” In his reflection, he shared key lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs. He highlighted that the title of "founder" is overrated ๐Ÿท๏ธ, while the value of stability is often underestimated. He also stressed the importance of prioritizing mental health ๐Ÿ’† and recognizing that entrepreneurship isnโ€™t for everyone. โ€œSuccess doesnโ€™t always mean happiness,โ€ he concluded, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness. His candid story has resonated deeply with many online, sparking conversations about the often-overlooked costs of chasing entrepreneurial dreams. ๐Ÿ’ญโœจ It serves as a powerful reminder that while ambition is important, the journey must align with personal values and well-being. ๐Ÿ’ก

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