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๐ 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 โน50 LPA to chase his dream. ๐จ 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. โJob security, weekends off, life sorted. But no, that wasnโt enough. I thought I was wasting my life not building the next big thing,โ he reflected. ๐ ๐ฐ Despite raising โน8.44 crore in seed funding and achieving operational profitability, he faced relentless pressures, sleepless nights, and the mental toll of leadership. ๐ฉ The constant strain took a toll on his relationships ๐, mental health ๐ง , and happiness. โI hadnโt slept properly in months. My relationships went to shambles. My mental health? Iโve seen better days,โ he confessed. ๐ฅบ 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. โTurns out, I just wanted the idea of being a founder,โ he wrote. ๐ In his reflection, he shared key lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs. He highlighted that the title of "founder" is overrated ๐ท๏ธ, while the value of stability is often underestimated. He also stressed the importance of prioritizing mental health ๐ and recognizing that entrepreneurship isnโt for everyone. โSuccess doesnโt 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. ๐ญโจ It serves as a powerful reminder that while ambition is important, the journey must align with personal values and well-being. ๐ก
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