[king-of-turtles]

I wouldn't look at it as "Should I get a job, or risk starting my own thing?". Even though this has been super common for years, it overlooks how much work even the most basic legitimate operation is in 2024.

It isn't always a choice. Many founders have trecherous failure in their backstory. Seems to be two consistent themes that drive people to do it.

1] "There is this problem / opportunity gnawing at my brain, and I MUST go do that. I must."

2] "I have literally no other choice and I will not die."