| A few things to think about: 1. Everything is negotiable, try to work it in your favor to not have to choose. If your going to lead a company, negotiation is a good skill to pick up. 2. I have always felt there is far too much anxiety around technology/startups ... will it be there when I arrive? Will I still be relevant? Urgency is great when you jump in, but rest assure it will be here when you come back, if you choose to take the time off. 3. Do you want to run from regret or follow your heart? 4. Put your degree as a priority unless you are absolutely passionate about what you are postponing it for. As a 30 year old drop-out, sure it's nice when you have money to walk around and look like a genius because your successful, but it brings on additional insecurity and uncertainty when you do not have that paper behind your name on the way up. How much time do you spend climbing vs. time spent at the peak? Prepare yourself for the climb. 5. Take the trip, discuss your flexibility, listen to the idea, take time to evaluate. When an idea connects with you, the question changes from "what should i do?" to "how do i make this happen?" Lot's of great advice from the others also. Good luck none the less, you have two really exciting paths in front of you, so its already a win-win. |