Let’s Talk About The Side Hustle

Most don't realize that we already have the best investor for our startup right now... # # # # ## [Listen Now]( [f2f2d1d3-b412-4ff7-830b-e327423f0139.png]( [48d37001-729b-494b-a401-4e269f2be21e.png]( [97243955-52d1-4b6d-88e9-0d9743c4e5db.png]( [b301c010-0789-40c8-bd5f-0a46322dc004.png]( Join the discussion on this topic [today on LinkedIn]( There will never be a more equitable investor than our current paycheck. Full funding, no pitch process, and market compensation from Day One. Compare that to when we try to actually raise money in a grueling pitch process, spend months with no income, and have to work for half of what we made last year. While our current investor (our paycheck) has a lot of hours and distractions, it has some really important benefits: it's predictable, it's consistent, and if shit hits the fan, we just focus on that. So we want to hold onto that sweet, sweet investor for as long as we can. We want to look for a consistent demand curve over a long period of time — say 6 months or longer. All too many Founders have jumped ship after a single surge only to realize later it was the wrong indicator. Whether it's extending the runway for the consistent paycheck or holding out longer to make sure the activity is a true trend, the time to jump ship is always 3 months from now. While the excitement of a new Side Hustle is amazing, what we need to focus on is ensuring its longevity by ensuring our own longevity. The moment we jump ship, we need to be damn sure there's a lifeboat. Thoughts? Comments? Let's hear them [on today's LinkedIn discussion](. Subscribe now and listen for new episodes every week. [Apple]( [Spotify]( [Stitcher]( [TuneIn]( Founder Isolation is REAL. We have something for that. When was the last time you did something for yourself (really)? We get wrapped up in this world of “doing everything for the startup” but too often we forget that doing something for ourselves is exactly what our startup needs. There has never been a better time to[join Founder Groups]( than in a year when we need each other more than ever. We are already battling Founder isolation and imposter syndrome (and more) — why keep doing it all alone? In Founder Groups, we are matching 8 thoroughly vetted Founders committed to their growth, and aiding the support of other Founders alike. It’s a cohort of like-minded startup owners that need to get stuff off of their chest and work through obstacles — together. Get the support you need professionally and emotionally. Let us help you[find a Founder Group]( that is perfect for you. © [Startups.com]( Startups.com · 1201 Dublin Road · Columbus, OH 43215 · USA. [Unsubscribe]( You received this email because you are subscribed to emails from Startups.com. If you prefer not to receive emails from Startups.com you may [unsubscribe]( . Startups.com 1322 Manning Parkway  Columbus OH 43065 USA You received this email because you are subscribed to emails from Startups.com.