The Journey of Leaving the 9-5: Worth It or a Leap of Faith?

Leaving the 9-5 job for the heartwarming but vulnerable world of entrepreneurship is no joke. But it can be the most rewarding decision of your life, as I can attest from my own experience in 2021.

Was it easy? No. Was it risky? Absolutely. Was I scared? Yes. Was I excited? Yes. Did everyone around me approve my decision? No, and not at first. But most importantly, was it worth it? That's a question that only time and action can answer. Let me share a glimpse of my journey and you can decode the answer for yourself.

Trigger and Transformation

The world's perception of you and reality are often two different things. One conversation with a successful businessman was the trigger that led me to finally put down my 9-5 job. This decision was the culmination of years of thinking and a single moment of clarity.

Key Moments

Here's a rundown of what my journey entailed:

Helped over 200 people change their perspective on trading and become financially independent. Managed a team dedicated to making India the most financially literate country. Assisted women in creating a source of income and improved their confidence to live independently. Acquired more time and freedom for personal life. Learnt valuable skills from mentors and industry experts in running a company and managing personal finances. Married the love of my life. Bought my own property and generated rental income. Guided over 1500 people in one-to-one calls on the right path regarding personal finances.

While this showcases the positive aspects, there were also challenges:

Used up savings to keep the company afloat during lean times. Months where I wasn't sure about my next paycheck. Multiple burnouts due to stress. Judgment and criticism from others. Hiring the wrong candidate. Failing to reduce overheads when necessary.

Learning from Challenges

Life is all about facing challenges and overcoming them. This uncertainty and the excitement it brings often force us to take actions we wouldn't otherwise consider. The uncertainty itself makes our journey more interesting.

The key is not to be deterred but to push yourself and do what you love. Never, ever give up on your dreams. If you see the positive changes in others and yourself as a result of your journey, it's surely worth it.

So, Was it worth it? Let me know. Share your thoughts in the comments below. Together, we can inspire and support each other on our respective journeys.