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[RealisticlyReal]

Hello YoungEntrepreneur.com, Hello Internet And Hello World!
Without going into great detail, I find myself in a position where I am about to drop out of Uni. I feel that I am around people, doing a course I haven no interest in, where if you ask a fellow student a question they will always be able to quote from a book, but none of them appear to have much intuition, confidence and natural instinct to go about doing things independently. I may not have straight A*'s but I am sharp and efficient in my thoughts and calculations.
So I either join the labour market at the bottom, or take some time and concentrate on an entrepreneurial venture.
While I may be young, enthusiastic and willing to take risks, I know that I can't compensate for the lack of experience, contact base etc.
So I know one thing for sure about all of you guys, you were all once young! (Not that you're not now!) So please, try and relate to me and give me some advice, right now I have a few ideas running through my head but I don't know where to start or how to do it.
Please, I would be most grateful to hear from anyone in here.
Much appreciated,
Regards Ali

[akula]

Hii..I feel where you're coming from.
I guess if you're asking whether it's prudent to drop out and start some venture, the answer is obviously no.
Entrepreneurship isn't normally recommended to people. It's a difficult career, with uncertain payoffs.
It can make people deeply unhappy, suicidal and bankrupt. I certainly wouldn't recommend it anyone half heartedly.

Entrepreneurship is more of a compulsion. Some people know that they shouldn't be doing it, but they can't help them selves.
That would pretty much describes me and lots of other people I know. That's the sort of people this site is for.
At any rate, if you are that kind of person...then you really only have one choice..

Then again..if you still do wanna do a startup but hedge your bets, maybe you can transfer to a course that you'll actually like and pursue a part time business.

What do you think?

[citizen88]

Hey I know what you´r saying cause i´ve been there myself.
The only true advice I can give you is "Be yourself and do what makes you happy", also I can recomend you to start the venture while your in Uni and once it kicks on you´ll know what to do.
If your still wondering where to start just start where you are, use what you have and do what you can, don´t set outrageous goals at the beginning, try to get used to success and build up some motivation. Also surround yourself with positive people who support you no matter what
Hope this helps

Czar

[RealisticlyReal]

Hii..I feel where you're coming from.
I guess if you're asking whether it's prudent to drop out and start some venture, the answer is obviously no.
Entrepreneurship isn't normally recommended to people. It's a difficult career, with uncertain payoffs.
It can make people deeply unhappy, suicidal and bankrupt. I certainly wouldn't recommend it anyone half heartedly.

Entrepreneurship is more of a compulsion. Some people know that they shouldn't be doing it, but they can't help them selves.
That would pretty much describes me and lots of other people I know. That's the sort of people this site is for.
At any rate, if you are that kind of person...then you really only have one choice..

Then again..if you still do wanna do a startup but hedge your bets, maybe you can transfer to a course that you'll actually like and pursue a part time business.

What do you think?

Hello
Thanks for your reply

What do I think?

While what you say is correct, I feel that I am going to drop out of Uni either way. I simply hate the course, the location is undesirable and I have no motivation to take me into the next year. In an ideal world of coarse I would have a top degree and pursue business ventures part time until I am fully stable. However, I feel as though the lifestyle of an entrepreneur is best suited for me. I have no hesitation in spending large amounts of money on a project and then it completely failing. I have no concerns in failing 100 times in a row. I know that I am sensible and bright enough to find success somewhere. I also thrive under the circumstances that face an entrepreneur, not knowing where your next meal will come from, will you be eating in a 5 star hotel or a budget meal from the supermarket. These are all factors that suit me and excite me, most other people I have spoken to fear the risks and uncertainty that I would crave from.

For now, I guess I will see how things go with my uni, I'll spend more time in the summer contemplating my options but to hear from people like yourself is certainly helpful.
Thanks for your advice
Ali

[RealisticlyReal]

Hey I know what you´r saying cause i´ve been there myself.
The only true advice I can give you is "Be yourself and do what makes you happy", also I can recomend you to start the venture while your in Uni and once it kicks on you´ll know what to do.
If your still wondering where to start just start where you are, use what you have and do what you can, don´t set outrageous goals at the beginning, try to get used to success and build up some motivation. Also surround yourself with positive people who support you no matter what
Hope this helps

Czar

Hello Sir

Your simple message was very helpful and did make me reflect. I guess if I wasn't myself and I wasn't happy then it would be a waste of time and an experience I would regret. In an ideal world I would be balancing the venture and uni but I know that due to the lack of interest and motivation in my course, any time spent on a venture would be devastating to my performance in uni. Hence I would like to drop out and give a venture my whole and undivided attention. I am trying to find my way in this world and I believe I have more than enough skill and flair to achieve successes of a high standard. It's just a matter of getting started and devising a strategy.
Like I told the previous poster, I will take some time off in the summer and really think about what it is that I want to do.

Thanks for your words and if you have any more advice I would be more than happy to hear it
Much appreciated
Ali

[citizen88]

Ali, I'm glad you found my advice useful. I've been thinking about your case and remembered there is this book I think you should read, its called "The Art of the Start" by Guy Kawasaki and in my opinion it is a simple yet profound and a 'must read' book for anyone starting an investment/business. You can buy it or just pm me your email and I'll send you the e-book so you can check it out, the full e-book, free of course.
I also have a mentor, Bill Bartmann, he is an experienced businessman who went from bankrupt to billionaire and is now teaching others how to do it, he is the guy from my signature btw. He not only gives paid seminars but also has tons of free webinars and info you shouldn't miss.
Either way you choose make sure its your decision, best of luck


Czar

[RealisticlyReal]

Ali, I'm glad you found my advice useful. I've been thinking about your case and remembered there is this book I think you should read, its called "The Art of the Start" by Guy Kawasaki and in my opinion it is a simple yet profound and a 'must read' book for anyone starting an investment/business. You can buy it or just pm me your email and I'll send you the e-book so you can check it out, the full e-book, free of course.
I also have a mentor, Bill Bartmann, he is an experienced businessman who went from bankrupt to billionaire and is now teaching others how to do it, he is the guy from my signature btw. He not only gives paid seminars but also has tons of free webinars and info you shouldn't miss.
Either way you choose make sure its your decision, best of luck


Czar

Hello again Czar.
Indeed your advice was helpful before, and it has been helpful yet again.
With regards to "The Art of the Start", whether or not it will help me, I will be definitely buying it and reading it soon. I have checked a few reviews and just watched a 40 minute speech from Guy Kawasaki. I just watched a 40 minute lecture of his just now and I completely agreed with him, money is not my main goal. I want to be responsible for something which holds meaning and is deeper than a money making glitch. I prefer regular books to eBooks so I will purchase it shortly. Thanks for that recommendation.
I have also looked into Bill Bartmann's story. It seems interesting and I will look into him further. Is he a personal mentor of yours? Has his teachings benefited you directly? Btw I'm from London, I'm assuming his methods are possible in all locations.
From your last post, I am in a better place and all you did was recommend me a couple of peoples material! This is how I feel I will learn the best, recommendations and directions every now and then.
I am very grateful, thanks again.
Ali

[totters_traders]

i would stay in uni - maybe change courses to something you enjoy - make as many friends and contacts as possible and while you are there start up some kind of business use the resources there to help get it up and running

[RealisticlyReal]

i would stay in uni - maybe change courses to something you enjoy - make as many friends and contacts as possible and while you are there start up some kind of business use the resources there to help get it up and running

Yeah I'm looking at changing course and Uni but hopefully being allowed to join as a Second year student so I haven't wasted anything. Right now I do Economics which I hate, I hate the way it's taught, whereas I enjoyed it at A Level when it was more theoretical and studying how firms behave in the markets. So I'm looking into doing a Business Studies degree instead, although it is 'lighter' and 'less academic' than Economics, I have already learnt that there is no point doing something you don't enjoy, whereas I reckon I would quiet like Business Studies...hopefully.

haha...he who dares does indeed win. With Del Boy for inspiration and a couple of series of Only Fools and Horses on DVD lying around the house, I'd say I'm in safe hands.

Thanks.

[citizen88]

Ali, first of all your welcome it is my pleasure, and second sorry to keep you waiting so long I don't think you have actually been waiting for my response or anything cause you probably have been catching up on those dvd's which i have no idea what they're about, I like to watch Family Guy and basically good movies, which lately i haven't found many but they do come out once in a while.
Back on topic, its great to know you found Guy Kawasaki interesting cause its always great to have someone to be inspired from. On another note, Bill Bartmann isn't a personal mentor of mine but I have benefited directly from his web-inars and I usually leave with a sense of immense peace and feeling like a new person. I haven't gone to any of his seminars yet but its on the top of my wish list. Well right after "Go skiing with my family for 1 month" which I miss already.
Oh and btw, check out this site for some innovative ideas ted.com/ its absolutely worthwhile.
I can't say this too many times so i'll rephrase from some quotes i've been reading. There are two kinds of frustrated persons, those who don't get what they want, and those who do; so make sure what you wish for is truly your desire. Along the same lines runs "it doesn't matter if you arrive or not at destination as long as you enjoy the journey". So good luck on yours


Czar

[smithsonianjohnny]

Is there a specific website I can read more about this Bill Bartmann?

[Mega B]

@smithsonianjohnny just do a Google search that should provide you with all the information that you are after.

[smithsonianjohnny]

thank you for that information it really helped me find the information I needed to find.


Johnny Smithsonian
Author, Creator, Inventor, Innovator and student of Stock Trader Chuck Hughes.
chuckhughesstocktrading.com

[Southern_Lenders]

Why not start something part time while at school?... Im sure there are many services you can provide to the school and the students that wont cost a ton of $ to start. Maybe start a janitorial business or something simple like that?