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Was Mortgaging My Life Worth it?

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In this episode of the Startup Therapy Podcast, hosts Ryan Rutan and Will Schroter delve into the sacrifices that come with building startup companies. They explore the dangerous ambiguity of not having specific goals and timelines, using personal anecdotes to illustrate the costly trade-offs. Will reflects on his milestone birthday and the realization that 'later' never seems to arrive, sparking a discussion about the true worth of deferred happiness and success. The conversation underscores the importance of quantifying goals and ensuring that sacrifices made today lead to genuinely rewarding outcomes. They emphasize that the journey must be carefully balanced with immediate gratification to avoid a future riddled with regret. Through vivid storytelling, they highlight the crucial lessons for founders on how to navigate the complex landscape of ambition, sacrifice, and personal fulfillment.

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Wil Schroter
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Ryan Rutan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-rutan/

What to listen for

00:21 The Danger of Vague Goals

00:57 Personal Reflections on Sacrifice

02:16 Quantifying Sacrifices and Rewards

04:03 The Reality of Sacrifice

05:27 Anecdotes of Sacrifice

15:08 The Moment of Truth

18:04 The Grand Experiment in Beverly Hills

18:36 The Struggles of Finding a Home in LA

19:07 Realizing the Cost of Living in Bel Air

20:34 Questioning the Move: A Moment of Clarity

23:10 The Decision to Return to Columbus

23:21 Reflecting on Sacrifices and Rewards

25:42 The Founder's Paradox: Happiness vs. Sacrifice

28:31 The Reality of Achieving Success

35:27 Balancing Sacrifice and Returns

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In this episode of the Startup Therapy Podcast, hosts Ryan Rutan and Will Schroter delve into the sacrifices that come with building startup companies. They explore the dangerous ambiguity of not having specific goals and timelines, using personal anecdotes to illustrate the costly trade-offs. Will reflects on his milestone birthday and the realization that 'later' never seems to arrive, sparking a discussion about the true worth of deferred happiness and success. The conversation underscores the importance of quantifying goals and ensuring that sacrifices made today lead to genuinely rewarding outcomes. They emphasize that the journey must be carefully balanced with immediate gratification to avoid a future riddled with regret. Through vivid storytelling, they highlight the crucial lessons for founders on how to navigate the complex landscape of ambition, sacrifice, and personal fulfillment.

Sign up for the Startups Newsletter
https://www.startups.com/newsletter

Resources:
Startup Therapy Podcast
https://www.startups.com/community/startup-therapy
Website
https://www.startups.com/begin
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/company/startups-co/

Join our Network of Top Founders
Wil Schroter
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilschroter/
Ryan Rutan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-rutan/

What to listen for

00:21 The Danger of Vague Goals

00:57 Personal Reflections on Sacrifice

02:16 Quantifying Sacrifices and Rewards

04:03 The Reality of Sacrifice

05:27 Anecdotes of Sacrifice

15:08 The Moment of Truth

18:04 The Grand Experiment in Beverly Hills

18:36 The Struggles of Finding a Home in LA

19:07 Realizing the Cost of Living in Bel Air

20:34 Questioning the Move: A Moment of Clarity

23:10 The Decision to Return to Columbus

23:21 Reflecting on Sacrifices and Rewards

25:42 The Founder's Paradox: Happiness vs. Sacrifice

28:31 The Reality of Achieving Success

35:27 Balancing Sacrifice and Returns

  continue reading

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