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Choosing to take time off from a profitable business opportunity to prioritize spending quality time with family.
Samenvatting
The author describes a difficult decision they made last week. They were about to launch a new business venture that was estimated to generate $25,000 in profit. However, after a long flight, the author felt content and had a strong desire to take 3 weeks off to spend time with their family instead of pursuing the business opportunity.
The author reflects on how the good thing about running an online business is that it can grow exponentially, but they questioned whether they should keep chasing that growth. They felt that spending time with their family, especially their aging grandparents, was the most precious thing. The author had recently lost several grandparents, and only one favorite grandparent remains. This reaffirmed their decision to take time off work and enjoy their time in the US, a country they haven't visited in 15 years.
The author acknowledges the opportunity cost of taking this break, but they believe they can pursue the business opportunity later. Ultimately, the author prioritized their family and personal well-being over the potential financial gains from the business venture.
Statistieken
I had the coming weeks planned perfectly.
I had thoughts such as: How much is enough? The good thing about doing your own online thing is that it can grow exponentially. But should you keep chasing that?
I've lost 3 grandparents and 2 of them in 6 months. Only one, and my favourite one, is still around. She's not getting any younger too.
Citaten
"Spending time with them is the most precious thing."
"Until then, I'm going to enjoy my time in the US 🇺🇸, a country I'm visiting after 15 years."