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I’ll cut to the chase: if college didn’t mean so much to my parents and grandparents, I probably wouldn’t be here.
I largely enjoy my university experience. However, I think I could find things to love in whatever path I pursue. For me, that looks like creating a business.
The right time to start a business is right now. And if you’re in college, especially so.
Most people ignore the most valuable part of college: time.
For four years, you will check all the boxes to set yourself up for a safe career (as long as you choose the right major) while also having a bunch of time on the side to build.
College Doesn’t Have to Be Difficult
For the entrepreneur or creator, there’s a lot more learning to get from the real world than from the classroom.
Minimize the time you spend on your schoolwork. Ruthlessly simplify your schedule. Cut out anything not serving you value. Only study effectively. Do the minimum.
Again, I want to emphasize that if your classes are actually providing you value, spend time on them. I love my CS class, and I spend a lot of time on it. But for the classes that aren’t providing value, get rid of them.
