Entrepreneurship is a lot like boxing. It is fierce, competitive, and often … painful. The pain from the blows of your opponent is part of the game. If you’re afraid to get hurt; then maybe entrepreneurship, or any other contact sport for that matter isn’t for you.
The key to boxing is rolling with your opponent’s fist to lessen the impact of each blow; adjusting your defense and attack based on your opponent’s motions. And waiting for the right opening for a knock down.The same way that a new venture should hold ground from all the challenges and manage the risks of a bootstrapped start up; adjust to the needs of the market and the changes in he operating environment as it happens. And wait for the right opportunity to strike gold.
No one wants to get hurt, but when faced with difficulties and set backs; you just have to suck it up and deal with it.
