The Millenial businessman
by kevin wu

The Millennial Businessman

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#1 The Not-So-Instagrammable Reality of Millennial Entrepreneurship

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Ever scroll through LinkedIn and get a touch of "laptop lifestyle" envy? (We've all been there.) Inspirational quotes, Bali vacation pics, working from a cool café, Google-like offices...millennial entrepreneurship often gets painted as a picture-perfect path to success. How true is this?

 

As a lawyer who also took the leap, I can tell you this: it's not all sunshine and motivational memes. Building something from the ground up is incredibly challenging yet rewarding, a dream I chased since forever. (But let's be honest, there's a whole side to this journey that doesn't get documented.)

 

The Dream vs. The Grind

Remember those nights fuelled by ambition and maggi noodles, crafting the perfect business plan? (Fast forward, and that initial burst of enthusiasm can get slammed by the reality of daily tasks, managing cashflow and that nagging voice in your head asking, "Am I doing this right?")

 

Law School Didn't Prepare Me For This

My legal background definitely came in handy, but navigating the intricate world of business ownership? That's a whole different ball game. In law school, sheer hard work and studying would definitely yield positive results. But in business, no matter how well-prepared, how well-researched your idea is, the result is not always guaranteed. When I first begun my journey back in 2018, I was scrambling to learn about marketing, finance, and the ever-changing tech landscape.

 

The Wins Are Worth It (But They Take Work)

Okay, so it's not a walk in the park. But here's the thing: the victories, big and small, feel incredible because you earned them. For example, I was extremely delighted that my work in food sustainability got me into the Forbes 30 Under 30 List back in 2021. There's a unique satisfaction in watching your vision come to life, in knowing that your hustle and dedication are paying off.

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The Millennial Entrepreneur Community

This is for all the aspiring millennial business owners out there: entrepreneurship is a rollercoaster ride. It's challenging, demanding, and sometimes downright frustrating. But there's also immense potential for growth, learning, and the satisfaction of building something truly your own.

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Stay tuned! This blog is for all of us – the dreamers, the doers, and the slightly sleep-deprived hustlers. We'll delve into the legal nitty-gritty (because let's face it, adulting requires some legal knowledge!), explore practical strategies for scaling your business, and navigate the unique challenges and opportunities millennials face in the business world.

Join this community as we peel back the curtain on millennial entrepreneurship, the good, the bad, and everything in between.

 

P.S. What are some of the biggest challenges you've faced as a millennial entrepreneur? Share your thoughts in the comments below or email kevin@kevinwuassociates.com! #millennialentrepreneur #businessownership #lawyerlife

 

Disclaimer

The Millennial Businessman is a platform created by Kevin Wu, a lawyer and entrepreneur, to share his insights and experiences in the world of legal and business ownership.

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