The Real Work Behind Owning a Business and Why It’s Worth It

Sellers, brokers, lenders, even the “gurus” all leave one thing out:

Owning a business is hard work.

There’s no shortcut to make it easier or cheat code to find the perfect team to take over and grow it for you.

It’s all on you.

Most buyers fail because they underestimate the work and overestimate how easy running a business will be. Successful buyers, on the other hand, recognize the grind upfront and bring an insatiable desire to learn and grow.

Nights and weekends will blur with weekdays. You’ll never truly be off the clock.

But for those with the hunger, the benefits are worth it.

I spent last Saturday maintaining equipment and rewiring trailer lights for my golf cart rental business. But on Monday, I won’t clock into a company that sees me as just a number. I won’t report to a boss chasing their next promotion.

I control my outcomes, and that makes the sacrifices worth it.

Want to own a business? Start learning now:

Read - Mike Michalowicz’s books are a great starting point.

Network - Attend local business owner groups and learn how they approach challenges.

Learn a new skill - Pick anything—just flex your learning muscle and make it a habit again.

What’s your go-to book recommendation for future business owners?