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Many new entrepreneurs expect their initial business to meet all their needs—financial stability, personal fulfillment, and freedom. Ali argues that this is unrealistic.
Entrepreneurship often involves numerous trials and errors, with many entrepreneurs’ first ventures being less glamorous and more about learning the ropes. Just as initial relationships are often not the ones that last, the first business may serve primarily as a stepping stone toward something more fulfilling. Expectations can inhibit action, whereas understanding that the first businesses are often stepping stones fosters resilience and growth.