I run a small record label, which i consider my startup despite not earning any money. Some notes: Truth #3 — the skills that make you a good leader DO NOT tra

I run a small record label, which i consider my startup despite not earning any money. Some notes: Truth #3 — the skills that make you a good leader DO NOT transfer to social settings For me it's the opposite. Learning how to network and interact honestly and with genuine care has completely reshaped my personality. I have such an easy time making friends these days and can, in a given, uncomfortable social interaction, easily distinguish between people being obnoxious and me being the one at fault (stepping over boundaries, being unreasonable, being superficial in my interaction). Ascribing "blame" properly saves you so much self-loathing and miscommunication. I have much greater control of my social life. Truth #4 — the same charismatic attitude that makes you a good leader also makes you an asshole Yes, and such is life. People will inevitably misunderstand you if they spend enough time focusing on you. There is an inherent imbalance in your relationship. My solution is to apologise when it comes up, and just always always greet people with respect (i hug) and leave them with respect (it was nice seeing you). Continual courtesy will override occasional mishaps, even the bad, drunken ones. Be honest about not being perfect, and show that you're trying. Truth #5 — life post-exit is not all happy times Very true. You really do need external confirmation in your life.