> * How does one even learn that is an issue? > * It seems like something where getting started is driven entirely by having contacts in the industry. Get a j

> * How does one even learn that is an issue? > * It seems like something where getting started is driven entirely by having contacts in the industry. Get a job in an industry and learn the domain. It's that simple, in theory at least. The "advantaged" have friends and family who educate you on these industries, but it's hard to really get domain expertise without doing the work. You aren't "only good at programming." If that is the case you underestimate yourself, are lazy, etc. That's not meant to be mean, but you can achieve more. The challenge is that domain expertise can be a significant investment when: * You could be doing more fun things * It might be location specific * Might impact your earnings * May result in your settling down to a different life than you expected. > Say you're really only good at programming and want to start a ...fashion business. How do you even start? Get a side hustle. For that exact scenario see https://twitter.com/donasarkar https://twitter.com/donasarkar and http://donasarkarbooks.com/fashion-design/ http://donasarkarbooks.com/fashion-design/.