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Sorry to hijack slightly, but figured it's related: I am trying to build a "lifestyle" side project into something profitable, as a goal to replace my job. I th

Sorry to hijack slightly, but figured it's related: I am trying to build a "lifestyle" side project into something profitable, as a goal to replace my job. I think I have a good product and niche. What I want is some sort of mentor network. Someone who has already succeeded where I haven't, and that I can pester with questions, check I am on the right track, vent, etc, every now and then. Does such a thing (or something like it) exist?

inovica 7y ago
Drop me a message. I've started and run several ventures, a couple of which became more than lifestyle. Nothing is done alone though - there are always people who help you on your journey; employees, friends, mentors, family. Happy to point you in a direction
- domlebo70 7y ago
  Great, thank you. PM'ed via LinkedIn.
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F_J_H 7y ago
Yes, they exist, but the ones I've seen are typically executive forums (ie a group of CEOs meet together). There also seem to be a lot of startup mentorship groups. However, you might get the most mileage from finding a few people who have been successful where you would like to be, and reach out to them for mentorship. Such connections can make a huge difference.
quest88 7y ago
What is a lifestyle project?
- domlebo70 7y ago
  I don't know if there's a better term (I've just seen it used online). This is what I meant by it: https://thebusinessprofessor.com/knowledge-base/startup-vs-lifestyle-business/ https://thebusinessprofessor.com/knowledge-base/startup-vs-l...
  - bcrosby95 7y ago
    Note that the lines are blurry and a lifestyle business can turn into a startup or a hybrid model if you run across something with good enough traction.
arthurofbabylon 7y ago
Email me yo. Would love to connect.
v1l 7y ago
where are you located?
- domlebo70 7y ago
  Been in NYC for a year, but moving back to Australia in 2 weeks.
colinbartlett 7y ago
indiehackers.com is a great source for advice, though it’s not quite as personal as a “mentor”.

inovica 7y ago

Drop me a message. I've started and run several ventures, a couple of which became more than lifestyle. Nothing is done alone though - there are always people who help you on your journey; employees, friends, mentors, family. Happy to point you in a direction

domlebo70 7y ago
Great, thank you. PM'ed via LinkedIn.
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F_J_H 7y ago

Yes, they exist, but the ones I've seen are typically executive forums (ie a group of CEOs meet together). There also seem to be a lot of startup mentorship groups. However, you might get the most mileage from finding a few people who have been successful where you would like to be, and reach out to them for mentorship. Such connections can make a huge difference.

quest88 7y ago

What is a lifestyle project?

domlebo70 7y ago
I don't know if there's a better term (I've just seen it used online). This is what I meant by it: https://thebusinessprofessor.com/knowledge-base/startup-vs-lifestyle-business/ https://thebusinessprofessor.com/knowledge-base/startup-vs-l...
- bcrosby95 7y ago
  Note that the lines are blurry and a lifestyle business can turn into a startup or a hybrid model if you run across something with good enough traction.

arthurofbabylon 7y ago

Email me yo. Would love to connect.

v1l 7y ago

where are you located?

domlebo70 7y ago
Been in NYC for a year, but moving back to Australia in 2 weeks.

colinbartlett 7y ago

indiehackers.com is a great source for advice, though it’s not quite as personal as a “mentor”.