+1. I think people romanticize shipping on the side, and for many people that's the only option because they can't afford to quit their job and have no income.

+1. I think people romanticize shipping on the side, and for many people that's the only option because they can't afford to quit their job and have no income. For someone with a high paying job where you can save up money, reduce your expenses, and then quit your job and dive in 100% while knowing your costs are covered for X amount of time, that's a huge advantage to starting a company. You should definitely consider this path if you can.