It is possible to launch a software startup to profitability without VC funding. I don't think this fact changes the "do what you love" message at all; it just

It is possible to launch a software startup to profitability without VC funding. I don't think this fact changes the "do what you love" message at all; it just means that you have a better chance at getting a decent slice of the pie if and when doing what you love becomes lucrative.