Looking at the apex of your triangle for point 4 - what’s your definition of ‘data driven’? It would be amazing to get a team there for 100k, but almost no one around can describe data driven in a none buzzwordy, practical way.
Great points, Ben! The emphasis on 'career optionality' really resonates. It's not just about escaping a job, but about creating leverage and expanding your skillset. Also harder than you'd imagine :) Validating your ideas before taking the leap is also super important.
The value pyramid really helps visualizing the difference and impact of the value you can provide and how often we sell ourselves short
Looking at the apex of your triangle for point 4 - what’s your definition of ‘data driven’? It would be amazing to get a team there for 100k, but almost no one around can describe data driven in a none buzzwordy, practical way.
I left 4 years ago and it’s been a wild ride. Don’t regret it at all tho! Excellent article 👏
Great points, Ben! The emphasis on 'career optionality' really resonates. It's not just about escaping a job, but about creating leverage and expanding your skillset. Also harder than you'd imagine :) Validating your ideas before taking the leap is also super important.