Everyone’s been bitching and complaining about “spec work” these last few weeks; but I am here to rock the boat and write-up a quick little statement in support of spec.
The economy is in a sore spot, a recession is here and layoffs are plentiful; even within our own luxurious Internet industry. But what is bothering me most are the organizations that put profits before people; and hide behind terms like “right sizing”.
When jumping in the entrepreneurial world there is much to consider and much to do; but almost nothing is harder or more important than having a really good tax accountant!
What is more valuable; quantity and quality of work or a degree? If the work ultimately outshines the degree, should we question spending half our first decade getting into debt as opposed to building a career?
Funding isn’t a check box on the start-up list of “things to do”; it is simply an option for those who require help to get where they want to go.
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