Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1363: Stephen Warley of Life Skills That Matter reveals the reality behind starting a business, emphasizing that it typically takes about two years to achieve financial stability. Drawing an analogy from the slow but rewarding process of growing açaí in the Amazon, Warley underscores the importance of patience and the four key learning curves entrepreneurs must navigate: self-management, validating a business idea, creating systems, and finding clients. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeskillsthatmatter.com/blog/how-long-it-really-takes-to-start-a-business Quotes to ponder: "You can try to hack your way to growth, but you’ll most likely burn yourself out even if you achieve financial stability!" "Like growing açaí, growing a business takes time and for good reason." "Learning how to manage yourself is one of the hardest feats you’ll ever have to accomplish because you can’t fire yourself." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices