How to embody an entrepreneurial mindset

I used to think that being entrepreneurial was cringe, that capitalism was “evil”, and that the culture surrounding it was totally deluded.

But then… I realised something.

The people who look down on entrepreneurs and “systems that are unfair” don’t often move ahead in life. They stay stagnant, judge others for trying, and often drag people down to their level. They lower the bar for everyone in their vicinity, refuse to do the hard work, and run away from pain.

This is not the way.

In fact, entrepreneurship requires you to do and be the complete opposite of this.

Entrepreneurship simply means facing reality, as painful as it is, and making something fruitful of it.

To have an entrepreneurial mindset is to simply take responsibility for your life circumstances and what you have lived through, and help others with that knowledge.

When entrepreneurship comes from an authentic and integrated place — one that is rooted in reality, but also your lived experience — it resonates with people.

This doesn’t make the work easy, linear, or clear.

But it’s the starting point.

Building in public can feel scary, unsafe, and cringe. Possibly catastrophic. Like you could be saying something wrong, and might have to backtrack it later. Or, are blowing up your entire reputation.

But — bravery is almost always the cost of entry.

Sharing your story, the skills you have, and your unique perspective matters. We are living in an age where almost anyone can openly share what they think online. There are pros and cons to this, of course, but if given such a chance, why not share something of value?

Money is simply the value that people see in your perspective and skill set. The clarity they need, the expertise and lived experience you have lived through, and the skills and insight you can offer them. People pay for practical results and vibes.

Be both.

Because what you have learned that others are willing to pay for didn’t come for free. It was paid for with your time and your life. Your failures and your wins. Your pains and your joys.

So, make it worth something.

Help others with the perspective, skills, and life experience you have gained. Whether that’s in your next role or an entrepreneurial project, pay it forwards, and keep building from there.

That’s real entrepreneurship.

Until the next one,

M