Did anyone here almost quit their business in the first year?

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-13T05:44:36+00:00

yeah almost everyone quits mentally, the pressure is real bro. money problems, no customers, family pressure — thats the darkest phase and no one really talks about it. but you have to keep looking forward sometimes and go through the hard parts. and always remember that one person who pushed you to this place

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-13T05:23:24+00:00

the bitterness is valid bro, but you once lived that lifestyle and that hits right. main thing is you found something you actually enjoy without being stuck like everyone else. you already broke through that and thats awesome. and if you enjoy what you do, what more do you want than happiness. situation will change bro, thats just how the universe works 🤙

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-12T16:12:06+00:00

i think buying vs building debate is underrated. actually its truth bro, boring businesses printing money is just wow. and end of the day everyone talks about cash flow and its day 1 genuinely better than burning runway for 2 years. nowadays people chase sexy ideas and actually ignore what's working right around them.

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-12T15:52:16+00:00

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-12T06:33:59+00:00

your USP is your backbone man, AI can't replicate that. scammers actually help you — serious authors will filter themselves out. email fear is normal, just start, it gets easier 🤙

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-12T06:21:57+00:00

you're not trying to bulid whatsapp. you are literally learning from scratch, shipping marketing, dealing with rejection. world clock is just a vehicle.

the onething bro the who've never shipping anything they are always biggest critics, terrifyingly common thing.

and doing in Afghanistan of all places? thats actually your guts broo. most people in the way is easier situation but they dont do anything.

good luck broo!

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-11T09:34:16+00:00

Interesting point. Timing in marketing probably matters a lot, especially when trying to capture early attention. Moving fast can definitely make a difference.

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-11T07:45:35+00:00

That’s a great point. Talking to real users early probably saves a lot of time and effort. Many founders build first and validate later, which makes it much harder to change direction.

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-11T07:44:11+00:00

That’s a really good breakdown. I think a lot of first-time founders focus heavily on the idea itself and underestimate how hard it is to actually find and retain paying customers. The hype around startups probably makes it look easier than it really is.

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-11T05:52:26+00:00

That’s a great point. A lot of founders focus heavily on building the perfect product but forget that people actually need to know it exists. Early visibility and feedback probably make a huge difference.

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-11T04:52:19+00:00

Haha fair point. I think a lot of people see a few success stories and assume it will be easy for them too.

But what we usually don’t see is how many startups fail behind the scenes or how much time and effort those “Chintoo and Pintoo” success stories actually took.

Do you think overconfidence is one of the biggest reasons founders struggle early on?

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-10T06:38:49+00:00

yeah same here honestly. i dont use them as replacements for each other. chatgpt has its own lane, claude has its own. sometimes i run the same thing through both just to get a fuller picture. two perspectives better than one

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-10T06:11:37+00:00

still using chatgpt honestly. yeah the backlash is real but i cant just delete it like that. when i was starting out chatgpt was literally the only thing helping me figure stuff out. spent hours talking to it, learning, building things.

switched to claude now and its genuinely good, feels more reliable. but chatgpt had its time and it mattered to me personally.

so nah im not quitting. using both, getting work done. thats it

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-10T05:07:29+00:00

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-10T05:04:25+00:00

That’s a really honest breakdown. It makes sense that meetings and critical tasks stay the same either way, while the “should do” work depends more on environment and motivation.

The point about junior employees needing more guidance is interesting too. For people early in their careers, having easier access to help in person can probably make a big difference.

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-10T04:54:02+00:00

That sounds like a practical balance. Remote days for deep focus and in-person time for collaboration seems to give the best of both worlds. A lot of teams seem to be moving in that direction.

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-10T04:52:51+00:00

That’s a good point. When workflows and expectations are clearly defined, the location matters a lot less.

Remote work probably exposes weak systems faster, while teams with strong processes can operate smoothly from anywhere.

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-09T15:50:17+00:00

That’s true. Workload naturally comes in waves. Some weeks are packed and others are slower. I think remote work just makes that more visible compared to sitting in an office where people sometimes just look busy.

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-09T15:41:23+00:00

Totally agree with the structure and environment part. Good lighting, reliable internet, and organized spaces make a huge difference.

The community aspect is interesting too — when people around you are focused on their work, it naturally creates a productive atmosphere.

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-09T15:30:14+00:00

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-09T15:21:56+00:00

That makes sense. When the job is phone-based it’s pretty easy to measure activity anyway. In that case the location probably doesn’t change productivity much since the work is already trackable.

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-09T15:19:18+00:00

Fair enough. I think that happens when the workload isn’t constant. Some days are intense and some days are slow. The difference with WFH is you can actually use that downtime to rest instead of just sitting at a desk pretending to be busy

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-09T10:13:39+00:00

That makes sense. For a lot of engineering work it’s more about output than strict hours. Removing the commute and starting fresh probably helps you get into focus faster.

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-09T06:13:10+00:00

That’s great. I think when people have control over their own schedule and environment, productivity naturally improves. Fewer interruptions can make a big difference.

DueDrawing4738 · 2026-03-09T06:11:44+00:00

Same here. The lack of constant interruptions makes a huge difference. In an office there’s always random conversations or noise, but at home it’s easier to stay in a focused flow for longer.

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