In today's Startup Therapy Podcast, Wil and Ryan discuss if your dreams as a founder is an illusion. The dream seems so valuable because it's something you don't have right now. But it's essential to play test your goals and ask yourself if you'd truly enjoy it once you achieve them. Sometimes, the journey and the process of pursuing a startup are more important than the final outcome, so it's crucial to think about whether the sacrifices are really worth it for your long-term happiness and sense of purpose.

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What to Listen For

• 00:00 Intro
• 02:08 What if your startup dream is bullsh*t?
• 03:11 Investing in something uncertain
• 07:59 Did you test-drive it?
• 09:45 The cost of being wrong
• 19:33 Assessing risk in a startup
• 25:53 It’s valuable now because you don’t have it
• 27:48 Recalibrate your goals