What's your number? Do you know what you're working towards and how much money you want in the bank? Here is the framework I use to answer that question:

First, here are three simple options for how to think about income:

Option 1: Break-Even
Option 2: I’m Feeling Comfortable
Option 3: F-You Money

Second, What are your options for hitting your number? Obviously, there are lots more than the three but I am laying out three scenarios for income.

Scenario 1: The Employee with Golden Options
Scenario 2: The VC-Backed Founder with an Exit Plan
Scenario 3: The Bootstrapped Founders with Cash Flow Dreams

Finally, how do you decide? The truth is that it's not about money but the life you want.

RESOURCES:

What's Your "Money Number" as a Founder or Startup Employee (#17)