The $100 MBA Show MBA2714 Q&A Wednesday: I Can't Quit My Job. How Do I Start My Business?
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Dec 10, 2025 Balancing a full-time job while starting a business can be daunting. Learn why keeping your job helps you avoid pressure-filled decisions. Discover how to use evenings and weekends effectively without burnout. Omar advocates for a minimum commitment of 10 hours a week, emphasizing deep work sessions for productivity. He also suggests involving your friends and family for accountability. Tune in for insights on treating your side hustle like a night school and embracing a disciplined approach to entrepreneurship.
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Keep Your Job While Validating
- Do not quit your job immediately; keep financial stability while you validate your idea.
- Build your business on the side to avoid desperation and bad decisions, Omar Zenhom advises.
Pressure Kills Creative Risk-Taking
- Financial pressure reduces creativity and leads to bad decisions when launching a venture.
- Keeping a job eases pressure and allows you to take smarter risks in your business.
Use Discretionary Hours Wisely
- Use discretionary hours: pick 2–3 weeknights plus part of a weekend to work on your business.
- Focus on consistent weekly hours rather than trying to match full-time entrepreneur schedules.