How it went
When 23 years ago I became a student a second time, to learn how to create software, I never thought I soon would be so obsessed with the idea to launch a software business… just several years after I decided to create my very first own software product.
The reality beat me: it turned out it’s not enough just to create a product - it should be a product that somebody would need.
The second time I learned it’s not enough to create a product that somebody would need - I also had to show and convince people that they would get some profit from using it…
Then I found a brighter idea and the circle started again, and then over and over again… without any results because every time I found a reason to give up and start something new.
Burned out...
Several times I felt absolutely burned out, took long breaks and worked as a regular software developer. I also gave up the programming completely trying some art projects and even made some money - just to realize that SD was always my main passion.
I read a lot of good books but never applied my knowledge (because I thought my story is too unique).
I met great people but never tried to do something so well as they did (because I thought they are much better than me therefore I just couldn't use their experience).
Finally, I felt so tired and desperately started thinking I’m not able to make my dream truth… until one moment when I realized clearly what I was doing wrong. The next step was to create a plan, and the third step is to start implementing the plan (spoiler: I'm still working on the plan).
Why the hell and what to do
One of the things I did wrong was the fact I always tried to be in the comfort zone. For me, it meant to be shy, silent, alone - quietly writing the code until I realized nobody needed it… to overcome this specific problem I decided to step out and and start thinking and reflecting in public… what is a big step for me as a true introvert.
That is why I started my new blog. I’m going to write about what I’m doing, why, and what is the result. I will try to be transparent to the maximum and will share my new knowledge, experience, and insights.
From the very first post of my blog, you will know:
The link: https://seacat.blog/first-post-whats-going-on-here-and-why/
Thanks!
You've chosen a better way to climb the mountain. The journey will still be tough but you will meet more people on the way and they will help. Best of luck!
Thanks!
That's exactly what I'm hoping for. It scares me to the death, though. But right because of it, the scary way may be a right way.