Re:Ask HN: Go all in on startup idea, or stay W2
by Mnexium on Wednesday May 20, 2026 @07:52AM
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I am naturally extremely conservative. Part of the dilemma is maybe seek promotions at work or stay at same level and build side project.
I think doing something like this is very much high risk/high reward. Part of the challenge (albeit a good one) is the salaries are fairly good - so this approaching that is not an overnight thing. From a personal circumstance side of things there is also that opportunity cost.
"Don't quit your W2 until you get some real traction on it." I think this is probably the best path.
I think doing something like this is very much high risk/high reward. Part of the challenge (albeit a good one) is the salaries are fairly good - so this approaching that is not an overnight thing. From a personal circumstance side of things there is also that opportunity cost.
"Don't quit your W2 until you get some real traction on it." I think this is probably the best path.