If you choose a problem to solve where the customers move slowly, you actually have an advantage over a 23-year-old working 16 hours a day. With infrequent customer feedback, it's hard for the young startup to capitalize on all that free time, and it can burn through its cash waiting for feedback and growth.
Re:Why to Not Not Start a Startup
by lupin_sansei on Tuesday March 27, 2007 @11:17PM
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Another alternative is to work 4 days a week, and use the extra day for your startup.
An alternative to starting a consulting business is to build your stuff on the side. Possibly draining? Yes, but if you're determined, I believe this is better than getting distracted by a consulting business. Time will tell if this is wise though.