Work-Culture

We’re taught from an early age that hard work leads to rewards and success. This wisdom has merit, but what if I told you that laziness—yes, laziness—might be equally virtuous? When most of us think about laziness, we picture someone sprawled on the couch binge-watching Netflix, lost in video games, or perhaps hurkle-durkling in bed well past a reasonable hour. We’ve been conditioned to view laziness as productivity’s enemy—the antithesis of work, responsibilities, and self-improvement.

I had the recent pleasure of speaking with someone from a big tech company about their interview process. They wanted to put me through the funnel to run the gauntlet and see if I “had what it takes” to make it to the offer stage. I declined, but (against better judgement) I gave them 30 minutes to pitch their company to me anyway.

A recent discussion on Reddit about entrepreneurship prompted me to reflect on a fundamental question: What motivates entrepreneurial pursuits despite their significant inherent challenges? This question becomes particularly relevant for those with limited initial resources or established networks. Personal Motivations for Entrepreneurship # My perspective on entrepreneurship centers on two core aspirations: applying valuable skills to work I find meaningful, while creating sufficient economic stability to live comfortably without financial anxiety. This framework prioritizes purpose and sustainability over wealth maximization.