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General Discussion / Re: Soledger Goals
« on: November 03, 2016, 03:25:57 am »Your decision about "opportunity cost" was made when you decided to form a new business instead of working on "well paying careers with clear paths for advancement". Those are called "sunk costs" and you don't need to tell us about them.
If you are already calling into question the decisions you have made, you will find succeeding difficult.
Somehow agreed.
Hi blahblah7up,
When I mentioned opportunity cost, I was speaking about everyone in the community who invests time and energy on building our ecosystem who might otherwise invest in careers and other endeavors. I think it's nice to acknowledge it. I also think the discussion is relevant and important to consider when thinking about how to attract or retain talent.
My personal situation is that I still have a full time job as a application scientist for a biotech company and it's a very good, rewarding job. I'd love to have more time in the day and it's always a balance how to make the most impact. I think Vikram is super talented and I'm humbled he started a company with me but I'm also aware that he's young and it's risky and I want him to spend his time in a worthwhile way.